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Activities
The 'Vita Alpina' in Ruhpolding is a fantastic pool/leisure complex with indoor and outdoor pools, sunbathing lawns, children's play areas, water slides and saunas. Bikes can be hired locally and there is a large network of cycle paths - into the higher mountain areas, or cycle north towards Chiemsee following the flatter, gentle valley routes. There is a local bus service and from Ruhpolding the railway can take you further afield. Tickets are great value - at weekends up to 5 people can have unlimited rail travel for approx. £26 and children up to & incl. 14yrs travel free. As well as swimming, cycling and sight-seeing, there is loads more to see and do - fishing, a 9-hole golf course, mini-golf, tennis, bowling, concerts, folklore evenings, museums and much more.Away Days
Pre-bookable 'away days' from Ruhpolding
Salzburg (Mon) £14(extra charge for Hellbrunn Palace)
Chiemsee (Thurs) £14
(extra charge for return boat to island and castle entrance)
Munich, capital of Bavaria (Thurs) £20
Grossglockner (Wed) £27
Some entrances, tolls and optional extras are payable locally.
Infants who do not require a seat are FREE.
Festivals
There is always something going on in Ruhpolding with some fun summer festivals adding spice and colour to the town. A few of the highlights include:
Festival of the mountains 20/05-31/05
This traditional annual event is a feast for the eyes, ears and tastebuds. Bavarian folk music, dancing and traditional food.
Ruhpolding village festival 28/08
True Bavarian hospitality at its best, Ruhpolding comes alive with beer tents, delicious local speciality stalls and lively music.
St. George's ride and festival day 05/09
Every year on the first Sunday of September over 180 horses with decorated festive carriages parade the streets. There is live music, late night shopping and culinary delights.