Trips around the pension – Bavaria
(Drive time from the pension to each destination is shown in parentheses.)
⛰️ Hohenbogen (25 min)
Hohenbogen is an approximately 8 km long ridge in the Bavarian Forest and one of the closest Bavarian destinations for a family trip. The summit (1,079 m) offers beautiful views of Arber, Osser, Kaitersberg and Voithenberg. In good weather, you can even see the Alps.
How to get up
We recommend taking the “retro” two‑seater chairlift — the hill is quite steep, especially for small children. You can also walk up, but the path is steeper.
What awaits you at the top
- stunning panoramas
- a lookout tower
- a NATO base (viewable from the outside as an interesting landmark)
- a mountain hut with refreshments
Attractions for children
One of the biggest summer attractions is the 750 m long toboggan run with 16 curves. There are also several small attractions for children near the lower chairlift station.
In winter, Hohenbogen operates as a smaller ski resort — ideal for children or beginners.
🦊 Lohberg Zoo – Bayerwald‑Tierpark (30 min)
Lohberg Zoo is a forest ZOO covering 10 hectares and focuses on animals native to the Bavarian Forest. You’ll see wolves, foxes, beavers, otters, deer, owls, lynxes and many more.
About the route
The circular path is 1.5 km long. Some parts are a little steep but manageable even for younger children.
Children’s favourite part
You can buy feed pellets at the entrance — children can feed selected animals such as goats or donkeys, often the highlight of the whole visit.
The ZOO also includes a playground and a restaurant.
Bonus tip
From the ZOO, you can take a small train to the Little Arber Lake. And if you want to make a full family day out of it, the Osserbad Aquapark in Lam (7 min) is perfect — indoor and outdoor pools, slides and water attractions.
🏔️ Großer Arber & Great Arber Lake (40 min)
Großer Arber is the highest mountain in the Bavarian Forest (1,456 m) and a fantastic destination for families all year round. The area is fully accessible and suitable for prams.
How to get there
Set navigation to Arber Bergbahn Talstation, Bayerisch Eisenstein. There is a restaurant and a small playground at the lower cable‑car station.
Cable car to the top
A six‑seater cabin lift takes you to the summit, and prams can be transported as well. After arriving, you can take a panoramic lift down to the Eisensteiner Hütte, where you’ll find two restaurants and a beautiful wooden playground with mountain views.
Summit loop
The loop around the summit is approx. 2 km long and suitable for prams (although slightly steeper in a few spots). The views from the top are breathtaking.
Next stop: Great Arber Lake
Drive down to the lake (5 min) or walk there with older children. The lake loop is 2 km long. There is a lovely restaurant — Arberseehaus — and in summer you can rent pedal boats.
🐺 Falkenstein National Park Centre (40 min)
The centre consists of three parts and is ideal for families with young children and prams.
What you’ll discover
- a Stone Age cave with replicas of the famous Chauvet cave paintings
- animal enclosures featuring lynxes, wolves, Przewalski horses and aurochs
- the “House of Wilderness” — interactive exhibitions, a large children’s zone
The whole loop is approx. 2.5 km long, fully accessible and free of charge.
Bonus
Only 10 minutes away is Ludwigsthal train station — you can take the Waldbahn train here directly from Železná Ruda–Alžbětín.
⚒️ Silbergwerk – Silver Mine (50 min)
One of the most exciting experiences for both children and adults — a visit to a 12th‑century silver mine.
Getting there
The mine entrance is in the middle of the mountain — you can either walk 500 m uphill or take the cable car.
About the tour
- lasts 45 minutes
- guided only in German
- you’ll put on a mining coat and helmet (children too!)
Inside you’ll see tunnels, mining carts, old tools, and breathe cool, mineral‑rich air. Children are usually completely fascinated.
Important
Avoid the last tour of the day — at least 4 adults are required for safety reasons, and the tour may be cancelled if the group is too small.
What else is here
At the lower cable‑car station, you’ll find a playground, a restaurant and a summer toboggan run. Bring warmer clothes — it’s chilly inside the mine.
🎢 Churpfalzpark (50 min)
A botanical‑amusement park covering 10 hectares, perfect for families with children.
What you’ll find
- roller coasters
- mini free‑fall ride
- trains, carousels, swings
- water attractions, rafting, children’s river
- large and small bumper cars
The park is designed as a large garden full of flowers and quiet resting spots.
Why children love it
Most attractions are suitable from about age 3 (some from age 6). There are also toddler areas, sandpits and water play zones.
Aqua zone
There is a small aquapark section — pack swimwear for the kids.
Food
There is a restaurant located right at the entrance.
🌲 WaldWipfelWeg & Adventure Park Sankt Englmar (60 min)
One of the best family destinations — a treetop walk, forest adventure path, optical illusions and huge playgrounds.
Treetop walk
- fully accessible
- suitable for prams
- up to 30 m above the ground
- spectacular views
Adventure trail
A 2 km natural discovery path with interactive tasks for children.
Illusion cave & optical illusions
Fun for both kids and adults.
Indoor playground
A large indoor play area is located in the upper floor of the restaurant.
Upside‑down house
A whole house built upside down — great for fun photos. Prams cannot enter this part.
Another park just 5 minutes away
Freizeitpark Englmar — with the longest roller coaster in the Bavarian Forest (755 m), two modern toboggan runs, a lookout tower with a slide, minigolf, a large children’s ZOO and a 2,000 m² motor skills playground. Entry to the park is free — you pay only for individual rides.
🌳 Baumwipfelpfad & Forest ZOO (1 h 10 min)
One of the most famous treetop walks in Europe — 1,300 m long, fully accessible, ending with a 44 m high observation tower.
Experience from above
You walk 8–25 m above the ground with endless views of the Bavarian Forest, stretching all the way to the Alps.
Forest ZOO
Beside the treetop walk is a large wildlife park with natural open‑air enclosures. Entry is free.
Facilities
At the end of the trail is the Haus der Wildnis visitor centre and a restaurant.
🎡 BayernPark (1 h 45 min)
One of the biggest amusement parks in Bavaria — more than 80 attractions on 40 hectares.
Who it’s suitable for
- most attractions from age 4 / 100 cm
- children over 140 cm can access all attractions
Biggest thrills
- Der Freischütz roller coaster — 0 to 80 km/h in 2.3 seconds, 3 inversions
- wild‑water rafting
- classic roller coaster
For the smallest visitors
- toddler village
- water playground
- children’s ZOO
- large playgrounds
Practical
Admission is a single ticket — all attractions are included.