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x Bayerischer Wald

The Bavarian forest stretches north to the Danube, between
Regensburg and Passau. It is part of Central Europe’s largest
woodland and provides idyllic grounds for a variety of
outdoor pursuits. The local rocks contain large quantities of
quartz, which contributed to the early development of the
glass industry here. To this day, the region produces some
fine, blown-glass artifacts. The region also hosts a number
of popular festivals throughout the year.

1 Zwiesel
In the old glassworks, which 2 Frauenau
survive to this day, you can watch Along with Zwiesel, this is the
workers using blow irons to oldest centre of glass production
produce vases, jugs and other in the area. The local museum
objects made of glass. illustrates the town’s history.
3 Spiegelau
Spiegelau is one
of the most
popular starting
points for tourists
planning hiking
trips into
the mountains.

4 Grafenau
The main attractions of this small
town are its snuff and furniture
museums and the old town hall.
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5 Freyung Passau
The main attraction of
the town is the Schloß
(Castle) Wolfstein, which
now houses a museum Tips For Walkers
of hunting and fishing.
Key Starting point: Zwiesel.
6 Finsterau Distance: 82 km (51 miles).
Situated close to a vast Suggested route Getting there: train to Frauenau,
artificial lake, Finsterau has an Other road on the Zwiesel-Granau line; or
interesting open-air museum Bodenmais, terminus of another
that displays examples of the Scenic route branch line from Zwiesel.
local building trade. Viewpoint

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