Resorts in the region Bavarian Forest
Bischofsmais (Bavarian Forest)The renowned and state approved health resort Bischofsmais with its approx. 3,200 inhabitants is found in the lower Bavarian region of Regen in the middle of the natural park of the Bavarian Forest. The town was formerly dominated by agriculture. With its unique forest landscapes and hills, the area is known today for its large selection of ski and toboggan runs, an extensive cross-country network and diverse hiking trails. The many beautiful mountains invite you to spend lots of time in the outdoors....
Bodenmais (Bavarian Forest)The climatic spa resort Bodenmais is situated in midst of the Bavarian Forest at approx. 689 m altitude, directly at the foot of the "Großer Arber", with 1,456 m the highest mountain in Bavaria outside the Alpine region. The history of mining dominates the resort. As early as the 15th century the area was well-known for silver mining. Later on the first glass factories appeared. During the past decades, Bodenmais has developed to become Germany's largest glass refining centre and offers besides...
Lohberg at Großer Arber (Bavarian Forest)The spa and winter sports resort Lohberg is located in the nature park Oberer Bayerischer Wald, at the foot of the Osser and Arber mountains. With approx. 2,000 inhabitants the resort is the most eastern village in the Upper Pfalz. Due its diverse offer of trails, the area is known to be a true cross-country skiing paradise. But not only active winter sports possibilities are to be found here, you will also find more relaxing options available. Besides other things, there are winter hikes, snowshoe...
St. Englmar (Bavarian Forest)The state-recognised spa resort St. Englmar is situated at an altitude of 800 m and is known as the centre of winter sports in the Bavarian Forest. The lovely village is located on a southern slope of a mountain range in the Bavarian Forest and offers ideal conditions for skiing, winter hiking, tobogganing or horse-drawn sleigh rides. Here you will find both an entertaining and eventful holiday, as well as all sorts of relaxation and fun in a beautiful natural setting. The Arber, the Bavarian Forest's...
Viechtach (Bavarian Forest)At 450 m, the spa resort Viechtach offers all holiday makers tons of sunny hours on the pistes, thanks to its fog-free location. This resort in the Bavarian Forest was first mentioned in the 11th century. Numerous surrounding castle complexes bear witness to past epochs and are all accessible. An example is the castle ruins Altnussburg, which is the largest and oldest castle complex in the Eastern Bavarian area. Nature and culture friends, as well as spa and active holiday makers will get their money's...
