Holiday in Bavarian Forest National Park

About Bavarian Forest National Park

Bavarian Forest National Park is the oldest national park in Germany, established in 1970. Together with the adjacent Czech National Park Šumava, it forms the largest contiguous forest protection area in Central Europe, covering over 900 square kilometers. Under the motto "Let Nature Be Nature," the forest is allowed to develop undisturbed — the result is a fascinating primeval forest in the heart of Europe. The landscape ranges from dark spruce valleys to mountain mixed forests and the summit regions of Rachel (1,453 m) and Lusen (1,373 m), where dead tree trunks create a ghostly beautiful silhouette against the sky. Raised bogs, mountain streams, and glacial tarns shape the wild topography. The animal enclosure in Neuschönau showcases the native wildlife over 200 hectares: brown bears, wolves, lynxes, moose, and wisents live in spacious enclosures. The treetop path stretches 1,300 meters through the treetops and ends in a 44-meter-high observation tower with panoramic views over the endless forest. Over 320 kilometers of hiking trails and 170 kilometers of cycling paths open up the national park. In winter, 80 kilometers of cross-country ski trails and snowshoe trails attract visitors. The Hans-Eisenmann-Haus and the House of Wilderness offer modern visitor centers with interactive exhibitions. Bavarian Forest National Park is a paradise for all who wish to experience untouched wilderness and the power of nature.