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Tourist Information Jägerstraße 9 | 95493 Bischofsgrün Telefon: 0 92 76 / 12 92 Fax: 0 92 76 / 5 05 www.bischofsgruen.de Gästeinformation Fichtelberg Gablonzer Str. 11 | 95686 Fichtelberg Telefon: 0 92 72 / 9 70 33 Fax: 0 92 72 / 9 70 44 e www.fichtelberg.de .d pf ko en Tourist Information Mehlmeisel hs -oc Rathausplatz | 95694 Mehlmeisel nis Telefon: 0 92 72 / 9 79 - 13 leb Fax: 0 92 72 / 9 79 - 24 .er ww BISCHOFSGRÜN www.mehlmeisel.de w FICHTELBERG Tourist Information Warmensteinach Freizeithaus | 95485 Warmensteinach MEHLMEISEL Telefon: 0 92 77 / 14 01 Fax: 0 92 77 / 16 13 www.warmensteinach.de WARMENSTEINACH White winters Summer feeling Head of the Tourist Information on Ochsenkopf (1,024m) Welcome to our holiday region! Why venture to far-flung corners of the world when Och- The four communities of Bischofsgrün, Fichtelberg, Mehlmeisel senkopf in the Fichtelgebirge (Fichtel Mountains) has so and Warmensteinach snuggle like a chain around the second much to offer. highest mountain in the Fichtelgebirge. This is the location for With locations like Bischofsgrün, Fichtelberg, Mehlmeisel and winter fun at the heart of an intact natural setting - whether Warmensteinach, fun can be had within easy reach! Whether with snow shoes hiking right over the summit, on cross country you are a mountain bike fan or simply wish to chillax - the skies along prepared cross country ski trails or down into the region boasts a fantastic and unrivalled open-air sports and valley on snowboard or skis. There are ten kilometres of slopes, leisure complex. 80 kilometres of prepared cross-country ski trails, two toboggan Hikers can linger at unique spots and take in the breath- runs, a snowboard park, two lifts with twin seats and 10 T-bar taking views down into the valley. Certified hiking paths such lifts as well as two large ski schools offering ski hire facilities. as the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg [Franconian Mountain Path] or Winter holidaymakers can choose from a large selection of interesting themed paths such as the Jean-Paul Path take the overnight options ranging from holiday flats or chalets to 4 star hiker to the most attractive spots in the region. The health resort hotels. of Bischofsgrün is considered the hiking centre where the hiker can draw on the experience of 17 certified hiking guides. The Family-friendly ski resort - ski instruction for infants Walderlebniszentrum [Forest Adventure Centre] in Mehlmeisel The ski resort boasts approximately ten kilometres of slopes and is designed for discoverers and offers an enclosed game reserve is ideally suited for beginners and families alike. Nevertheless, and a discovery trail linking 11 stations. even experienced skiers will find ski excursions at the weekend Cyclists of all kinds can enjoy a top-notch cycling experience. well worthwhile. The Klausenhang has an FIS slalom course. Two All routes have been designed so that both families with child- lifts bring skiers to the top of the 1,024 metre high Ochsen- ren as well as practised mountain bikers won‘t be disappointed. kopf in just nine minutes. The medium difficulty northern Hire, mount and off ... is the slogan with which guests to descent is 2.3 kilometres long and the longest alpine descent in the Ochsenkopf region are invited to hire an electrically po- Northern Bavaria. The easy Southern descent is 1.9 kilometres wered cycle. long. Other slopes are equipped with ten T-bar lifts, and several of them offer floodlit skiing until 10 p.m. Snow cannons ensure And there‘s more: the fun factor in and around Ochsenkopf is the northern slope remains white until the end of March. large! Feel the wind rush with a high-speed trip on the summer Sledding is possible on the southern side at the Bleaml Alm and toboggan run or in a Deval Kart. Anybody out for an adrenalin on the northern side at Lattalift. kick won‘t be disappointed on the downhill freeride run, or why The day ski pass for Ochsenkopf costs 19.50 euros for adults not go on an exciting trip around the high rope course? (two euros reduction with health resort ticket), and for children Would-be pirates can set out on a thrilling boat trip along the between six and 15 years of age 14, 50 euros. Evening passes mysterious granite cliffs on the idyllic Fichtel Lake. Bathing for floodlit skiing with private operators cost around ten fun at its best: in Bischofsgrün you can find one of the most euros for adults and between seven and nine euros for children. attractive heated outdoor pools in the Fichtelgebirge. Two ski schools The first zipline park in Germany is just one more reason to The Skischule Nordbayern [Northern Bavarian Ski School] is pay the region a visit! Accompanied by trained guides you can based at the valley station on the northern slope. Around 140 enjoy the forest and unforgettable views in a completely new ski instructors are on hand to teach the joy of skiing. For small way along the southern ski run near the chair lift. After the children there is the „Nubi Club“. The „increasing ski length“ mountain trip and following a brief instruction you are now method is employed - starting with 65 centimetre long skis. perfectly secured and ready to start your high speed mountain On the southern side the Hottenroth Ski School offers for descent using 15 steep rope sections - so-called ziplines. You young skiers especially, and those still keen to learn, skiing fun can catch your breath and gather your thoughts for the next with „Juhuu“ the elk. Several ski hire stations stock the latest adrenalin rush at 20-metre high tree platforms. After whizzing equipment for skiers of every experience level. along more than two kilometres along ziplines your rip-roaring journey ends at the valley station in Fleckl. Info: Tourismus GmbH Ochsenkopf, Gablonzer Straße 11, 95686 Fichtelberg Curious? Then find out more about a unique region for leisure Service Telephone: ++49 (0) 92 72 / 9 70 32 and relaxation – a region that simply makes you feel good and Central Snow Telephone: ++49 (0) 92 77 / 12 13 keen for more: www.erlebnis-ochsenkopf.de www.erlebnis-ochsenkopf.de.