Bavarian Forest National Park Germany

Bavarian Forest National Park Germany

The Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany located in the south-eastern Germany is the country's first national park. It was established in 1970. The area is the largest contiguous area of protected forest in central Europe along with the Sumava (Bohemian Forest) National Park adjoining it to the east.

The Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany is one of the major attractions here. It is the only place in Europe where vast swathes of nature are left to develop freely according to their own eternal rhythm. The Bavarian Forest National Park has adopted the policy to leave nature to its own devices. This region does not enjoy a pleasant climate. The climate is charecterised with continental overtones, long, snowy winters and substantial differences in altitude (600 metres to 1,453 metres). This national park extends its arms to the visitors to come and explore the fascinating process of an ever-evolving forest wilderness at close hand. The Bavarian Forest National Park has a magical spell that enthralls the visitors. This unspoilt landscape is dominated by forests. Experience the breathtaking picturesque view of the seemingly endless forests near the Bavarian/Bohemian border from the mountain peaks. This national park is also proud to house moorland covered in mystery, crystal-clear cascading mountain streams and Lake Rachelsee, the park's only glacial lake. Like all national parks, the Bavarian Forest National Park in Germany boasts of diverse flora and fauna. The fauna mainly comprises eagle owl, Ural owl and raven, which have been successfully reintroduced; the endemic species include otters, capercaillies, hazel grouse, pygmy owls and three-toed woodpeckers. The Bavarian Forest National Park also offers adventure lovers to have some fun and adventure. A network of over 300km of clearly marked footpaths, almost 200km of cycle routes and around 80km of cross-country ski runs lends visitors plenty of opportunity to enjoy the beauties of the national park in summer and in winter.

The Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany beckons visitors to enjoy in the lap of nature. So do pay a visit in this outstanding national park in Germany.

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