Fischbachau offers a range of ways to enjoy active days: trails for classic and skate cross-country skiing, cycling routes in the municipality, and the heated outdoor pool. For planning, specific details about route length, duration and difficulty are helpful. There is also the Leitzach Footbridge and evidence of the area’s history. Which of these appeals to you most can help determine the focus of your trip.
Cross-country skiing: trails and a designated route
Fischbachau has around 44 kilometres of excellently groomed trails for classic and skate cross-country skiing. Grooming and usability depend on winter conditions, so check the current situation before setting out.
One specific tour is the Fischbachau–Elbach–Hundham cross-country ski route. It is 17.5 kilometres long, takes three hours and starts at the Fischbachau heated outdoor pool car park. The route is rated difficult and is also designated as family-friendly; there is also an opportunity to stop for refreshments. Snow and grooming conditions can change seasonally, so check current conditions when planning your tour.
Cycling in the municipality
The network of cycle paths around Fischbachau offers routes for different types of bikes. In the northern part of the municipality, leisurely cycling tours have no extreme sporting challenges; in the south, there are challenging mountain bike tours in the mountains. The options described therefore differ considerably in location and difficulty.
The family-friendly Great Leitzach Valley Loop (Tour No. 13a from “RadlTraum” Süd) starts at Fischbachau School. The moderately difficult circular tour is 20.8 kilometres long, takes 2 hours and 15 minutes, and starts at Fischbachau School. This time can be compared with the three hours for the cross-country ski route, although the two tours involve different activities and seasonal conditions. Check the current route conditions before setting out.
Heated outdoor pool: facilities and information
The Fischbachau heated outdoor pool guarantees a water temperature of 24°C. In all weather conditions, it offers an indoor heated area with a swim-through channel to the outdoor pools. Other facilities include aqua fitness, a large sunbathing lawn and a sun terrace. For children, there is a water playground and two water slides, including a 62-metre-long large water slide.
Opening times vary by season; check the current opening hours before your visit. The heated outdoor pool is classified according to the “Reisen für Alle” criteria and carries the “Information on Accessibility” award. If this information is important for your plans, check the latest accessibility details before your visit.
Bridges, chapels and local history
The Leitzach Footbridge, a half-timbered bridge, is one of Fischbachau’s attractions and can be explored on a short hike. In the Hammer district of the municipality of Fischbachau, hikers, riders and people with disabilities can conveniently cross the Leitzach via the footbridge. The Birkenstein pilgrimage chapel stands above Fischbachau.
The history of the churches and buildings also offers insights into the municipality. The cemetery church of “Mariä Schutz”, also known as the “Old Parish Church”, was Fischbachau’s lay church during the monastery era. The façade frescoes at Jodlhof date from around 1786 and show how the householders of the time interpreted the political events of their day.
In the municipality, in Hundham, the Leonhardi pilgrimage takes place in autumn. It features decorated horses, festive carriages and traditional festive costumes. Check the specific dates for your travel year separately.
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