Kreuth: Landscape, History and Winter Sports

Kreuth’s 123-square-kilometre municipal area stretches from Lake Tegernsee to the Tyrolean border. At the border, it is bounded by the Blauberg range, whose highest peak is the Halserspitz at 1,862 metres. This diversity of landscapes provides the setting for riverside experiences, a designated nature reserve and winter sports.

The Weißach, Landscapes and Active Discovery

The adventure trail along the Weißach runs on both sides of the river and features more than 20 interactive stations. There is a water playground and a climbing course, as well as activities for identifying bird calls and animal tracks. You can also discover scents and flavours. The stations range from physical activities to careful observation of your surroundings. When choosing an excursion based on the kind of activity you enjoy, the interactive activities offer a variety of ways to get involved.

The Weißachauen were designated a landscape conservation area in 1953. They offer another distinct way to experience nature in Kreuth.

Winter in Kreuth

The Klamm-Bayerwald-Glashütte cross-country ski trail winds through snow-covered forests and small valleys towards Glashütte. It is seasonal, and availability depends on snow conditions. So check conditions for your planned date. Kreuth is also the venue for international luge competitions on the Kreuth-Klamm luge track. The trail offers a specific route through forests and valleys, while the track focuses on luge sports. If you plan to attend a competition or visit the track, check the latest information in advance.

History and Annual Events

The spring at Wildbad Kreuth had been known since at least the 15th century. The bathing operation closed in 1973.

The Kreuth Leonhardi ride takes place every year on 6 November. The date gives you a fixed point of reference when planning a November stay; for details of the event, check the latest event information.

The Kreuth Tourist Information Office provides information on hiking and cycling in its hiking corner. If you need this information for a specific tour, check in advance for the latest details.

Additional Cultural and Hiking Destinations in Miesbach

The wider Miesbach destination also offers its own cultural and hiking options. The Waitzinger Keller cultural centre in Miesbach presents opera, operetta, musicals, cabaret, concerts, children’s and traditional events, as well as exhibitions throughout the year. For a specific date, check the current programme. With a core collection of more than 3,000 objects, the Miesbach Local History Museum explores the natural and cultural landscape of the Oberland region. The collection includes examples of Miesbach furniture painting, religious folk art from the Miesbach pilgrimage era, tools and equipment from guilds and crafts, as well as a farmhouse parlour, a shoemaker’s workshop and a milliner’s workshop.

Two Miesbach hiking routes can also be compared by difficulty, length and duration. The family-friendly Miesbach Stadlberg loop is of moderate difficulty, 8.1 kilometres long and takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It starts at Habererplatz, right next to the town square; there is an opportunity to stop for refreshments. The family-friendly circular tour “Durch die Untere Wies” from Miesbach is easy, 8.0 kilometres long and takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. At almost the same distance, the Untere Wies route is estimated to take less time. If you plan to hike these Miesbach routes, check the route details again before setting off.

Discover more destinations: Enterbach, Weißach, Bayrischzell, Otterfing, Tegernsee, Waakirchen, Hausham, Gmund Am Tegernsee.

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