The Bavarian part of Šumava offers cross-country skiers a varied range of modified routes in a picturesque environment. Below is an overview of cross-country cross-country cross-country cross-country centres in the vicinity of Bavarian Ruda, including information about individual circuits, their length, cant, difficulty, fees, available parking lots with links to Mapy.cz and the possibilities of refreshments.



  • Running on the Bohemian Šumava - modified lines in the vicinity of the Bavarian Rudy - Brettenschachten, Scheiben
  • Running on the Bohemian Šumava - modified lines in the vicinity of the Bavarian Rudy - Brettenschachten, Scheiben
  • Running on the Bohemian Šumava - modified lines in the vicinity of the Bavarian Rudy - Brettenschachten, Scheiben
  • Running on the Bohemian Šumava - modified lines in the vicinity of the Bavarian Rudy - Brettenschachten, Scheiben
  • Running on the Bohemian Šumava - modified lines in the vicinity of the Bavarian Rudy - Brettenschachten, Scheiben


1. Bavarian-Czech Ski Centre (Bayerisch Eisenstein)

This centre is located in Bavarian Ruda and offers several cross-country cross-country cross-country skiing circuits of various challenges.

  • Circles:
    • Modrava circle: Length 5 km, height 50 m, easy to use.

    • Red circle: Length 10 km, height 150 m, medium difficulty.

    • Black Circuit: Length 15 km, height 300 m, high difficulty.

  • Fees: Free line entry.

  • Parking lot: Available at Bayerisch Eisenstein Station.

  • Refreshments:

    • Gasthof Bayerisch Häusl: Traditional Bavarian cuisine right by the track.

    • Café Eisenstein: A coffee shop with homemade desserts near the station.

2. Brettenschachten (Bodenmais)

This area is famous for its quality-adjusted routes and beautiful views.

  • Circles:

    • Arberblickloip: Length 12 km, height 200 m, medium difficulty.

    • Hochfallloip: Length 8 km, height 100 m, easy to use.

    • Auerhahnloip: Length 16 km, height 250 m, high difficulty.

  • Fees: Daily admission fee 5 €.

  • Parking lot: Parking at the entrance to the Brettenschachten complex. Fee 8 €.

  • Refreshments:

    • Jausenstation Schönebene: Mountain cottage with regional specialties right on the route.

    • Café Adam: Family cafe overlooking the mountains.



3. Lohberg-Scheiben

Located approximately 12 km from Iron Rudy and is ideal for families with children thanks to less demanding routes.

  • Circles:

    • Yellow circle: Length 2 km, easy to use.

    • Modrava difficulty circuit: Length 7 km, medium difficulty.

    • Green Circuit: Length 5 km, hilly terrain, high difficulty.

  • Fees: Free line entry.

  • Parking lot: Available at the Scheiben complex. Fee about 5-8 €.

  • Refreshments:

    • Gasthof Scheiben: Restaurant with traditional Bavarian cuisine right by the track.

    • Bergasthof Mooshütte: Mountain cabin with home specialties.



4. Zwieslerwaldhaus

This area offers peaceful routes in the heart of the Bavarian Lesná.

  • Circles:

    • Lesná circuit: Length 5 km, 80 m high, easy to use.

    • Mountain Circuit: Length 10 km, height 200 m, medium difficulty.

  • Fees: Free line entry.

  • Parking lot: Parking lot at the entrance to the Zwieslerwaldhaus area.

  • Refreshments:

    • Waldhausstüberl: Traditional pub with local dishes.

    • Café Waldhaus: Coffee shop with homemade cakes and coffee.


5. Rabenstein near Zwiesel

The Rabenstein Cross-country Centre, located near the town of Zwiesel, is known for its quality-adjusted routes in the picturesque environment of the Bavarian Lesná.

  • Circles:

    • Kaisersteigloipe 1: Length 6 km, height approximately 150 m, medium difficulty.

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    • Kaisersteigloipe 2: Length 14 km, height approximately 220 m, medium difficulty.

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    • Bayerwaldloip Rabenstein - Zwiesel: Length 5 km, cant 349 m, medium difficulty.

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  • Fees: Free line entry.

  • Parking lot: Kaisersteig parking lot in Rabenstein. Fee about €5-8.

  • Refreshments:

    • Gasthof Rabenstein: Traditional Bavarian restaurant located near the routes.

    • Café Rabensteiner: Coffee shop with homemade cakes and hot drinks for refreshments during a ski trip.

This centre is ideal for cross-country skiers looking for quiet routes with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.


Tips for accommodation in Železná Ruda:

  1. Here are five tips on accommodation in the vicinity of Iron Rudy:

    1. Apartments Fischer
      • Description: The apartments are located in a quiet part of the Iron Rudy overlooking the ridge of Šumava. They offer equipped kitchenettes, Wi-Fi connection and parking on their own property. The ski slope is only 100 metres away.

      • Address: Armored 209, 340 04 Železná Ruda

      • Contact: +420 724 368 900, fischer.jar@seznam.cz

      • Web: sumava.net / aparthmanyfischer

    2. Hotel Belvedér
      • Description: The hotel is located in a quiet part of the Iron Rudy, far from the city's bustle. It offers comfortable accommodation with dining facilities.

      • Address: Železná Ruda

      • Web: hotelypenziony.cz/hotel-belveder-zelezna-ruda

    3. Pension Alpine House
      • Description: The guest house is located in a nice residential area on the edge of Železné Ruda. The nearest slope of Samota is only 250 metres away.

      • Address: To the Solitude 447, 340 04 Iron Ruda

      • Contact: +420 724 048 748, info@alpskydum.cz

      • Web: alpskydum.cz

    4. Hotel Gradl
      • Description: The hotel offers accommodation in a quiet part of Železné Ruda with wellness services and restaurants.

      • Address: Železná Ruda

      • Web: holidaycheck.de / hotel-gradl

    5. Accommodation near Lehecky
    6. Magnetit Hotel Šumava
      • Description: This four-star hotel is located in Železná Ruda and offers modern accommodation with a restaurant, bar and wellness centre with sauna. Some rooms have a balcony overlooking the city.

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      • Address: Klatovy 129, 340 04 Iron Ruda

      • Contact: +420 608 717 888, Your emails

      • Web: magnetithotel.cz

    These accommodation facilities offer various options for visitors to Iron Rudy, whether you are looking for an apartment with self-catering or a hotel with restaurant and wellness services.