Winter magic in
Bavarian Forest National Park
When the Bavarian Forest is blanketed in glistening white, the region reveals its most beautiful side. Snow-covered forests, crisp winter air, and breathtaking views invite you to ski, cross-country ski, snowshoe, or simply relax and enjoy the scenery.
Whether you prefer active sports or relaxing with a cup of hot chocolate – winter in the Bavarian Forest is pure relaxation and an unforgettable experience.
The Alps seen from Daxberger Weg during a Föhn wind
Ski mountain directly in Eppenschlag - partially floodlit at night
Treetop Walkway Neuschönau
The treetop walkway in Neuschönau is an accessible treetop path that runs along a 1.3-kilometer-long walkway up to 25 meters above the forest floor and ends in a 44-meter-high observation tower. Visitors gain unique insights into the tree habitat, experience natural features such as suspension bridges, and can enjoy the view over the Bavarian Forest National Park. The walkway is open year-round and offers information about nature, its inhabitants, and the water cycle.
Pure nature in the Bavarian Forest National Park
Our holiday apartment is located in the immediate vicinity of the Bavarian Forest National Park – Germany's first national park and a true paradise for nature lovers. Here you can discover the untouched wilderness, hike on well-marked trails, cycle, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet.
Dense forests, clear mountain streams, and breathtaking views make every day a special experience. Whether lynx, capercaillie, or deer – the local wildlife can be observed here in its natural habitat.
Experience the beauty of the Bavarian Forest – right on the doorstep of our holiday apartment!
https://www.nationalpark-bayerischer-wald.bayern.de/index.htm
Cross-country skiing
In Spiegelau in the Bavarian Forest is the Spiegelau-Klingenbrunn-Oberkreuzberg cross-country skiing center, which offers various trails for classic and skating techniques. Part of the area is also a floodlit trail for evening skiing. Furthermore, Spiegelau is a starting point for the Bavarian Forest Trail, which runs through the entire Bavarian Forest.
Cross-country skiing center Spiegelau-Klingenbrunn
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Cross-country ski trail offerings:
Here you will find both classic and skating cross-country ski trails of various lengths.
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Special features:
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Spiegelau circuit: A classic with a length of 5.6 km.
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Klingenbrunn practice cross-country ski trail: An illuminated trail that can also be used in the evenings if needed.
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Connecting cross-country ski trail Spiegelau - Riedlhütte: A section of the well-known Bavarian Forest cross-country ski trail.
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Entry:
The starting point is at the Spiegelau-Klingenbrunn-Oberkreuzberg cross-country skiing center.
In Schönberg in the Bavarian Forest, cross-country skiing enthusiasts will find an 8 km long circular trail that starts in Saunstein-Habernberg and offers a moderately difficult tour through the snow-covered landscape. There is also another trail in the nearby municipality of Eppenschlag.
The Schönberg-Habernberg cross-country ski trail
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Length: approx. 8 km.
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Difficulty level: Medium.
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Character: A circular cross-country ski trail that leads partly through forests and offers an experience in unspoiled nature.
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Starting point: The cross-country ski trail starts in Saunstein-Habernberg.
Other options nearby
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Eppenschlag :
In the neighboring municipality of Eppenschlag you will find a cross-country ski trail approximately 4 km long for enjoyable tours.
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Cross-country skiing areas in the Bavarian Forest:
From Schönberg, other larger cross-country skiing areas and centers in the Bavarian Forest are easily accessible.
https://www.bayerischer-wald.de/urlaub/winterurlaub/langlauf/langlaufgebiete-zentren
Snow depths, skiing and cross-country trail status:
https://www.ferienregion-nationalpark.de/winter/schneebericht
Snowshoeing
In Spiegelau in the Bavarian Forest, you can participate in a guided snowshoe taster tour offered by the National Park Guided Tour Service. The tour lasts approximately three hours and leads through the snow-covered winter forest, focusing on experiencing nature. Registration is available online or at a tourist information office, and AktivCard holders can borrow snowshoes free of charge or directly from us.
Details about the snowshoe taster tour
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Duration: Approx. 3 hours
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Duration: Approx. 3 hours
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Focus: Experiencing nature, not sporting ambition
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Goal: To guide people through the winter forest and convey the advantages of snowshoeing.
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Registration: Online via the tour service (0800 0776650) or at a tourist information office in the National Park holiday region
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Meeting point: Tourist Information Spiegelau, Konrad-Wilsdorf-Str. 1, 94518 Spiegelau
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Free rental: AktivCard guests can rent snowshoes free of charge upon registration.
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Important note: If there is no snow, the tour will also be conducted without snowshoes.
Another tour near Schönberg.