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The Ammergau Alps Blog

Welcome to the Ammergau Alps Blog – your contact point for insights into the diverse world of the Ammergau Alps Nature Park!

 

Immerse yourself in our articles on the topics of being active in summer and winter, culture, health, family and nature parks, written by experts from our team. Here you can find out insider tips, the latest trends and inspiring stories about the region. Whether you are a nature lover or culture fan, sports enthusiast or health-conscious - the Ammergauer Alpen Blog accompanies you on a journey of discovery through the nature park.

We invite you to explore the treasures of the Ammergau Alps with us and be inspired by the uniqueness of the nature park! 

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Red deer in the forest
© Tobias Gerber

The struggle for survival of animals in winter in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park

  • Nature Park

The Ammergau Alps Nature Park, with its diverse habitats of meadows, forests, moors, rivers, and mountains, boasts a rich fauna. The last issue described the park's animals in summer. Now…

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Illustration of a red deer, wart-biter, common noctule bat, large blue butterfly, and alpine salamander. To the left is a trophy inscribed with "Animals of the Year 2026".
© Ammergau Alps Nature Park

Animals of the Year 2026 – Special ambassadors of nature in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park

  • Nature Park

Every year, conservation organizations like NABU select specific species as the "Animals of the Year." The aim of these awards is to raise awareness of endangered species and, at the same time…

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Oberammergau in winter

Festive diversity: Christmas markets and Christmas markets in the Ammergau Alps

  • Culture

The Ammergau Alps Nature Park, with its unique nature and picturesque villages, not only offers a wonderful stay in summer, but also enchants at Christmas time with…

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Florian Lang stands in the exhibition and proudly talks about the art of wood carving since 1775.
© Anja Lieberherr

Wood carving since 1775 - 250 years of "Georg Lang sel. Erben"

  • Culture

Oberammergau is considered one of the most important centers of religious woodcarving in Europe. As early as the 16th century, local craftsmen began to create artistic figures and…

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A house overlooking the mountains with an autumnal atmosphere can be seen.
© Michael Meusburger

Nature park hosts in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park

  • Nature Park

Hospitality with responsibility for climate, environment and nature

In southern Bavaria, between Munich, Innsbruck, and Neuschwanstein Castle, lies the Ammergau Alps Nature Park. Anyone traveling here…

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