Snowy new experiences

Five winter experiences that guarantee fun and action, even off the slopes.

Pferdeschlitten im Schnee vor blauem Himmel und Bergpanorama

Have you been going skiing and snowboarding for years? For a change, here are four new winter adventures that guarantee fun and action, even off the slopes.

Winter tip for all sports enthusiasts aged six and over: whizz down the five-and-a-half kilometre...

Leisurely carving and demanding deep-snow driving – with the snow bike, anything is possible. Due to its low centre of gravity and the stable sitting position, the risk of falling is minimal. One further advantage is that the spring system is easy on the joints.

The Breitenberg is located in the heart of the Allgäu Alps and can be easily reached by train. The...

Many people have great memories of tobogganing when they were little. When you're young, the focus is on speed and trying to land jumps, whereas when you're an adult, other things matter, like beautiful surroundings or the prospect of a chairlift.

A horse-drawn sleigh ride in Oberstaufen is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the winter....

Silence. Only broken by the crunching of snow, the snorting of the horses and the gentle commands from the carriage driver. Wrap up warmly and travel through the snowy Allgäu with two horsepower – romantic for a couple or perfect with the whole family.

The region of Helmbrecht in the Franconian Forest is a particular favourite with experienced...

Skateboarders that wish the snow was gone. Surfers that are too far from the sea. All of them will be in their element with snowkiting. When the sun is shining you can soon forget that you're not in the Mediterranean, but rather in wintry Bavaria.

Right next to the railway station, the Alte Simpl in Erlangen has everything Franconian cuisine has... Sleep in castles, towers or on hay – we will show you the most unusual hotels in Bavaria. Are jeans American? No, sirree, this popular garment has its roots in Upper Franconia. From a viewpoint to a balloon trip – we will show you here where you can get the best view of Bavaria. The New Castle in Ingolstadt, also known as the New Fortress, is not only an impressive Gothic... A horse-drawn sleigh ride in Oberstaufen is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the winter.... When it's sunny, people from all nationalities flock to the beer garden at the Chinesischer Turm... This extensive cycle tour offers views and insights, which requires a bit of fitness, but also... You can find traces of the past all over Bavaria. These trip destinations showcase medieval Bavaria A hike with cultural enjoyment - a sculpture park and colourful half-timbered houses await you on...