Rother

Bavarian-Swabian Way of St. James Oettingen-Bodens.

<p>The Bavarian Forest can certainly be considered one of the most pristine low mountain ranges in Germany, and with its peaks over 1000 meters high (the Großer Arber even almost reaches the 1500 meter mark) and its mountainous climate, it is indeed a "real" mountain range. For centuries, this ridge on the Czech border was considered the place where "fox and hare say goodnight" - until this very remoteness and unspoiled nature was discovered as a unique advantage worthy of protection: in 1970, large parts of this mountain range were placed under protection as a national park. Today, more and more people are seeking the tranquillity of its forests, enjoying the clear air and expansive views from the peaks and relaxing in the unspoilt idyll of the villages and towns.</p> <p>The author of this Rother hiking guide, Eva Krötz, has been at home in the Bavarian Forest for years and allows hikers to discover the unique beauty of this forest mountain range on 54 selected routes. The hikes lead up to panoramic peaks, through old and new primeval forest areas, across sunlit former mountain pastures, the so-called Schachten, to mysterious moors and along pristine river courses.</p> <p>The hiking destinations range from Passau to Regensburg and from Furth im Wald to the Austrian border. There are long, challenging mountain hikes as well as relaxing half-day excursions - all carefully described and richly illustrated, with detailed map sections and informative elevation profiles. This seventh edition has been completely revised and four new routes have been added.</p> <p