Accessible BAVARIA Holidays for All in Bavaria

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Slowly the guests glide across the water on board inland skipper Renate Schweiger’s ship – past magnificent rocks eter von Felbert von eter P and lush forests. Along the Danube Gorge from Weltenburg to Kelheim, there is an impressive view with centuries-old rock formations and historic cultural landscape.

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Whether on water or land, a holiday without obstacles This brochure features a selection of regions, is of the utmost importance throughout Bavaria and is places and destinations in Bavaria that make the number one priority for hosts in the Free State. If such a carefree stay possible. From Franconia to you face seemingly insurmountable barriers in many Upper Bavaria, from Allgäu/Bavarian Swabia to places due to physical or mental disability, you will Eastern Bavaria – on the following pages you find an extensive network of providers in the holiday will find tips for barrier-free holidays, leisure region of Bavaria who consider themselves ideal and accommodation, which have been tested travel destinations for people with and without and certified in accordance with the nationwide disabilities. Travellers with bicycles, families with “Tourism for All” labelling system. pushchairs or elderly guests benefit from this. Detailed information on the user-friendliness of the individual offers in Bavaria is available at: www.bavaria.by/experiences/accessible-tourism

2 Certification: Tourism for All Where can I find this information?

With “Tourism for All”, a nationwide uniform certification The verified and detailed offer information can be scheme was created, which provides the necessary viewed at www.reisen-fuer-alle.de and detailed information for different needs groups. Based on www.bavaria.by/experiences/accessible-tourism this information and the filter options, tourist offers can be specifically selected and checked prior to departure, so that each guest can assess what offers are suitable for them. The detailed result reports are also available to the Independent and especially trained survey staff collect individual companies. comprehensive data and accessibility information on site, which is checked against the “Tourism for All” quality criteria. The quality criteria have been developed over many years as part of a coordination and cooperation between Deutsches Seminar für Tourismus Berlin e. V. (DSFT) and stakeholders and tourist organisations. In addition, at least one member of staff in each case is familiar with the special require- ments of different groups of guests.

As part of the “Tourism for All” certification scheme, more than 2,000 companies and offers have now been certified nationwide. These include accommodation, leisure and cultural facilities or even entire locations. © bayern.by

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2 3 Spessart-Mainland Franconia Holiday in the fairy-tale forest © leue-photo.com / Holger Leue Leue / Holger © leue-photo.com

The Main Valley and the Nature Park Spessart form a fascinating interplay of landscapes. Endless leafy canopies of century-old giant trees meet fairytale-like meadow valleys and gentle cultivated landscapes. Sun-drenched terraced vineyards along the mighty River Main and its numerous tributar- ies are pierced by steep red sandstone cliffs. You can feel the breath of yesteryear in the picturesque half-timbered towns such as Lohr am Main and Miltenberg, and in the many medieval fortresses and imposing castles that tell the story of a truly magical region.

Tourismusverband Spessart-Mainland e. V. Tel.: +49(0)6022 261020 | Fax: +49(0)6022 262230 | www.spessart-mainland.de

4 Spessart-Mainland Franconia Spessart-Mainland Franconia Holiday in the fairy-tale forest Our tips

Among the rustling of Journey back to the Bathing fun & leaves Middle Ages relaxation

The largest contiguous area of The Wonnemar Marktheidenfeld mixed deciduous forest in Germany offers 9,500 sqm of leisure fun at is perfect for delightful hiking tours the highest level. In the thermal and can be experienced in a special baths, spend a day gliding down way for young and old: the the tube slide, or in the Wonniland adventure trails in the Spessart and for the little ones, relaxing in the their stations are barrier-free. tranquillity of the sauna area, in the Explore different aspects of nature SPA or thermal area as if you were and culture, playfully and using all flying. the senses: “height and gravity” in Rothenbuch, “nature and water” in Wonnemar Marktheidenfeld

Mespelbrunn and “balance and Leue / Holger © leue-photo.com www.wonnemar.de/marktheidenfeld lightness” in Mönchberg. The latter lures visitors with action fields A visit to Miltenberg and its unique The Schöllkrippen natural featuring basket swings, balancing half-timbered houses and world-fa- adventure pool lies in a beautiful discs, wheelchair seesaws and mous “Schnatterloch” with market scenic location. In the summer balancing ropes. fountain and the oldest “Fürstenher- months, it is a popular destina- berge” in Germany will remain tion in the upper Kahlgrund, Barrier-free Spessart engraved in your memory. One of especially for families. Visitors Experience Trail the most beautiful museums in can expect a natural diving rock, a www.erlebniswege-spessart.de Bavaria is the Museum Stadt water grotto, a wide-wave slide Miltenberg, where you can take a and a six-metre deep plunging journey through time – with audio pool. guides – and learn the exciting history of eras past. In the hill castle Schöllkrippen natural adventure of Mildenburg, built high above the pool old town around the year 1200, www.naturerlebnisbad.eu icons and contemporary works of art are presented in a dynamic manner. The exhibition is partially barrier-free and guided tours for the visually impaired are offered.

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4 5 Bavarian Rhön Mountains Franconia Land of open distances lf Müller lf Arnu

Located in the border triangle of Hesse-Bavaria-Thuringia, the UNESCO biosphere reserve of the Rhön Mountains offers sweeping views over rolling mountain peaks with meadows and forests as well as steep slopes on towering pillars of basalt. The Red and Black Moor and the plateau of the High Rhön are unique biotopes in which plants and animals thrive that have long since disappeared from other low mountains. If you want to relax and pamper yourself, you can do so in one of the five spas of Bad Brückenau, Bad Bocklet, Bad Kissingen, Bad Königshofen or Bad Neustadt.

Rhön GmbH – Gesellschaft für Tourismus und Markenmanagement Tel.: +49(0)800 9719771 | Fax: +49(0)9749 9300800 | www.rhoen.de/en

6 Bavarian Rhön Mountains Franconia Bavarian Rhön Mountains Franconia Land of open distances Our tips

Moor experience in the On the trail of Fine drinking and biosphere reserve the bee modern architecture

With a permanent exhibition, the In Wartmannsroth, in Germany’s Haus der Langen Rhön biosphere first “Destillathek” (a distillery centre provides information on the tasting area and shop), fruit UNESCO biosphere reserve of the brandies, gin, whiskey and others Rhön Mountains. A large mosaic of play the lead role. Initiator 75,000 individual images shows Franziska Bischof learned the that there are many individual distilling trade from her father and aspects that make up a complete is carrying the business on into picture. The interactive exhibition the fourth generation. Since 2015, with numerous “hands-on stations” she has been marketing her explains the development of the products under the new line landscape and presents various Franziska – Die Brennerin (The sustainable development projects. Distiller). In a new building made

© Kloster Maria Bildhausen Maria © Kloster of solid concrete, embedded in the “Haus der Langen Rhön” green of the landscape, the biosphere info centre The Maria Bildhausen Abbey is a tasting area and shop is located www.biosphaerenreservat-rhoen.de very special place, nestled in the above a small hill. The façade rolling hills of the lower Rhön made of coloured architectural On wooden planks, the “Black Mountains. In the abbey tavern, you concrete reflects the colourful Moor” nature trail leads through the can sample lovingly prepared sandstone floors of the region. sensitive biotope. Along the foot- delicacies from the abbey garden. Inside, the high-percentage bridge, you will find 23 information The abbey tavern and the hotel pleasures get your heart racing. boards with valuable information serve as a working group for the about the Black Moor. The disabled people’s workshop. The Franziska – Die Brennerin boardwalk is around 2.5 kilometres abbey is both a place to visit and to www.diebrennerin.de long and is suitable for wheelchairs stay. The historic fruit and bee and pushchairs. garden is an oasis for nature lovers. On clear and richly illustrated information boards you can experience the topic of bees using all their senses. When taking a walk, you can enjoy nature or just relax.

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6 7 Haßberge Franconia Sun-kissed in the land of knights and romance © Haßberge Tourismus e. V. e. Tourismus © Haßberge

Gentle hills, sunny vineyards, castles, palaces and half-timbered towns can all be found in the charming Nature Park Haßberge. Whether at a wine, vintner, or brewing festival – here real Franco- nian culinary traditions are lovingly looked after. Restaurants known as “Heckenwirtschaften” on the barrier-free Abt-Degen-Steig attract customers with the best Silvaner and Franconian home cooking. Relaxation can be found in the Ellertshäuser and Sulzfelder bathing lake or the Franken- Therme, Germany’s first natural healing water lake. The sauna area of the spa is accessible to all, the individual saunas are wheelchair accessible. If you want to travel back in time, you can immerse yourself in medieval life in the castle information centre and the Altenstein castle ruins.

Haßberge Tourismus e. V. Tel.: +49(0)9523 5033710 | Fax: +49(0)9523 5033727 | www.hassberge-tourismus.de

8 Franconian Lake District Franconia Water adventures in the Franconian Lake District © Archiv Tourismusverband Fränkisches Seenland und seiner Partner/multimap360° und Seenland Fränkisches Tourismusverband © Archiv

The Franconian Lake District is as rich in contrasts as it is unifying: the totally accessible lakes offer leisure fun for everyone. Barrier-free riverside paths, excursion boats and the impressive nature around the Altmühlsee and Brombachsee will lure you outdoors. An insight into the world of hops and beer brewing can be obtained at the ground-level “Hop- fenBierGut” museum. There, a brewing course will teach you about the origins of beer. Other museums, sights and theatres in the Franconian Lake District take care of the cultural side. Whether campsites, hotels or apartments, the accommodation offers are as varied as the region itself.

Tourismusverband Fränkisches Seenland Tel.: +49(0)9831 500120 | Fax: +49(0)9831 500140 | www.seenland-barrierefrei.de

8 9 Nuremberg Franconia Time travel through history © Uwe Niklas © Uwe

Located at the foot of the Kaiserburg, Nuremberg’s medieval old town offers numerous cafés and beer gardens along the Pegnitz, as well as numerous shopping options. Here you can enjoy both the famous Elisenlebkuchen, as well as the small Rostbratwürste as “Drei im Weggla” (three in a bun) or the typical red beer. Throughout the year, Nuremberg offers a varied cultural programme – while in spring, the façades are bathed in colour during the Blue Night, in summer, the Bardentreffen or the Klassik Open Air create a great atmosphere and in the second half of the year, the Altstadtfest and the famous Nuremberg Christmas market attract large crowds. As the city of the Nuremberg Rallies, the city of racial laws and city in which the trials of those responsible for the Nazi regime took place, the city of Nuremberg has for many decades faced the task of overcoming its past and at the same time shaping its present and future as a “city of peace and human rights”.

Nuremberg Congress and Tourism Centre Tel.: +49(0)911 23360 | Fax: +49(0)911 2336166 | tourismus.nuernberg.de/en

10 Nuremberg Franconia Our tips

Dive into the city’s Obligation Experience the whole history to the past world of railways

In the only preserved merchant’s The Documentation Centre is The DB Museum is the world’s house of the late renaissance, the dedicated to the time of the oldest railway museum. Under the city museum in the Fembo-Haus Nuremberg Rallies and the Nazi umbrella of the Deutsche Bahn has over 950 years of city history architecture with the example of the Foundation, it keeps alive all eras of on show. A tour guide for the blind Nazi Party rally grounds. Over 1,300 German railway history. Various and their helpers as well as a sqm, the permanent exhibition storylines provide information on media guide with audio induction “Fascination and Violence” deals social, cultural and economic loop in the section “Crown – Power with the causes, connections and developments and give an outlook – History” are available. consequences of the Nazi on the future. In addition, 40 dictatorship. original vehicles await guests in two Stadtmuseum in the Fembo- halls and in the large outdoor area. Haus Nazi Party Rally Grounds A special attraction is the model museums.nuernberg.de/city-muse- Documentation Centre railway, where more than 30 trains um-fembo-house museums.nuernberg.de/documenta- travel through landscapes and tion-center settlements during the demonstra- tion.

DB Museum Nuremberg www.dbmuseum.de/museum_en Christine Christine Dierenbach

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world of the Nuremberg merchant © Stadt Nürnberg families of the 16th century. The high-class collection owned by the patrician Tucher family displays The Nuremberg Trials Memorium handicrafts, furniture and tapestries informs visitors to the original as well as paintings from the 15th to venue about the Nuremberg Trials the 19th century. and their effects to this day. Hall The Hirsvogel Hall is equipped with 600 as well as historical audio and an audio induction loop and is film documents give a vivid accessible to people with reduced impression of the trials. A video mobility. guide for the deaf and hard of hearing is available. Tucherschloss Museum and Hirsvogel Hall Nuremberg Trials Memorium museums.nuernberg.de/muse- museums.nuernberg.de/memori-

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10 11 Bayerisches Staatsbad Bad Steben Franconia Health and well-being ayerisches Staatsbad Bad Steben GmbH GmbH Steben Bad Staatsbad ayerisches B

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Romantic, natural, healthy – Bayerisches Staatsbad Bad Steben lies on the border with Thuringia in the middle of the low mountain landscape of the Nature Park Frankenwald. Bavaria’s northernmost public bath is best known for its health-promoting natural remedies such as radon, carbon dioxide or moor bath, as well as the soothing climate. For over 180 years, a mineral and mud spa and more than 1,000 years of mining – the resort can look back on a history rich in tradition. Coupled with the historic buildings in the town centre, numerous leisure activities and cultural attractions, a stay in Bad Steben is a refreshing and charming journey of discovery for body, mind and soul.

Tourist-Information Bayerisches Staatsbad Bad Steben Tel.: +49(0)9288 7470 | Fax: +49(0)9288 7480 | www.bad-steben.de/en

12 Bayerisches Staatsbad Bad Steben Franconia Bayerisches Staatsbad Bad Steben Franconia Health and well-being Our tips

Water worlds and In the midst Feeling of happiness health resources of the green and atmosphere of well-being In the modern thermal baths of Bad Steben, guests will find unusual If you want to spend a glamorous bathing experiences over 10,000 evening and try your luck at sqm. Unique sound and light roulette, blackjack or a slot effects allow guests to experience machine, head to the Bad Steben different pools, grottoes as well as Casino. In addition, the art and the relaxation gallery using all their culture foyer in the casino inspires senses. Adjacent areas such as the visitors with captivating music wellness dome with brine floating events and thrilling performances pool and Kneipp facility, the sauna The centrepiece of Bad Steben is by well-known cabaret artists. area with a natural bathing pond the 40-hectare listed Kurpark with and large sauna garden and the its historic columned Wandelhalle. Bad Steben Casino health centre of the Bad Steben Right next to this, visitors will find www.spielbanken-bayern.de/en spa complete the offer. Access to the well-known Klenzebau, which the pool of the large bathing hall was built by the architect Leo von and the radon baths at the health Klenze as a bath house. The centre is possible with the help of a Walhalla at Regensburg and wheelchair and bath lift. Since Liberation Hall in Kelheim were 2018, an outdoor pool has been also designed by him. The © Spielbank Steben Bad © Spielbank connected to the spa, which guests extensive green area is character- can enjoy in summer. Several ised by the meadow and temple You can spend the night in Bad swimming pools, slides and a springs as well as facilities such Steben care-free in various spacious sunbathing lawn and sun as the elegant spa building or the accommodation. Away from the decks ensure fun for children and stylish music pavilions. These are streets, yet still in the town adults alike. The outdoor pool also stages for concerts, theatres, centre, is the Villa Sonnenhof. has wheelchair access and sanitary cabarets or readings. The south of The holiday apartment has barri- facilities. the park is mostly characterised er-free apartments and is located by its romantic rose garden and only a short distance from the spa Bad Steben spa the baroque stone figures in the facilities and the thermal baths. www.therme-bad-steben.de colourful and well-kept ornamen- The family-run Gästehaus Bettina tal flowerbeds. also offers a pleasant atmosphere for relaxing days in the Franken- Bad Steben Spa Park wald (Franconian Forest). www.bad-steben.de/en Villa Sonnenhof Bad Steben Spa Building www.sonnenhof.de www.bad-steben.de/en Gästehaus Bettina www.haus-bettina.com

12 13 Ochsenkopf Adventure Region Franconia Nature experience for all in the Fichtelgebirge © Tourismus & Marketing GmbH Ochsenkopf GmbH & Marketing Tourismus ©

The Fichtelgebirge (Fichtel mountains) offers guests an unforgettable active holiday and pure relaxation in every season. Healthy climate, unspoilt nature, diverse recreational opportunities and wonderful hosts invite you to leave everyday life behind. The Ochsenkopf Adventure Region with its municipalities of Bischofsgrün, Fichtelberg, Mehlmeisel and Warmensteinach proves that mountains and accessibility are by no means mutually exclusive: the tactile town map, themed trails and menus in Braille let you experience Bischofsgrün with all your senses at the Siebenstern hotel and inn. A ride on the Ochsenkopf/Fichtel Mountains cable cars, an excursion to the Mehlmeisel wildlife park or a visit to the Fichtelberg Car Museum guarantee adventure for the whole family.

Tourismus & Marketing GmbH Ochsenkopf Tel.: +49(0)9272 97032 | Fax: +49(0)9272 97055 | www.erlebnis-ochsenkopf.de

14 Bavarian Forest National Park Holiday Region Eastern Bavaria Unique forest landscape and varied history / Thomas Effinger / Thomas bayern.by bayern.by ©

In the heart of Europe, wild nature has found a home again: the Bavarian Forest National Park demonstrates the transience, creativity and autonomy of nature. Here, in the first German national park and in its holiday region you can perceive nature using all your senses: comfortable board- walks, plants for smelling and tasting, and easily visible animal enclosures from every vantage point make the wild forest in the Lusen National Park Centre something for everyone to experience. The freely accessible Stone Age Cave in the Falkenstein National Park Centre and the Finsterau Open-Air Museum are examples of how the impact of climate and humans on the development of the landscape can be vividly conveyed.

Bavarian Forest National Park Holiday Region Tel.: +49(0)800 0008465 | Fax: +49(0)8553 9793944 | www.ferienregion-nationalpark.de

14 15 Bavarian Forest National Park Holiday Destination Eastern Bavaria Unlimited nature holiday in the border triangle © Touristinformation Grafenau © Touristinformation

The national park holiday region of the Bavarian Forest is situated in a beautiful location in the border triangle between the Czech Republic and Austria, with limitless excursion possibilities. Nature lovers can experience the beautiful landscape on the trail along the Ilz – the last large white water in Eastern Bavaria – as well as on the nature trail in the forest play area or in the idyllic Spiegelauer spa park. The Celtic village of Gabreta and the Heimatmuseum Röhrnbach Kaltenbach provide a glimpse of life of yesteryear. Literature enthusiasts should not miss the “Stifter und der Wald” museum at the Rosenberger Gut. And shopping at the fashion house Garhammer is a wonderful experience. After hiking, visiting a museum or shopping, you can relax at the Karoli spa park.

Bavarian Forest National Park Holiday Destination Tel.: +49(0)8551 57114 | Fax: +49(0)8551 57249 | www.nationalpark-ferienland.de

16 ARBERLAND Bavarian Forest Eastern Bavaria Tradition, culinary delight and happiness on the summit eas Friesl eas Andr

The unspoilt nature is characterised by extraordinary phenomena: impressive waterfalls, bogs, lakes embedded in the mountain basin and the primeval forest of the Bavarian Forest National Park. That’s what makes a holiday in the ARBERLAND so unique. On the Great Arber, visitors can expect an incomparable view of the Bavarian and Bohemian Forests. With the mountain railway and the panoramic lift, the mountain is also easily accessible by wheelchair, pushchair or walking frame. The region is also characterised by Bavarian craftsmanship and traditions. During guided tours of the Poschinger glass factory, visitors can try their hand at glassblowing. “Culinary Showcase – regional delicacies” is an excellent place to get to know culinary specialities and tasty treats.

ARBERLAND REGio GmbH | Tourism Service Center Tel.: +49(0)9921 96050 | Fax: +49(0)9921 9605101 | www.arberland.de

16 17 Bad Füssing Eastern Bavaria Source of well-being eonie Lorenz L

In the heart of Passau region lies the idyllic spa town of Bad Füssing. It is renowned for the healing properties of its thermal waters. The municipality also shines with its magical landscape and extensive and barrier-free experiences. Flat terrain through nature reserves, numerous hiking and cycling trails along charming river meadows and lush green forests. A paradise for active holiday- makers and recreation seekers.

Bad Füssing Spa & Guest Service Tel.: +49(0)8531 975580 | Fax: +49(0)8531 21367 | www.badfuessing.com

18 Bad Füssing Eastern Bavaria Our tips

Pleasurable hiking, Games, art Parkland in cycling and listening and sound Bad Füssing

Without great effort, explore the A unique sea of flowers, shaded beautiful area around Bad Füssing areas, the splash of well water and on foot or by bike. The many flat clear ponds invite you to linger in and almost hill-free hiking and the spa park. Simply let your mind cycling trails are ideal for this. For wander. Plenty of seating and large example, the barrier-free and sign- lawns provide a wonderful opportu- posted “Snail” circular tour. nity to do so. In addition to the Further tour suggestions as well as medicinal herb garden, plant hiking and cycling maps are enthusiasts can admire the lovingly available from the Bad Füssing cultivated flowerbeds. On the other Spa & Guest Service. There are side of the spa park is the Bad also barrier-free options for Füssing amusement park. You won’t various events and concerts at the find any action here, however. Grand or Small Spa House. Hear- Instead, picturesque and barri- ing-impaired music lovers and er-free paths lead past art sculp- those interested in culture can tures, rose gardens and quiet also participate in the demonstra- places for relaxation. tions in both spa houses through audio induction loops. Bad Füssing Spa & Guest

© Kur- & GästeService Bad Füssing Bad & GästeService © Kur- Service Bad Füssing Spa & Guest www.badfuessing.com Service www.badfuessing.com If you have ever wanted to try your luck at roulette, the wheel of fortune or a game of poker, a visit to the nearby casino in Bad Füssing is a must. After playing the exciting games, a varied entertainment program awaits guests on certain days on the “Kulturbühne”. From live Bavarian music, entertaining cabaret and colourful theatre to fantastic art Attenberger itz Mor

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18 19 District of Kelheim Eastern Bavaria “Bavaria’s Heart” – Altmühl / Danube / Hallertau / Peter von Felbert von / Peter bayern.by bayern.by ©

Between the Nature Park Altmühltal with its “Weltenburger Enge” nature reserve to the north, the hilly Hopfenland Hallertau to the south and the rugged landscape of the Bavarian Jura to the east, the holiday region of “Bayerns Herzstück” (“Bavaria’s Heart”) in the district of Kelheim awaits guests with its special diversity.

The wild Danube breaks through 70-metre high cliffs, Celts and Romans have left their mark, and beer has its origins here. The mineral springs of the health resorts of Bad Abbach and Bad Gögging provide relaxation for royalty.

Tourismusverband im Landkreis Kelheim e. V. Tel.: +49(0)9441 2077330 | Fax: +49(0)9441 2077350 | www.tourismus-landkreis-kelheim.de/english

20 District of Kelheim Eastern Bavaria District of Kelheim Eastern Bavaria “Bavaria’s Heart” – Our tips Altmühl / Danube / Hallertau

Natural and cultural Picturesque Altmühltal Delightful treasures on the Danube between rocks and the Hallertau river The Weltenburger Enge with the Abensberg, famous for its imposing Danube Gorge is one of asparagus and hops, forms the the oldest nature reserves in “northern gate” to the Hallertau, Bavaria. You can experience the the largest contiguous hop growing Danube Gorge with its rugged rocks area in the world. Barrier-free city at its most beautiful on a boat trip tours give an insight into the from the Wittelsbach town of medieval town (www.abensberg. Kelheim to Weltenburg Abbey. The de). The city museum can be found church of the abbey was built by the in the Herzogkasten. Abensberg’s Asam brothers and is considered a quality asparagus is well known far masterpiece of Baroque architec- On a boat trip through the pictur- beyond the boundaries of the ture. The town of Kelheim enthrals esque Altmühltal valley from district. In spring, you can experi- visitors with its lively history of Kelheim to Riedenburg via Essing, ence the asparagus harvest up Celts, dukes and kings. The Befrei- the bizarre rock formations and close. All year round, hop ambassa- ungshalle (Hall of Liberation) on the wildly romantic natural dors will show you how hops grow Michelsberg, visible from a spectacle fascinate visitors. The and how they are harvested on their distance, is the symbol of the city. romantic town of Essing with its hop experience farms in Mainburg, lively Tatzlwurm, one of Europe’s such as the Stiglmaier or Zellner Kelheim Boat Trips longest wooden bridges, hugs the hop farms. www.schiffahrt-kelheim.de rock. Here you can experience art and nature along the broad and Stiglmaier hop farm Befreiungshalle Kelheim gravelled art trail along rock and www.hopfenfuehrung.de www.schloesser.bayern.de river. The Crystal Museum in the three-castle town of Riedenburg Zellner hop farm has the largest collection of rock www.hopfenhof-zellner.de crystals in the world on display. Enjoy the small-town flair along the waterfront and against the backdrop of the Rosenburg. The . Mirwald A circuit leads around the Rieden- /

burg town pond. Another wheel- ainer Schneck ainer R

/ chair-accessible path leads to a special vantage point in Rieden- burg and the Altmühltal.

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20 21 Oberstdorf Allgäu Mountain experience in Germany’s southernmost town en Karaman Photographie en Karaman Er

Germany’s southernmost town, Oberstdorf, is idyllically located in a valley basin at 815 metres. The prestigious winter sports resort is home to one of the five ski jumping hills in the world and is the venue for world-renowned skiing events. In summer, a versatile and barrier-free cycling and hiking trail network extends to three altitudes. The Nebelhorn and Fellhorn mountain railways deliver effortless transport and breathtaking panoramic views. Deep breaths are healthy here, as Oberst- dorf bears the titles “Climatic Health Spa – Premium Class” and “Kneipp Spa”.

Oberstdorf Tourism Tel.: +49(0)8322 7000 | Fax: +49(0)8322 7002099 | www.oberstdorf.de/en

22 Oberstdorf Allgäu Chiemsee-Alpenland Upper Bavaria Mountain experience in Germany’s Around the southernmost town Bavarian Sea Gert Krautbauer

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The image of the Chiemsee-Alpenland is mainly characterised by the Alpine foothills and lakes. Lake Chiemsee – known as the Bavarian Sea – can be explored on the Chiemsee ring line, on foot or by bike. Of particular charm are the famous Herrenchiemsee New Palace and the Frauen- insel. This picturesque gem can be reached all year round with the Chiemsee Lake Tour or electric boats. Many barrier-free hiking trails and mountain railways invite you to explore the surrounding mountains. Such as the Wendelstein rack railway. Relax without obstacles in the “INNSOLA” Kiefersfelden water park.

Chiemsee-Alpenland Tourismus GmbH & Co. KG Tel.: +49(0)8051 965550 | Fax: +49(0)8051 9655530 | www.chiemsee-alpenland.de

22 23 Berchtesgaden Region Upper Bavaria The mountain is calling / Gert Krautbauer bayern.by bayern.by ©

Impressive and massive. At over 2,700 metres, the Watzmann is not only the highest mountain in the Berchtesgaden Region, but also the emblem of the holiday region. This consists of the communities of Berchtesgaden, Schönau am Königssee, Ramsau, Bischofswiesen and Marktschellenberg. A majority of the villages and the local flora and fauna are protected by the Berchtesgaden National Park. It is also a promising destination for people with disabilities and families.

Berchtesgadener Land Tourismus GmbH Tel.: +49(0)8652 6565050 | Fax: +49(0)8652 6565099 | www.berchtesgaden.de/en

24 Berchtesgaden Region Upper Bavaria Berchtesgaden Region Upper Bavaria The mountain is calling Our tips

Altitude and Be active and Experience nature and farsightedness amazed culture using all your senses Breathe in the fresh mountain air and marvel at the breathtaking At the barrier-free Haus der Berge alpine panorama with fascinating (mountain house), visitors can see, mountain valleys. In complete hear, feel or taste nature and learn comfort with the new Jenner something about it. For example, Railway in Schönau am Königssee. with the permanent exhibition Once at the top, there is a magnifi- “Vertical Wilderness”. If you want to cent view of the emerald green go on an artistic journey of lake. The mountain railway gives discovery, you can visit the Royal families with pushchairs, wheel- Spa House or the theatre in the Bad chair users or guests with walking Reichenhall spa centre. Speciality frames an unrestricted mountain mountain drinks can be found at the experience. If you want to catch a traditional Enzianbrennerei Grassl glimpse of the alpine town of Bad distillery in Berchtesgaden. Here Reichenhall and use folding spicy brandies and fruity liqueurs mobility aids, you can take the ensure a delight for the tastebuds. listed Predigtstuhl cable car up Guests will find relaxing times at the

the mountain. The highlight here Berchtesgaden © Nationalpark Watzmann Spa in Berchtesgaden or is the traditional Predigtstuhl at the RupertusTherme Spa & Family mountain restaurant with a large Even on barrier-free hiking trails, Resort in Bad Reichenhall. and inviting sun terrace. The views nature in all its facets can be enhance the enjoyment of experienced up close. For Haus der Berge Bavarian delicacies. example, on the circular route www.haus-der-berge.bayern.de/ around the Höglwörther See in englisch Jenner Cable Car Anger or the idyllic forest path on www.jennerbahn.de Maisweg in Bayerisch Gmain. An Enzianbrennerei Grassl unforgettable experience for every www.grassl.com Predigtstuhl Cable Car age group. The wide and versatile www.predigtstuhlbahn.de/en Lake Königssee footpath is also perfect for this. Around the Lake Hintersee National Park Observa- tory is also the popular Klausbach Valley. Here, there are golden arika Hildebrandt arika M eagles and mountain huts, which /

is why it is also referred to as the valley of eagles and alpine pastures.

Berchtesgaden Region

24 25 Ammergau Alps Nature Park Upper Bavaria Nature & culture in harmony ard Starosczik ard Eberh

The beautiful Ammergau Alps Nature Park is part of the largest contiguous nature reserve in Bavaria – the Ammergau Alps. The green area extends over 200 km² and includes the municipalities of Bad Bayersoien, Bad Kohlgrub, Ettal, Oberammergau, Saulgrub, Unterammergau and the non-municipal district of Ettaler Forst. A special feature of the tourist region is the glacial moor landscape in the Ammertal. The moist soils, hay meadows, pine groves and peat ditches provide an ideal habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals. The area impresses not only with its biodiversity, but also with its historic buildings, centuries-old traditional events and wonderful cultural programmes accessible to all guests.

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26 Ammergau Alps Nature Park Upper Bavaria Ammergau Alps Upper Bavaria Nature & culture in harmony Our tips

Experience the moors Mountain air and Ammergau Alps up close hut enjoyment Cultural Mile

The Ammergau Alps Nature Park Apart from the natural scenery, offers many ways to regenerate guests in the Ammergau Alps body and mind. Around the Soier Nature Park will also find impres- See, the thrilling moorland can be sive historical treasures and explored over three themed trails demonstrations. The famous using all your senses – on the Oberammergau passion plays Seerundweg with a barefoot trail stretch back almost 400 years. as well as the moor or bird trail. All Every ten years, the villagers

paths are interconnected so that Fend / Matthias GmbH Alpen © Ammergauer reenact the suffering and death of the length of the tour can be Jesus as a story of hope and adapted to personal needs. The The Hörnle – also known as the salvation for the world. The foyer moor educational trail with moor local mountain of the Bad and the auditorium are barri- treading pool, for example, Kohlgrub municipality – has four er-free. On site, there is a disabled provides information on the fascinating mountain peaks. One toilet and seats for wheelchair formation and effect of the bog of them is the Zeitberg. With the users. Further information about and at the same time allows an Hörnle suspension railway, the history of the region can be active experience of the healing equipped with double swivel found in the Oberammergau earth. The Parkhotel am Soier See seats, guests glide comfortably Museum. The baroque basilica is open all year round for a retreat. towards the Zeitberg. Between and rococo sacristy of the Ettal Thanks to its mild water tempera- enchanting forests and fragrant Abbey stand out as an architecture and large sunbathing area, meadows, you can also enjoy a tural attraction in the midst of the the Soier See is also a popular view of the beautiful foothills of enchanting mountain valley. bathing lake. In the Bad Bayer- the Alps. At the top, visitors can soien spa and tourist information expect a barrier-free circular walk Ettal Abbey centre, guests can receive further and nature trail with various rest www.kloster-ettal.de detailed information about the and play areas as well as a 3D Soier See. natural cinema. For much of the year, the Hörnle Hütte pampers Bad Bayersoien Spa and Tourist guests with Bavarian delicacies, Information thus ensuring an all-round www.bad-bayersoien.de mountain experience. Whether for families, nature lovers or foodies.

Hörnle Cable Railway www.hoernlebahn.de

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26 27 Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee Upper Bavaria Bavarian way of life in the Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee Dietmar Dietmar Denger

Just one hour south of Munich lies the Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee, which is also easily accessible by the Bayerische Oberland Railway. Honest customs and traditions reflect the unique attitude to life of this region in the Alpine foothills. For those who want to head further afield, theWendel - stein cable car from Osterhofen near Bayrischzell offers wonderful views as far as Munich and far into the Alps. The picturesque Tegernsee is ideal for a cycling tour. Above Rottach-Egern around the Suttensee, there is also a barrier-free hiking trail. If the weather doesn’t play ball, the Badepark Bad Wiessee offers barrier-free access to the pool and sauna area. For culinary delights, the Lantenham- mer distillery gives an insight into the world of fine spirits and fruity liqueurs.

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28 Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee Upper Bavaria Munich Upper Bavaria Bavarian way of life in the Simply Munich – Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee simply enjoy © Thomas Klinger © Thomas

Throughout the year, Munich delights its guests with its joie de vivre: the Glockenspiel at Marienplatz, the gold of the Angel of Peace over the Isar, the surfers at the entrance to the English Garden. The Wittelsbach rulers laid the foundation for the unique interplay of music, theatre and museums. Today, music lovers can enjoy one of the world’s most prestigious opera houses and top-class orchestras. Looking at the main works in the art museums in the art district, the arch stretches impressively over several millennia. One Munich institution is the beer garden: everyone gets into conversation with everyone here. To ensure all guests can enjoy a carefree time in Munich, the staff at the information points will gladly advise visitors about barrier-free offers.

Munich Tourist Board Tel.: +49(0)89 23396500 | Fax: +49(0)89 23330233 | www.munich.travel/en-gb

28 29 District of Fürstenfeldbruck Upper Bavaria Love of culture at the gates of Munich © stock.adobe.com / rebling © stock.adobe.com

Around 30 kilometres west of the state capital of Munich extends the historic and idyllic old town of Fürstenfeldbruck and its district of the same name. A region marked by tradition and modernity. Beautiful town houses, gastronomic and cultural diversity as well as stunning hiking and biking trails along the Amper and in the surrounding area underline the charm of the Fürstenfeldbrucker Land. In keeping with the region, you will also find classic, contemporary accommodation with barrier-free rooms and special offers. Other popular destinations such as the Five Lakes Land or Augsburg, city of the Fugger family, are just a short journey away.

Fürstenfeldbruck District Administration Tel.: +49(0)8141 5195639 | Fax: +49(0)8141 519582 | www.lra-ffb.de

30 District of Fürstenfeldbruck Upper Bavaria District of Fürstenfeldbruck Upper Bavaria Love of culture at the gates of Munich Our tips

Tradition and Forest experience and Leisure fun and feel- cultural history culinary delights good atmosphere

The district of Fürstenfeldbruck can The Fürstenfeldbrucker Land offers look back on an eventful history guests in the barrier-free dating back to the high-medieval Stadthalle Germering as well as in period. The Jexhof Farm Museum the Puchheimer Kulturcentrum and the Furthmühle Egenhofen give PUC a varied range of concerts, fascinating insights into the rural cabaret, theatre and dance perfor- living conditions and traditional mances as well as operas and crafts around the year 1900. Guests musicals throughout the year. are shown the original interior of the house or the technology behind Puchheimer Kulturcentrum PUC a flour mill, for example. Both www.puc-puchheim.de

museums also offer special tours, © Martin Piepenburg promotions and events. In the former abbey brewery, today you Wherever you are in the district of can find the Museum Fürstenfeld- Fürstenfeldbruck, you are bruck. Here, historical evidence of surrounded by green hilly land- the abbey, the city and the Romans, scapes, enchanting Amper river Celts and Stone Age people is meadows or nature and landscape preserved. Except for the archaeo- conservation areas. Visitors to the logical department on the 3rd floor, Grafrath experimental forest garden

all rooms can be accessed by can see more than 200 exotic tree Jaist © Oliver wheelchair or similar. species from various continents. Originally, this area was used to Museum Fürstenfeldbruck research which foreign plants could In summer, the Germeringer See www.museumffb.de be used for local forestry. Now invites visitors to linger with its wide people with disabilities or families sunbathing area, large shallow can also embark on a “world tour” water zone and several barbecue through the forest. After the visit, areas. People with disabilities can the nearby Bürgerstadl Grafrath use the entry aid on the east bank. offers the opportunity to sample the The feel-good atmosphere is local gastronomy. complemented by accommodation such as the Abasto Hotel & Spa, Grafrath Experimental Forest seidl Hotel & Conference or the Garden Hotel LICHTBLICK. The latter is the www.lwf.bayern.de first hotel to have been additionally awarded the European RAL barrier- Bürgerstadl Grafrath free quality label. www.buergerstadl-grafrath.de Hotel LICHTBLICK

With the concentration camp memorial, the city of Dachau is the central European city of learning and remembrance, attracting more than 900,000 people each year from all over the world who are interested in contemporary history. At the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century, Dachau was one of the most important European artist enclaves. In addition to many well-known painters of outdoor painting, the landscape painter Christian Morgenstern and the expressionist Emil Nolde came here and took advantage of the special lighting conditions of the Dachau marshes for their works. Even today, the city is an important cultural location. In the surrounding district – the Dachauer Land – numerous natural and artistic monuments await discovery. Intensive preservation of the local area enables the visitors to experience the old Bavarian tradition and culture authentically.

Tourist-Information of the City and District of Dachau Tel.: +49(0)8131 75286 | Fax: +49(0)8131 7544150 | www.dachau.de/en/tourism.html Tel.: +49(0)8131 2728605 | Fax: +49(0)8131 33833600 | www.tourismus-dachauer-land.de

32 Dachau & Dachau District Upper Bavaria Dachau District Upper Bavaria Culture & nature in the heart of Altbayern Our tips

Culture and view into Contemporary history Nature and leisure the past and retrospective

Many works by residents of the In Dachau, an electric scooter can former artists’ enclave are part of be borrowed free of charge on a the permanent exhibition of the daily basis. This gives everyone Dachau Picture Gallery, which also the opportunity to go on excur- features regular special exhibi- sions into the diverse nature of tions. The New Gallery, dedicated the Dachau region. exclusively to contemporary art, is Along the course of Maisach leads easily accessible and offers the approximately two-and-a-half- special offers and guided tours for kilometre-long path, the “Maisach people with disabilities. Lifeline”. Whether with a walking frame, wheelchair or pushchair – Jörg Jörg Lutz

Dachau Picture Gallery & / the path makes the shores of this Dachau New Gallery natural space between Berg- bayern.by bayern.by

www.dachauer-galerien-museen.de © kirchen and Günding accessible to everyone for relaxation. The flora A secret tip is the Wittelsbach and fauna, eleven information summer residence of Dachau boards and several adventure Palace, which is located on a hill The concentration camp memorial stations provide plenty of variety. above the historic old town. From is a place of remembrance and the terrace of the Schlosscafé, there learning, which keeps alive the Recreation and Tourism in the is a unique view over the state memory of events in exhibitions Dachau Region capital of Munich, partly up to the and numerous educational www.tourismus-dachauer-land.de Upper Bavarian Alps. programmes. A tour brochure in easy-to-understand language and Dachau Palace – Café & an app in German sign language is Restaurant offered. www.schlossdachau.com Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site www.kz-gedenkstaette-dachau.de

In a unique permanent exhibition, the Augustine Monks Museum in Markt Indersdorf takes on the religious history and the cultural ian Bachmeier ian Flor and scientific achievements of the /

Augustine monks.

32 33 Danube Gorge at Weltenburg Between rocks and water

In the heart of Bavaria, in the district of Kelheim, the broad Bavarian Danube runs through a narrow, stone lane – the Danube Gorge at Weltenburg. During a cruise, guests can experience various rock formations directly on the water and on the 100-metre-high mountain slopes, embedded in glorious mixed forests. A unique natural spectacle that radiates a perfect sense of peace. © bayern.by / Peter von Felbert von / Peter © bayern.by

It is a trip full of sensory impressions: with barrier-free access as well as ramps or lifts, the new “MS Renate” offers people with reduced mobility a carefree boat experience. No matter who comes on board skipper and Bavarian ambassador Renate Schweiger’s boat: “The atmosphere is always good, but by no means loud – just relaxed astonishment”, she says.

© bayern.by / Peter von Felbert von / Peter © bayern.by More unusual stories from Bavaria As far back as the 19th century, the aristocracy Bavaria is, quite simply, traditionally different. And became interested in this picturesque region, which that means a wealth of special experiences for holiday is why King Ludwig I declared the area a natural makers. Bavaria’s ambassadors offer fascinating monument in 1840. Although the inland skipper insights into their lives: For example, in the Fichtel Renate Schweiger has known the area from an early Mountains you can find a romantic wild stream where age, she is still impressed. “What fascinates me most edible herbs grow. Experts from the “Edible Fichtel is the journey down from Weltenburg to Kelheim – Mountains” society turn these plants into delicious entering the Danube Gorge. There is a moment when products and dishes. you see a closed layer of rock in front of you. Just before you pass it, you really think you’re going to hit the wall – it’s the most exciting moment for me every time.”

Along the way you will find numerous caves as well as truly rare plants and a special animal world. Guided tours by the landscape preservation association teach All Bavarian ambassadors with “traditionally different” participants more about it. stories at: www.bavaria.by/traditionally-different

34 Holidays without barriers Destinations and districts in Bavaria

Bavarian Rhön Mountains

Bad Steben

Haßberge

Ochsenkopf Adventure Region Spessart-Mainland FRANCONIA

Nuremberg

EASTERN BAVARIA

Franconian Lake District Arberland

District of Kelheim Bavarian Forest National Park Holiday Region

Bavarian Forest National Park Holiday Destination

District of Dachau Bad Füssing

District of Fürstenfeldbruck

Munich ALLGÄU/ UPPER BAVARIA BAVARIAN SWABIA Chiemsee-Alpenland Berchtesgaden Region

Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee

Ammergau Alps Oberstdorf

34 35 Martin Hertel

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