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Things to see in Zwiesel (Germany): 52 places and when to go
Zwiesel is a town in Germany, and this site lists 52 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (19), Mountains (18), Nature (14). The best known are Großer Arber, Großer Falkenstein and Kleiner Arber. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 02. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 49.0016, 13.2016
- Places
- 52 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (19) · Mountains (18) · Nature (14) · With kids (6) · Food and drink (5) · Museums and art (4)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 127 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Großer Arber, at 1,456 m.
What to see in Zwiesel
The places in and around Zwiesel, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Großer ArberHighest mountain of the Bohemian Forest in Bavaria, Germany13 km
- Großer FalkensteinMountain in Bavaria, Germany11 km
- Kleiner ArberNature · Mountains14 km
- HennenkobelMountain and mine5.1 km
- Kleiner RachelMountain in Germany13 km
- KronbergNature · Mountains8.1 km
- LackenbergNature · Mountains14 km
- GeißkopfNature · Mountains15 km
- Kleiner FalkensteinMountain in Bavaria, Germany11 km
- RukowitzbergNature · Mountains12 km
- ScheuereckbergMountain in Germany12 km
- WagensonnriegelMountain in Germany8.0 km
- Rinchnach PrioryMonastery in Rinchnach, Lower Bavaria, Germany5.8 km
- RieslochfälleWaterfall in Germany11 km
- Bauernhausmuseum LindbergMuseums and art5.4 km
- Weißenstein CastleBuilding in Lower Bavaria, Germany7.2 km
- St. NikolausChurch building in Zwiesel, Bavaria, Germany2.8 km
- Zwiesel Forest MuseumMuseum in Germany2.8 km
- HochfallNature13 km
- Localbahnmuseum Bayerisch EisensteinMuseum in Germany13 km
- St. GotthardParish church in Kirchberg im Wald, Germany11 km
- 1. Zwieseler DampfbierbrauereiBrewery1.8 km
- Adam BräuBrewery10 km
- ArberschutzhausMountains · Hiking13 km
And the other 28, by what you come to do:
- Mountains: Berghaus Loderhart, Burglengenfelder-Hütte (SCB-Hütte), Chamer Hütte, Falkenstein Schutzhaus, Landshuter Haus
- Hiking: Böhmweg, E6 European long distance path, E6 European long distance path, Goldsteig N14: Großer Arber - Bayerisch Eisenstein, Goldsteig N15: Bayerisch Eisenstein - Großer Falkenstein, Goldsteig N16: Großer Falkenstein - Rachel, Goldsteig-Nordroute, Goldsteig Zuweg Nr.18 Bodenmais - Chamer Hütte, Gunthersteig, Pandurensteig, Zlatá stezka, Zlatá stezka Zwiesel - Hartmanice, Zwieseler Hütte
- Food and drink: Eck, Poschinger Edelbrandmanufaktur, Privatbrauerei J.B. Falter
- With kids: Erholungsbad, Freibad Frauenau, Freibad Regen, Märchenalm, Nationalparkzentrum Falkenstein Tier-Freigelände, Silberberg-Hallenbad
- Snow: Skilift Riedlberg
When to go to Zwiesel
The best time to visit Zwiesel is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:27
- FebPossible9:54
- MarPossible11:34
- AprBest time13:28
- MayBest time15:04
- JunBest time15:58
- JulBest time15:36
- AugBest time14:11
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:30
- NovPossible8:52
- DecPossible8:02
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 02. In April, 51 of the 52 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Zwiesel
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 127 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Schönberg13 places20 km
- Mauth29 places27 km
- Bad Kötzting37 places31 km
- Moos30 places33 km
- Straubing26 places48 km
- Neureichenau20 places50 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Zwiesel?
The best known: Großer Arber, Großer Falkenstein, Kleiner Arber, Hennenkobel, Kleiner Rachel. In all, 52 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Zwiesel?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 02.
How do you get to Zwiesel?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 127 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Zwiesel as the destination and these 52 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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