Just like the ancient kings: A ride in a horse-drawn sleigh
If you prefer to follow the footsteps of your ancestors, we highly recommend a horse-drawn sleigh ride in Ruhpolding. ‘The happiness of this earth lies on the back of horses,’ says the vernacular, and even kings used to travel this way. Slightly elevated, you get to enjoy a completely different view of the snow-covered winter landscape. Carriage passengers only need to enjoy the ride and watch the nature pass by. This way you will discover much more compared to hiking, cross-country skiing or even skiing. Let the coachman do the work and absorb the rest at your own pace. Or you chat with the coachman: About the Ruhpolding locals, Bavarian customs, insider tips or well-known legends. A coachman always has stories to tell
No matter how you travel, the path through the forest in Bavaria is always an enrichment for your body and soul. Once relaxed and centred within yourself, you will be ready for action again. For example, on the 150 kilometres of prepared cross-country trails around Ruhpolding. The Chiemgau Arena and the three Ruhpolding ski resorts at Unternberg, Westernberg and Maiergschwendt also contribute to that Bavarian winter feeling.
Traditionally different: Even more inspiration for your Bavarian winter holiday
All forests of Bavaria have stories to tell.
You can also experience exciting winter adventures in the other regions of Bavaria: Toboggan runs for all ages, pilgrimage sites for passionate cross-country skiers, animal encounters during wildlife feeding, winter survival camps and of course powdery snow slopes.
More stories and personal tips are told by people from Bavaria in ‘traditionally different’ stories.
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