Festival of the Mountains in Ruhpolding

The Upper Bavarian spa town of Ruhpolding has around 6,500 residents. This large, dreamily romantic town is nestled in the Chiemgau Alps. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful.

Many skiers, snowboarders and freeskiers also enjoy Bavarian hospitality at the small ski area near Ruhpolding. Wonderful ski slopes of all difficulty levels, varied cross-country trails and a natural toboggan run make it a great destination for a ski holiday. Ruhpolding offers especially ideal conditions for cross-country skiing. You can also enjoy the enchanting winter landscape on a horse-drawn sleigh ride.

Date: 08/09/2007

But Ruhpolding’s Alpine beauty in the Chiemgau region is not just for winter. In every season, its fascinating natural surroundings offer pure relaxation. Take a wonderful hike and forget about everyday life. You can also explore Ruhpolding by bike or mountain bike and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views. This idyllic mountain village has become the perfect destination for bikers—and not just bikers.

There’s always something going on here. The World Cup events in January are famous around the world. But May also brings a highlight to Ruhpolding: the “Festival of the Mountains, Ruhpolding,” a culture and nature festival taking place from May 1 to 12, 2008. The eyes, ears and palate are all in for a treat. It has almost become a tradition to hold it on the weekends around Ascension Day and Whitsun.

The Oberkrainer Sextet and Rebläuse are among the acts providing music and entertainment. Top regional DJs will make the mountains rock. The program also features workshops, a theatre evening, historical films and a large forest festival. And, of course, there are culinary delights from the Festival of the Mountains menu, plus fun Whitsun adventures for families—from a mouse hunt to a dinosaur expedition in the amusement park.

Ruhpolding offers a wide range of accommodation, from affordable, cosy guesthouses and holiday apartments to four-star hotels.