Zwiesel in Winter
Skiing, cross-country and snow at the Großer Arber — and in the evening back to a warm apartment in the heart of the glass city.
A ski holiday in the Arberland works best with accommodation right at the foot of the Großer Arber — short distances to the slopes and real comfort for recovery afterwards. Zwiesel sits exactly there, at the foot of the highest and most reliably snow-covered mountain in the Bavarian Forest (1,456 m). From here you head straight into your winter break: skiing, cross-country, sledging or winter hiking through snowy forest. After a day in the snow, a warm apartment in the heart of the glass city awaits.
Winter activities
- Großer Arber Ski Resort — approx. 18 km — 6-person gondola, two chairlifts, three drag lifts. Slopes 1,050–1,450 m, reliably snow-covered.
- Rabensteiner Drag Lift — right in Zwiesel — approx. 350 m slope, ideal for beginners and children.
- Cross-Country Trails — 70 km groomed trails around Zwiesel. Connection to the 160 km Bayerwaldloipe network.
- Sledging & Winter Hiking — Cleared paths through the Bavarian Forest National Park.
- Großer Arbersee in Winter — approx. 18 km — peaceful winter landscape, lovely walk.
- Zwiesel Ice Rink — Ice skating right in town.
When the weather is against you
- Schott / Zwiesel Kristallglas — factory outlet and glass-blowing demonstration right in town.
- Waldmuseum Zwiesel — glass art, local history, and forest habitats.
- Bayerwald Saunadorf at ZEB — sauna, brine pool, indoor pool.
Your apartment in winter
- Warm and cosy — well heated for cold winter nights.
- Space in the apartment for ski clothing and equipment.
- Fully equipped kitchen — cook after a ski day or head into Zwiesel.
- High-speed WiFi free of charge.
- Free underground garage directly at the house (max. 2.1 m). For vans and vehicles with ski racks: 3 outdoor spaces (no reservation).
- Shared sauna & pool — ideal for warming up after a ski day.
Winter holiday FAQ
How far is the Großer Arber ski resort?
About 18 km, roughly 20–25 minutes by car.
Are there cross-country trails nearby?
Yes, 70 km of groomed trails around Zwiesel, connecting to the 160 km Bayerwaldloipe network.
Is the Arber reliably snow-covered?
The Großer Arber is the most reliably snow-covered mountain in the Bavarian Forest. Slopes range from 1,050 to 1,450 m.
What can you do without skiing?
Plenty: winter hiking, sledging, ice skating in Zwiesel, glass workshops, museums, and the sauna world at ZEB.
How do I get there without a car?
Zwiesel is a rail hub in the Bavarian Forest. The Waldbahn connects to Bayerisch Eisenstein and via Plattling to the national rail network.
Winter break in Zwiesel
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