Fischbachau: Cross-country skiing, heated outdoor pool and excursions
Accommodation in Fischbachau
Fischbachau offers around 44 kilometres of cross-country ski trails for both classic and skating styles. Individual routes are also described with their length, duration and difficulty level. The heated outdoor pool, cycling options and sights round out your stay.
Die historische Friedhofskirche Mariä Schutz in Fischbachau ist mit der Klosterzeit verbunden.
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Cross-country skiing: trails and a specific route
The trails are excellently groomed; however, grooming and availability depend on winter conditions. The approximately 44 kilometres refer to the cross-country trail network in Fischbachau. One specifically named tour is the Fischbachau–Elbach–Hundham cross-country route: it is 17.5 kilometres long, takes three hours and starts at the Fischbachau heated outdoor pool car park. There is an opportunity to stop for refreshments.
This route is rated both “difficult” and “family-friendly.” The family-friendly designation therefore does not mean that the tour is rated as easy. When planning, the three-hour duration provides a guide to the time required; snow conditions and grooming may vary from season to season. This makes it possible to consider the broader trail network separately from the specific demands of this individual tour.
The heated outdoor pool as another activity for the day
Fischbachau heated outdoor pool guarantees a water temperature of 24°C. Facilities include a heated indoor hall with a channel leading to the outdoor pools, aqua fitness, a large sunbathing lawn and a sun terrace. Children can enjoy a water playground and two water slides, one of which is a 62-metre water slide. Operating dates may vary by season, so check opening times before planning a visit.
The pool has been assessed according to the “Reisen für Alle” (Travel for All) criteria and carries the “Information on Accessibility” award. As this information may be updated, it is a good idea to check whether it meets your needs before visiting. The rating is a guide, not a description of individual facilities.
Cycling and the Leitzach Bridge
The cycling network around Fischbachau offers routes for different types of bicycles. In the north of the municipality, leisurely cycling tours offer no extreme sporting challenges; to the south, there are demanding mountain biking routes in the mountains. One specifically described loop is the family-friendly Große Leitzachtalrunde, route no. 13a from “RadlTraum” Süd. It starts at Fischbachau School, is 20.8 kilometres long, is of moderate difficulty and takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. There is an opportunity to stop for refreshments. Check the current conditions before setting off.
You can explore the Leitzachsteg half-timbered bridge on a short walk. In the Hammer district, walkers, riders and people with disabilities can conveniently cross the Leitzach via the bridge. The Leitzachsteg is therefore both a sightseeing destination and a crossing over the river.
Autumn traditions and local history
In Hundham, in the municipality of Fischbachau, the autumn Leonhardifahrt pilgrimage procession is a cherished tradition. It features decorated horses, festival wagons and traditional festive costumes. Check the specific dates for each year separately. The Birkenstein pilgrimage chapel stands above Fischbachau. During the monastery era, the cemetery church “Mariä Schutz,” also known as the “Old Parish Church,” served as Fischbachau’s lay church.
Discover more destinations: Waakirchen, Irschenberg, Bayrischzell, Tegernsee, Rottach-Egern, Hausham, Gmund Am Tegernsee, Kreuth.
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