Discover Kolbermoor

Kolbermoor combines industrial history with craftsmanship and walks close to nature. When choosing your destination, you can weigh up whether the Old Spinning Mill, a blacksmiths’ gathering, or a walk along the Mangfall and Mangfall Canal should define your stay. Families will also find a spacious playground in Spinnereipark for children aged 3 to 16. If you are looking for a hotel in Kolbermoor, this mix of themes offers a concrete starting point for matching the destination’s character to the purpose of your trip.

Old Spinning Mill and Workers’ Settlement

The Old Spinning Mill is an architectural industrial monument built of red brick on the site of a former spinning mill with a history spanning more than 100 years. It was built in 1840 and is now a modern cultural and event center within historic walls. The Spinning Mill industrial monument is located right on the Mangfall Cycle Path and recalls Kolbermoor’s industrialization. The Old Spinning Mill includes the workers’ settlement dating from 1862, 1907, and 1918. It is almost completely preserved and was extensively renovated by the city. The monument and settlement offer two perspectives on the industrial heritage: the former spinning mill and its associated residential settlement.

The Blacksmiths’ Gathering as a Key Event

The Blacksmiths’ Gathering gives craftsmanship its own place in Kolbermoor. The first gathering took place in 1996 at the initiative of Wasti Still and Peter Elgass. It is held every two years and includes specialist talks and workshops on blacksmithing and metal design, as well as exhibitions of international blacksmithing work. Practical work, professional exchange, and the presentation of blacksmithing work are thus brought together. If you want to plan your visit around the gathering, check the event dates in advance.

Walks and River Landscapes

The walk through historic Kolbermoor leads around the spinning mill and the former workers’ houses. It combines culture and local history with a route through natural surroundings. Several gravel paths first follow the Mangfall and then lead back to the starting point along the Mangfall Canal. Route conditions can vary seasonally; high water may affect an optional section. Check conditions before setting out. The Via Julia also passes by Kolbermoor.

Nearby, the Mangfall has been extensively renaturalized between Bad Aibling and Kolbermoor. Rest areas and swimming spots are located along flower-covered embankments. Options may vary depending on water conditions. The river and its banks add a distinct landscape dimension to Kolbermoor’s historical themes.

Playground in Spinnereipark

The spacious playground in Spinnereipark is suitable for children aged 3 to 16. Facilities include a sand play area, a swing, an in-ground trampoline, zip lines, and a spinning roundabout. There are also climbing equipment and a climbing and balancing course. The variety of play options gives families a specific place to visit when they want to include time for play alongside industrial history and a walk.

In the wider Rosenheim destination

The wider Rosenheim destination offers additional cultural, historical, and landscape-related themes. The museum in Amerang Castle provides insights into castle architecture and the history of the noble family. The Amerang Farmhouse Museum, run by the Upper Bavaria district, showcases farmhouses, craft buildings, and technical installations from the Chiemgau region. The Amerang Open-Air Museum offers individual tours and programs for groups. The offerings may change; advance arrangements may be necessary for groups. The moorland educational trail, created in 2010 between Amerang and Halfing, explains how the moorland landscape formed after the Ice Age and introduces the animal and plant life native to the area.

Discover more destinations: Breitbrunn am Chiemsee, Rimsting, Bruckmühl, Tuntenhausen, Feldkirchen-Westerham, Bernau Am Chiemsee, Soyen, Eiselfing.

To the wider travel overview: Rosenheim.