Bad Kohlgrub spa
Host
Welcome to the Bad Kohlgrub spa in the Werdenfelser Land at 900 metres above sea level. In summer and winter alike, our hotel is the ideal place for an unforgettable relaxing holiday for your body and mind. As your host, we are happy to provide you with our know-how so you can choose how you want to spend your time out. You can easily reach a number of idyllic locations on short walks or by bike.
In keeping with the holistic concept in our hotel, we are happy to advise you on appropriate treatments. For centuries, the valuable essential oils from the mountain pine moors have been appreciated for their healing and highly effective properties for skin and joint problems as well as physical diseases. You will also find a brochure on meditation paths in the hotel’s information and map material.
Versatile holiday region
Active host
Enjoy the unspoilt nature of our area. As an active host, we always make sure that your stay with us is unforgettable. The beauty of the cycling and walking paths, pistes and cross-country skiing trails is unsurpassed. Many places where you can enjoy being active are located close by to our spa hotel in Bad Kohlgrub. We have suitable rooms for drying and safely storing your sports equipment such as mountain bikes or skis. You can enjoy these and many other benefits as a guest of Kurbad & Landhaus Siass:
Top-class walking routes, cycling paths and cross-country skiing trails in the immediate vicinity.
We offer storing, cleaning and drying options for your sports equipment.
Comprehensive walking, cycling and cross-country maps are available to view in the hotel or can be borrowed for your activities
We know our way around! Ask us for tips on individual walking, cycling or cross-country offers.
We display the weather and snow forecasts for the region every day.
The Königscard provides many free-of-charge services such as bathing and the mountain railways in the Allgäu, Tyrol and Upper Bavaria.
If required and for an additional charge, we can provide you with a sumptuous packed lunch for your activities (please let us know one day in advance).
Whether you want to go on a family walk, a cycling tour or a mountain hike, the route planner in the Ammergau Alps knows the way. Print out your favourite route or download GPS-Tracks.
In the “Best of Hiking” test centre you can hire walking clothing and equipment free of charge.
Enjoy your active time!
Blooming alpine meadows
Summer activities
You can enjoy walks through the soft green meadows even in spring. If you look closely, you will discover plenty of protected wild flowers such as gentian and lady’s slipper. We would be happy to tell you where you can find these special flowers. The Alpine Coaster on Kolbensattel Oberammergau (15 km) is a great family experience. The bike park that is also located there is a pleasure for downhill experts.
The crystal-clear lakes and open-air swimming pools in the area are an ideal place to swim and relax. Golfers can indulge their hobby at the “Gsteig” course in Lechbruck am See (24 km), Bernbeuren (29 km), Roßhaupten (33 km) and Oberau (23 km). Breath-taking views and challenges for every sporting level await you during Nordic walking. But that’s not all!
Follow the Ammergau Alps meditation path to go on a fascinating journey to yourself. The 87-kilometre-long path leads to 15 varied stations, from world-famous buildings to solitary chapels and unique natural monuments. Experience every step as part of an unforgettable pilgrim journey that will enrich your soul and leave lasting impressions.
Climbing tours, alpine summit tours or via ferrata, the Werdenfelser Land has plenty to suit all requirements. Popular peaks such as the Daniel, the Kofel or the Ettaler Manndl are challenging for more experienced mountain climbers.
Discover nature during a gentle type of sport and breathe deeply as you wander through nature along well-signposted routes. Several Nordic walking trails take you on informative trips and include an alpine panorama.
Whether you prefer a relaxed cycle ride on flat routes or challenging mountain roads, the Werdenfelser Land has something to offer any cyclist. Plenty of rental opportunities and the incomparable landscape make the surrounding area a paradise for cyclists.
The bathing lakes such as Bayersoier See (5 km) or Staffelsee (12 km) are loved by young and old for cooling off in the summertime. Enjoy the refreshing water and the wonderful mountain backdrop on a walk or bike ride along the banks.
Our suggestions are only the beginning. The Werdenfelser Land has plenty of other attractions to offer. Whether you prefer boat trips, paragliding or a ride on the historic Zugspitzbahn railway – there’s something here to suit everyone. The summer is a great time to enjoy the variety and beauty offered by the region.
Snow, fun & nature
Winter activities
You can the reach the top of our local mountain, the Hörnle, by taking the cable railway. With around 6 km of runs, it is a small yet family-friendly ski resort. The ski tow on the Tannerbankerl is especially good for learning to ski. Cross-country skiers and tobogganists will enjoy the 4.5 km long toboggan run. Cross-country skiing is also especially rated among visitors to Bad Kohlgrub during the winter.
In winter, the mountains turn into a paradise for skiers and tour hikers. On the best-prepared pistes in the surrounding ski resorts and in the expanses of the Ammergau Alps there are plenty of opportunities to spend some unforgettable days skiing and going on ski tours.
Gliding along the perfectly prepared 40 km cross-country ski trails in the surrounding area through snowy landscape is an unforgettable experience. Whether you are a beginner or professional, you will find the right route and enjoy the unspoilt nature.
Experience the unspoilt beauty of winder on winter walks. On foot or ski, you will enjoy the wonderful landscape and gather new strength. Whether on a gentle walk or a challenging tour, we will find the ideal winter hiking trail for you.
Places worth seeing
Destinations
Discover the beauty of the Werdenfelser Land on a trip to one of the many tourist attractions.
Magnificent castles and picturesque villages against the backdrop of the Alps create memories that you will cherish forever.
Ettal Abbey is an impressive baroque building with an opulent interior design. Visitors can view the abbey, sample the famous Ettaler beer and buy regional products in the shop.
Oberammergau is a charming Bavarian village, known for its breath-taking landscape, cultural traditions and the world-famous Passion Play. Take a day out to discover the colourful paintings in the town's historic streets.
Situated in the middle of the majestic Bavarian Alps, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a travel destination for inveterate mountain sports enthusiasts. It is known for its breath-taking countryside, rich culture, numerous outdoor activities and sporting events such as the FIS Ski World Cup or the Four Hills Tournament.
Murnau am Staffelsee has a rich history and a picturesque town centre. The municipality is also known for its art history, especially as the former location of the group calling themselves “The Blue Rider”. Murnau is also just 15 minutes away from the Kurbad und Landhaus Siass.
Kochel am See is a picturesque village on the shores of the lake with the same name. Surrounded by impressive mountains and green forests, it is a centre of attraction for those looking to relax as well as walkers, bathers and anglers.
The impressive Benediktbeuern Abbey has been right in the middle of the Bavarian alpine uplands since the 8th century. As well as guided tours, the abbey also offers well-kept gardens and its own small brewery where you can stop after your visit.
Bad Tölz, the spa town at the source of the river Isar is known for its picturesque alleyways, traditional craft shops and relaxing oases of wellness. Visitors stroll through the alpine promenade, walk through the Isarwinkel, or relax in the Kristall thermal spa.
The Wieskirche is one of the best-known rococo churches in the world and its opulent interior and picturesque location in the Upper Bavarian landscape are impressive. It has been a UNESCO world heritage site since 1983 and attracts visitors from all over the world.
Füssen im Ostallgäu is a romantic town right next to the castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. Its wonderful old town offers a wealth of cultural and historical attractions.
The Bavarian royal palaces of Ludwig II. are an impressive testimony to 19th century romantic architecture. The opulent rooms and surrounding parks offer an unforgettable experience for culture enthusiasts.
The Kolbensattel near Oberammergau offers fantastic views of the surrounding mountains and the Ammer Valley. In summer, people come here to hike, enjoy the summer toboggan run or the bike park, while in winter they are drawn to the ski resort’s pistes.
Your holiday your way
Königscard
Culture, sport, wellness and relaxation – the KönigsCard gives you free access to over 200 attractions in Ammergau, Ostallgäu, the Liftverbund Vitales Land and the Reutte/Tyrol natural park region. You can obtain your personal KönigsCard when you arrive and use it throughout your stay. Valid from 12.00 a.m. on your day of arrival until 12.00 a.m. on your day of departure, this card is your key to an unforgettable holiday full of discoveries and experiences. Whether you are a culture expert, a sporting ace, a wellness enthusiast or a couple with kids, there’s something here for everyone!
Mountain railways (Hörnlebahn, Kolben, Laber, Wank)
Thermal spas/spas: family and experience spa Plantsch, Kristall Therme Kochel am See
Museums (reptile house, Glentleiten open-air museum, Franz Marc Museum)
Leisure facilities (mini golf, bicycle hire, fitness club)
Nature and family experiences (ropes course in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Partnach Gorge)
Sport and hiking events (guided herbal walks)
Free travel with bus and train in the Ammergau Alps Natural Park, The Blue Land and on all RBA and RVA lines in the Allgäu Mobil Verbund.
E-car sharing (e-car hire 3 hours including 60 km)
