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Kneipp Cure: includes natural healing through water, herbs, diet, exercise and balance © BAYTM – GERT KRAUTBAUER GERT – BAYTM © Mind, Body & Spirit in Bavaria 5 DAYS TOUR INCLUDING: LEITHEIM ⋅ GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN ⋅ BAD WÖRISHOFEN ⋅ CHIEMSEE REGION Main Bayreuth Bamberg Würzburg Nuremberg Bavaria is a fantastic choice if you want to Main-Danube-Canal i Rothenburg feel healthy on vacation and return home o. d. Tauber Regensburg revived. There are plenty of inspiring ways to use the countryside as your natural Leitheim Danube Passau playground from hiking the peaceful meditation trails along the Bavarian Alps to Augsburg Erding Altötting eating the freshest meals. Experience it all Munich while winding down and pampering in the Bad Wörishofen Chiemsee best Bavarian care. Bavarian Priest Sebastian Memmingen Kneipp is well known for his five wellness Berchtesgaden pillars he believed were the best ways to Lindau Füssen balance mind, body and spirit. Garmisch- Partenkirchen BAVARIA TOURISM ― www.bavaria.travel ― www.bavaria.by/travel-trade ― www.pictures.bavaria.by 02 Mind, Body & Spirit in Bavaria DAY 1 Arrival at Munich Airport. Transfer to Leitheim Castle (1 h 30 m*) WELCOME TO LEITHEIM CASTLE! Located next to Rococo jewel, Leitheim Castle, the property’s harmoniously designed wellness center offers well-being, health and relaxation. The view from the sanarium area across the Danube valley is breathtakingly beautiful. Afternoon Relax and enjoy spa amenities, lunch and dinner at leisure Hydrotherapy: Water is a key to © HOTEL SCHLOSS LEITHEIM (2); BAYTM – JAN GREUNE, TOBIAS GERBER GERBER TOBIAS GREUNE, JAN – BAYTM (2); LEITHEIM SCHLOSS HOTEL © The restaurant “Weingärtnerhaus” takes its name from Kneipp’s healing the historic vineyards that lie just below the castle. methods Overnight at Leitheim Castle DAY 2 Morning Transfer from Leitheim to to Bad Wörishofen (1 h 20 m*) WELCOME TO BAD WÖRISHOFEN! Bad Wörishofen is the town where Bavarian Priest Sebastian Kneipp first developed his famous Kneipp therapy, which combines five elements – hydrotherapy with water affusion, healthy nutrition, herbal remedies, exercise and inner harmony. It is still famous for its treatments today, and Kneipp’s spirit remains a tangible presence here. Explore the Kneipp Cure Leitheim Castle: A 4-star hotel Choose from Kneipp experiences and enjoy spa experi- with 49 rooms ence and activities at KurOase im Kloster, where Sebastian Kneipp practiced his body, mind and soul natural healing methods over 150 years ago. Afternoon Walk to Spa Park, explore the beautiful herb and rose garden in the town of Bad Wörishofen Overnight in Bad Wörishofen Senses: Spa Park includes a scent and aroma garden BAVARIA TOURISM ― www.bavaria.travel ― www.bavaria.by/travel-trade ― www.pictures.bavaria.by 03 Mind, Body & Spirit in Bavaria Moor soap: A treasure for body and soul Partnach Gorge: Perfect hike activity with impressive views DAY 3 Morning Transfer from Bad Wörishofen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen Late lunch at the top, Panorama 2962 (1 h 50 m*) At an altitude of almost 3,000 m above sea level, the © BAYTM – PETER VON FELBERT, BERNHARD HUBER; FLORIAN WERNER; HOTEL STAUDACHERHOF HOTEL WERNER; FLORIAN HUBER; BERNHARD FELBERT, VON PETER – BAYTM © multifunctional restaurant is an architectural treat. It TIP Stop by Veronika Wurm’s Moor Soap Shop will serve typical specialties from the Alpine region, Veronika Wurm values the Bavarian Moors and the garnished with rich panoramic views. cultural landscape around the Saulgrub in the Ammer- gau Alps. She produces handmade soaps using 100 % Descend by cable car natural ingredients from Bavaria’s aromatic moorland. Or visit to Partnach Gorge WELCOME TO GARMISCH- Tour of the Partnach Gorge, a natural landmark with PARTENKIRCHEN! wild waterfalls, rapids and tranquil water basins. Back to nature, back to your roots. Recharging your batteries in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The varied Evening Check-in to Hotel Staudacherhof landscape at the foot of the Zugspitze has lots to Pamper yourself and recharge energy at Staudacherhof offer both in summer and in winter. On the slopes, The property offers amenities such as: indoor pool, during a mountain hike, or biking – the Bavarian outdoor pool, steam room, laconium and tepidarium as Alps offer you countless opportunities to experience well as a sauna area with rock showers. Treat yourself to eventful moments. relaxation and unforgettable moments of indulgence! Arrival Zugspitze (glacier) Germany’s Highest Evening and dinner at leisure Mountain and enjoy the views Excellent Bavarian-Ayurvedic dishes complete the wellness program in an ideal way. The kitchen team conjures up wonderful Bavarian delicacies with Ayurvedic influences for its guests. Overnight in Garmisch-Partenkirchen Lake Eibsee: Hotel Stau- At the dacherhof: foothills A Bavarian of the wellness oasis Zugspitze in the Alps BAVARIA TOURISM ― www.bavaria.travel ― www.bavaria.by/travel-trade ― www.pictures.bavaria.by 04 Mind, Body & Spirit in Bavaria Wellness break: Discover the local culture of Garmisch- Partenkirchen DAY 4 Morning Living workshop experience with local artisans in Garmisch-Partenkirchen Transfer from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Chiemsee Region (1 h 30 m*) WELCOME TO CHIEMSEE REGION! Switch off and stay healthy by taking in all the Healthy: Prien am wellness offers in the Chiemsee Region, from Chiemsee is meditation trails on the idyllic foothills of the Alps known for its Kneipp to the relaxing spa treatments available at the facilities resorts. Give your mind, body and spirit a true GHIRARDINI TANJA – GMBH MARKETING PRIEN GREUNE; JAN – BAYTM STADLER; CHRISTIAN – TOURISMUS GAPA © Bavarian vacation. Afternoon Meditation Trail Experience DAY 5 Take part in health meditation paths such as Brain-2- Body Route in Bad Feilnbach or the Wasserburg Morning End of trip. We hope you enjoyed your visit. Meditation Path. (Approx duration: 2 h) * Please note: Transfer times are approximate and can Healthy and wellness experience at local spa depend on road conditions on the day of travel. Feel really comfortable, alleviated and forget everyday life – a soothing bath in the moor is beneficial for body and soul. Alternative options include: milk, whey or salt baths. Overnight in Prien am Chiemsee GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE DETAILS Bavaria Tourism Arabellastr. 17 81925 Munich | GERMANY Tel.: +49 (0) 89 21 23 97 0 [email protected] | www.bavaria.travel Visit Bavaria Indulgence: bavariatourism Relax with a customized bath Bavaria Travel made of natural Bavarian ingredients BAVARIA TOURISM ― www.bavaria.travel ― www.bavaria.by/travel-trade ― www.pictures.bavaria.by.
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