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Furth im Wald
ℹ️Practical info — Furth im Wald
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💡 Tips
- Visit the Drachenhöhle (Dragon's Cave) to see "Fanny", the world's largest walking robot dragon used in the annual folk play.
- If you visit in August, book accommodation and tickets well in advance for the famous Drachenstich (Dragon Slaying) festival.
- The town sits right on the Czech border; a quick cross-border trip to Domažlice for a change of scenery and cheaper dining is highly recommended.
- The surrounding Bavarian Forest is hilly; renting an e-bike from a local shop makes exploring the beautiful trails much easier.
- The local Drachenmuseum (Dragon Museum) is to fully understand the town's mythical 500-year-old tradition.
🍽 Food
Enjoy dishes that blend local and Czech traditions, like roast pork with knedlíky (dumplings), at traditional border inns.
Taste the locally brewed beer, often playfully named after the town's dragon theme, in a pub near the town center.
Order a traditional cold board with smoked meats, regional cheeses, and pretzels at a local Gasthaus after a hike.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
The town center features several small shops selling unique, hand-crafted dragon-themed gifts and local memorabilia.
Look for beautiful traditional glasswork, a famous historical craft of the wider Bavarian Forest region, in local boutiques.
A beautiful reservoir just outside the town, first-rate for walking, bird watching, and relaxing by the water.
A tranquil small lake surrounded by dense forest, featuring a wildlife park and shaded walking paths.
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Situated directly on the Czech border in the Upper Palatinate region, this town is widely celebrated across Germany as the City of the Dragon. Every August, the streets transform for the Further Drachenstich, the countrys oldest folk play, which features Tradinno, a massive, high-tech walking dragon robot that holds a Guinness World Record. Beyond the annual spectacle, the Chamb river valley provides a serene backdrop for extensive cycling and hiking trails that cross seamlessly into neighboring Bohemia. The First German Dragon Museum in the town center delves into the cultural history of mythical reptiles worldwide. The central square is defined by robust burgher houses and a prominent town tower, offering clear views over the surrounding topographical depression known as the Drachenwinkel. Beneath the historic core lies a fascinating network of rock cellars, originally carved out for storing beer and later used as air-raid shelters. Local menus frequently blend hearty Bavarian staples with Bohemian culinary influences, meaning roast meats served with rich gravies and dumplings are a regional specialty. An unexpected bat exhibition in a former administrative building highlights the local focus on wildlife conservation alongside deep-rooted traditions.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Dragon Cave · City Tower · Landestor Museum
- Nearby: Waldmünchen (12 km)
- Population: ~8.998
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -2 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 13 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 63 | 47 | 52 | 44 | 78 | 84 | 86 | 87 | 60 | 56 | 57 | 63 |
Geography
Facts
- First documentary mention: 1086
- Weight of the dragon robot: 11 tons
- Length of the dragon: 15.5 meters
- Height of the city tower: 45 meters
- Area of Drachensee lake: 1.75 km²
- Distance to the Czech border: 3 km
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Sights in the town Furth im Wald (8)
Aussichtsturm Bayernwarte🗼 tower
An observation tower on the Dieberg mountain offering panoramic views of Furth im Wald and the Bavarian Forest.
Frequently asked questions
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