Bavarian Walking Holidays

Hiking And Cycling In Bavaria

Because the Bavarians themselves are so keen on walking and cycling the tourist to the region is very well catered for whether they are looking for the rugged Bavarian Alps or the less taxing Franconia.

Hikers will find lots of well signposted and maintain walking trails through the wonderful Bavarian countryside. The longer routes meander through villages and hamlets so the hiker won’t be left wanting neither shelter nor refreshment.

The local tourist offices are usually able to provide route maps and will be able to tell you which are the easier and more difficult routes to follow.

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One part of the region you must visit is the Altmuhl Valley. Following the River Altmuhl is a walkers delight.

As you would expect cyclists will find most Bavarian cities have lots of cycle paths but there are also more rural routes that link scattered villages and towns. Most train services will allow bicycles if a special ticket is purchased but there are some restrictions on the commuter routes.

By the way, if you have gone on a hike but fancy a bike (sorry) there are lots of bicycle hire firms throughout the region.

Whether it is in the hills and mountains, or in the forests, it must be said that Bavaria is one of the best places in Europe for a walking holiday.

Eager hikers and ramblers or those seeking more leisurely strolls can take part in guided walks. Of course, there is nothing to stop those, with map in hand, walking by themselves or with a small group of friends or family. Walking is to be enjoyed, so it is a matter of do it how you wish.

It is possible to book self-guided or guided Bavarian holidays from home. These packages offer transfers from the airport at Munich, and accommodation – often in a luxury self-catering apartments. These packages may also offer a coach trip across the border into the Czech Republic or Austria.

Whether the holidaymaker decides to embark on walking holiday in Bavaria as part of an organised package, or plan it all themselves, the key thing is where he is going to walk. And there is no shortage of fascinating treks in this part of Germany.

One of the best walks is in the Berchtesgadener Land. There is no shortage of walking opportunities here as the area boasts 120 miles of footpaths nestling in the mountain landscape.

Another base for walking in the Bavarian Alps is Garmisch-Pertenkirchen. Here there are walks ranging from the relatively easy to the strenuous. And for the extra-energetic hiking can be interspersed with mountain climbing.

For those who like walking in forests then a holiday in eastern Bavaria is hard to beat. The wooded mountains form part of central Europe’s largest wooded area. The area is a delight for the lovers of nature and is the ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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