Holiday in Bad Tölz
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to October (hiking, swimming, 18-26 °C). November for the Leonhardiritt. December for the Christmas market.
Budget/day
80-140 €
Getting there from Germany
Car: about 50 min from Munich via A8/B13. Train: Bavarian Oberland Railway from Munich Hbf directly to Bad Tölz (about 1 h). Nearest airport Munich (MUC, 75 min).
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What makes Bad Tölz special as a destination?
Bad Tölz is a traditional spa town on the banks of the Isar in the Bavarian Oberland, about 50 kilometers south of Munich. The town combines alpine flair with Bavarian lifestyle and is the gateway to the Isarwinkel, one of the most scenic regions of Upper Bavaria. The historic Market Street is the heart of the town: magnificent bourgeois houses from the 17th and 18th centuries with colorful Lüftl paintings (facade painting) line the wide, gently ascending street. At the upper end stands the baroque Franciscan monastery church with a view of the Alpine chain. The Leonhardiritt on November 6 is Bad Tölz's most famous tradition: splendidly decorated horse-drawn carriages with riders in historical costumes parade through the town to the Leonhard Chapel on the Calvary Hill — one of the largest traditional pilgrimages in Bavaria, which has been taking place since the 17th century. The Blomberg summer toboggan run is one of the longest in Germany at 1,286 meters: From the Blomberg summit (1,248 m), the track winds through forest curves into the valley. In winter, Blomberg offers a family-friendly ski area. The iodine-sulfur springs made Bad Tölz a spa town starting in 1846. The Alpamare thermal baths were one of Bavaria's most famous adventure pools for decades. Today, the new iodine bath offers modern wellness and spa services with the healing water. From Bad Tölz, hiking trails lead into the Karwendel mountains, to Brauneck, and to the spectacular Isar Gorge near Lenggries.
What are the top highlights in Bad Tölz?
The top highlights in Bad Tölz include Historic Market Street, Leonhardiritt, Blomberg Summer Toboggan Run, Isar & Isarwinkel, Calvary Hill & Chapels.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Historic Market Street
Magnificent bourgeois houses with Lüftl paintings from the 17th/18th century: Bavaria's most beautiful old town mile with Alpine panorama.
Leonhardiritt
Bavaria's largest traditional pilgrimage on November 6: decorated horse-drawn carriages parade to the chapel on Calvary Hill.
Blomberg Summer Toboggan Run
1,286 meters long toboggan run from the summit to the valley: one of the longest in Germany, fun for the whole family.
Isar & Isarwinkel
Wild river Isar for rafting and swimming, surrounded by the Alpine foothills: a natural paradise south of Munich.
Calvary Hill & Chapels
Hill above the town with a Stations of the Cross, Leonhard Chapel, and panorama: viewpoint with spiritual history.
Hotels in Bad Tölz
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
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When is the best time to visit Bad Tölz?
The best time to visit Bad Tölz is May to October (hiking, swimming, 18-26 °C). November for the Leonhardiritt. December for the Christmas market.. 18-26 °C, sunny with alpine thunderstorms In winter: -3 to 5 °C, snow possible, foehn days warm and clear
Recommended travel time
May to October (hiking, swimming, 18-26 °C). November for the Leonhardiritt. December for the Christmas market.
Summer
18-26 °C, sunny with alpine thunderstorms
Winter
-3 to 5 °C, snow possible, foehn days warm and clear
How much does a holiday in Bad Tölz cost?
Budget travellers: 45-70 €/day, mid-range: 80-140 €/day, luxury: 160-300 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
45-70 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
80-140 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
160-300 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Bad Tölz?
Car: about 50 min from Munich via A8/B13. Train: Bavarian Oberland Railway from Munich Hbf directly to Bad Tölz (about 1 h). Nearest airport Munich (MUC, 75 min).
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Bavarian Oberland Railway — direct from Munich without transfers. Bavaria Ticket for groups cheaper than single tickets.
Blomberg hike — ascent on foot (about 1.5 h), descent with the summer toboggan run: perfect combination for families.
Isar rafting trip — from Wolfratshausen to Munich: 3-4 hours on the raft with snacks and brass music. Book early!
Leonhardiritt on November 6 — arrive early for good spots on Market Street. Free, but hotels book up early.
Brauneck by gondola — from Lenggries (15 min) to 1,556 m: panoramic hike with views of the entire Alpine chain.
What should you eat in Bad Tölz?
Typical specialities in Bad Tölz: Weisswurst — traditionally served before noon with sweet mustard and pretzel: Bavarian national dish, served in Bad Tölz in style at the beer garden., Schweinshaxe — crispy roasted pork knuckle with sauerkraut and dumplings: hearty Bavarian classic., Auszogne (Schmalznudel) — deep-fried yeast dough with powdered sugar: sweet Bavarian specialty at folk festivals., Obatzda — spicy cheese cream with Camembert, butter, and paprika: perfect with beer in the Isarwinkel., Bauernkrapfen — fried lard pastry filled with cranberry: a must at every church fair and during Advent..
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