Camping in the Bavarian Forest

Anyone travelling to the Bavarian Forest for a camping holiday can look forward to a true nature and action paradise with a wide range of activities. From the campsites among the trees and picturesque clearings, guests can set off on hikes under the canopy or visit one of the treetop trails. Cycling tours and canoe trips on the region's rivers are also popular. Culturally, the idyllic glass-blowing villages are worth a visit, where you can witness the production of high-quality handicrafts.

Special features of camping in the Bavarian Forest

The campsites in the Bavarian Forest are particularly popular with nature lovers and those seeking relaxation. Those who want to switch off from everyday life can simply rest in the middle of the woods, by the water or on the edge of the village and breathe in the fresh air. Leisure-orientated campers, on the other hand, like to set off on a hike. Worthwhile excursion destinations include the Großer Arber, the Kaitersberg, the Hirschberg and the Silberberg, all of which are around 1,000 metres and higher. The Goldsteig long-distance hiking trail, which runs through the Upper Palatinate and Bavarian Forests, also offers wonderful tours far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Camping in this region is very diverse. When booking, the location is probably the most important factor. Directly by a lake, in a national park, in a wooded area or on a farm or holiday farm - the choice of pitches for motorhomes, caravans or tents is truly impressive. With mobile homes and holiday flats, many camping parks and campsites offer interesting alternatives to owning a caravan or holidaying in a tent. Ultimately, the facilities, the classification of the ADAC inspectors and the reviews of Pincamp guests can have a considerable influence. Winter camping is an interesting option at selected campsites, as there are many worthwhile ski resorts in the Bavarian Forest.

Popular campsites in the Bavarian Forest

Kurcamping Holmernhof Dreiquellenbad

Located on the edge of the Bavarian Forest in the Rottal spa triangle, this campsite offers excellent conditions for spa camping and wellness holidays in Lower Bavaria. The site's thermal vitality oasis fulfils all the wishes of campers seeking relaxation. The leisure facilities at Kurcampings Holmernhof Dreiquellenbad are huge and range from the pond with natural pool to the pitching and putting green with golf tee. Campers can look forward to well-equipped sanitary buildings, a motorhome station, a popular restaurant serving Lower Bavarian specialities and much more.

Murner See campsite

For a holiday with lots of bathing fun, the Murner See campsite will make your heart beat faster. The site is located on a narrow strip of land between the Murner See and the Brückelsee with beautiful lidos. The spacious pitches of 100m² to 120m² each offer plenty of room for a relaxing caravan or motorhome holiday in the Bavarian Forest.

Adventure Camp Schnitzmühle

Adventure is the order of the day here: the campsite is the holiday destination par excellence for adventurers and nature campers. In addition to caravan pitches, there is also a natural tent pitch. Adventure Camp Schnitzmühle is located directly on the Schwarzer Regen river, which offers the best conditions for canoe tours. The leisure activities on offer at the camping resort are huge and range from yoga retreats to horse riding and white water tours. Those seeking relaxation in the midst of nature can spend wonderful hours in the Emoji Sphere Spa or the Flying Garden Lounge.

Regental Aktiv Camping

The small campsite with only 53 pitches and 3 rental accommodations is particularly popular with water hikers and nature lovers, as it is located directly on the Schwarzer Regen river. It is the ideal place for campers who simply want to camp and don't want entertainment and the like. Sanitary facilities are of course available. The neighbouring public outdoor pool provides a refreshing dip in summer.

See Camping Weichselbrunn

The hosts of See Camping Weichselbrunn aim to provide campers with a relaxing camping holiday, from arrival to departure. The small site right on the lake offers 80 parcelled-out caravan and motorhome pitches for holiday guests and 50 pitches for permanent campers. There is also a tent pitch. The location is ideal for hiking and cycling tours and makes the campsite a charming holiday destination in the Bavarian Forest.

Favourite places in the region

What makes the Bavarian Forest so special as a holiday destination are the many secluded health resorts. Here, guests can enjoy the peace and quiet, the fresh air, the good climate and the opportunity to take part in sporting activities.

Bodenmais

Bodenmais has made a name for itself internationally as a model climatic health resort. The Silberberg and the healing caves there are a particular reason for many holidaymakers to travel to the region. There is also a visitor mine here, where tour participants can learn more about the mining of silver. Glass has been produced in the town itself for centuries. One of the best-known production sites is Joska.

Cham

The tranquil town of Cham is located in the northern Bavarian Forest and therefore already in the Upper Palatinate. Leisure-oriented holidaymakers can quickly reach the hiking trails around the town, which lead directly through the dense forests. In the municipality itself, medieval buildings such as the town hall and the Straubing Tower are well worth seeing. The old town festival in July is also very popular. In the district of Cham, hikers will find a true paradise on the Kaitersberg: Fantastic views of the Zellertal valley and the Lamer Winkel can be enjoyed on charming mountain hiking routes.

Roding

Roding with its charming town centre lies at the gateway to the Bavarian Forest. Worth seeing is the early Romanesque chapel, in which frescoes from the 12th and 17th centuries can be marvelled at. Excursionists can visit the Schwärzenberg pile-ruin nature reserve with its 12th century castle ruins.

Fürsteneck

Fürsteneck is particularly scenic, as the Ilz and Wolfsteiner Ohe rivers flow into each other here. The Ilz is considered the last white water river in Upper Bavaria and impresses with its natural power. Fans of the Middle Ages will enjoy Fürsteneck Castle, which has towered over the Ilz Valley since 1180.

Regensburg and Passau

Regensburg and Passau are the ideal destinations for a day trip with big city flair. The three-river city of Passau and the UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg have countless sights to offer and entice visitors with their gastronomic and cultural attractions.

Sights & excursions

• Bavarian Forest Animal Park: Located in Lohberg, children in particular will get their money's worth at the sight of regional animals such as lynx and deer. Bavarian Forest Treetop Walk: A true masterpiece of wooden architecture with its cone-shaped construction. The tower on the trail is 44 metres high.
• Glassworks in Bodenmais: Here you can watch the master craftsmen at work.
• Bavarian Forest Museum Village: Situated near Tittling, the exhibition shows historic farms and country houses on an area of 25 hectares.
• Großer Falkenstein: The mountain rises some 1,315 metres into the air and is one of the most beautiful vantage points near Bayerisch Eisenstein.
• Gabreta Celtic Village: Families can learn more about the prehistoric inhabitants of Central Europe and their traditions in the reconstructed Celtic village. As an archaeological adventure park, the site offers information on traditional agriculture, coin minting and the role of salt, among other things.
• Dießenstein castle ruins: The medieval fortress is situated on a 445 metre high hill overlooking the Ilz river. The castle was built in the 12th century and is a recommended excursion destination for all lovers of romantic photo motifs.
• Hochfall: A waterfall near Bodenmais that cascades over a length of 1 km.

Winter camping in the Bavarian Forest

The Bavarian Forest with its beautiful nature is not only a worthwhile holiday destination for campers in the warmer months. The natural conditions make the region an Eldorado for winter sports enthusiasts. In the winter sports areas in the border triangle, in the national park, on the Großer Arber, on the Brotjacklriegel and around the climatic health resort of Sankt Englmar, there are excellent conditions for downhill skiing and snowboarding, there are groomed trails for cross-country skiers and the whole family can also spend happy hours in the great outdoors tobogganing. Many campsites are open all year round and offer the best conditions for winter camping in the Bavarian Forest.