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Zwiesel
ℹ️Practical info — Zwiesel
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Marvel at the crystal pyramid in front of the Schott factory, made of over 93,000 crystal glasses.
- Join a guided tour through the 'Zwieseler Untergrund', a labyrinth of historic underground cellars.
- If staying overnight, use the 'Guti' ticket for free travel on regional buses and the forest railway.
- Visit one of the glassworks to watch glassblowers performing their traditional craft.
- Park for free at the railway station or use central parking lots near the parish church.
🍽 Food
A top-fermented local beer, best enjoyed directly at the brewery's own restaurant.
This hearty stew is a regional tradition; look for it in authentic Bavarian inns.
A strong regional herbal spirit, well-suited as a digestif after a typical Bavarian platter.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Factory outlets and small studios offer everything from drinking glasses to art objects.
Look for authentic honey from the Bavarian Forest at the weekly market.
An extensive park along the river, handy for relaxed strolls.
A smaller, quiet park with shady spots and views over the town.
Water temperature…
Zwiesel is situated at the confluence of the Großer and Kleiner Regen rivers in the heart of the Bavarian Forest. Officially designated as the 'Glass City' in 2004, its identity has been defined by over 600 years of glass manufacturing and refinement. A major landmark is the crystal glass pyramid, constructed from 93,665 wine glasses, standing over 8 meters tall. The town is a state-recognized climatic health resort, serving as a gateway to the Bavarian Forest National Park. It attracts visitors for hiking, mountain biking, and skiing. Architectural highlights include the St. Nikolaus Parish Church, often referred to as the 'Cathedral of the Bavarian Forest' due to its impressive red-brick Neoclassical structure. Economically, the town is anchored by major employers like Zwiesel Kristallglas AG, alongside traditional craft studios. Another significant attraction is the system of historic underground tunnels, which provided storage and refuge during the Middle Ages. The local culture is celebrated during the annual Grenzlandfest, a major folk festival showcasing Lower Bavarian customs and hospitality.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Crystal Glass Pyramid · Zwiesel Forest Museum · Theresienthal Glassworks
- Nearby: Regen (9 km)
- Population: ~8.978
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 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 13 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 78 | 58 | 64 | 49 | 89 | 99 | 97 | 100 | 68 | 64 | 63 | 73 |
Geography
Facts
- Glassmaking tradition since: approx. 1421
- Number of glasses in the pyramid: 93,665
- Height of the crystal pyramid: 8.06 meters
- Tower height of St. Nikolaus: 86 meters
- Total city area: 41.14 km²
- Elevation above sea level: 575 meters
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Sights in the town Zwiesel (10)
Bauernhausmuseum Lindberg🏛 museum
Open-air museum showcasing historical farmhouses from the Bavarian Forest region.
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