Ski holidays Waldkirchen – Historic climatic health resort at Goldener Steig!

Waldkirchen

The historic municipality of Waldkirchen lies at an altitude of 573 metres in the far east of Bavaria. It was once an important trading centre on the Golden Steig, the trade route to Bohemia. The town was surrounded by a ring wall with ten towers and two gates, parts of which are still worth seeing today or have been rebuilt. In addition, the hometown of ski jumper Severin Freund has a historic market square with fountains and legendary figures on the facades of the houses, which enhance the cultural and historical value of the town centre. With 10,000 inhabitants, Waldkirchen is a real small town that offers everything a holidaymaker's heart desires: leisure sports in the swimming pool, on horseback or in the climbing hall, but also leisurely activities in cafés, restaurants or in the magnificent city park, as well as an extraordinary shopping experience in the traditional Garhammer department store.

To the west lies the three-river city of Passau, to the east the Bavarian Forest National Park and all around a hilly forest landscape – the surroundings couldn't be more beautiful. Not far from the town centre is the Oberfrauenwald ski area with several ski lifts and a toboggan run. In Waldkirchen, history, unspoilt nature, outdoor experiences and winter sports combine to create a varied holiday programme with a high relaxation factor.

Bavarian Forest

The Bavarian Forest is central Europe's largest forest with 6,000 km² of wooded area. In 1970 the national park Bavarian Forest was created which, together with the Bohemian Forest, forms the largest coherent forestal nature reserve in central Europe with a total span of 900 km². Besides of the Alpine region, this region is also known for its affinity to winter sports. Families in particular will find exactly what they are looking for here. Those who prefer not to explore the Bavarian Forest on skis can also go on a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride. The lovely castles and monasteries of the Bavarian Forest are definitively worth while a visit. Numerous restaurant and quaint huts, which offer both regional and international culinary highlights, should also be high on your list of to-do's. Bischofsmais – skiing fun and relaxation against a marvelous winter backdrop!

Travel Waldkirchen

• By train: Passau (approx. 30 km), Deggendorf (approx. 65 km)
• By plane: Linz (approx. 95 km), Salzburg (approx. 150 km), Munich (approx. 170 km)