And with a bit of luck, rare plants and animal species such as a black grouse or wildcat can also be discovered here in the wild. To Alexander, the most beautiful places and hiking trails in the volcanic low mountain range lie around the basalt lake or the Kreuzberg monastery, where the highly-praised monastery beer has been brewed since 1731. The traditional craftsman also recommends all guests a visit to the resort of Markt Oberelsbach in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön. In the ‘Haus der Langen Rhön’ you can get information about the region’s impressive fauna and flora.
Have we wet your appetite yet? If you book in advance, you can give sled builder Alexander Hergenhan’s a hand and perhaps get a personal sled tip from the pro. The craftsman always enjoys a visit to his small workshop – particularly when sled owners pick up their new gem in person.
Traditionally different: Even more inspiration for your Bavarian winter holiday
No matter how you travel, the path through the forest in Bavaria is always good for your body and soul.
You can also experience exciting winter adventures in the other regions of Bavaria: Toboggan runs for all age groups, winter hikes through the Bavarian Forest, 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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