Discover Bad Neualbenreuth in the Upper Palatinate Forest

Spa in the Upper Palatinate Forest - Bad Neualbenreuth

Bad Neualbenreuth in the Upper Palatinate Forest in the north of Bayern is proud. The place is older. His status as a spa, however, he received only in November 2019, a few weeks after our visit to this village in the northern Upper Palatinate. What makes this place so special, we present to you in this post.

 

 

We had never heard of this place before our trip. When we received an invitation to Neualbenreuth, we had to look up where Neualbenreuth was. The market is about a twenty-minute drive from Tirschenreuth, not far from the Czech border.

A remote place. Quiet. Surrounded by agricultural landscapes and dense forests. In a basin over which the "Bohemian" wind blows year-round. That's what they call the wind here, which often brings cold weather from the east. The air is like champagne. It's sparkling.

It's a harsh landscape. We are in Autumn in Neualbenreuth. Some flowers left over from late summer are still blooming. The last of the year. The mustard blossoms are turning some fields yellow. In others, potatoes await their harvest.

The forests, however, are already wearing their autumnal garments. At the slightest breeze, the leaves tumble to the ground as if dancing with the elements. There they form a bed of fallen leaves beneath which the mushrooms disappear in the fall. On our journey, we encounter people out in the woods looking for mushrooms. Their baskets are brimming with chanterelles, porcini mushrooms, and chanterelles. They are harbingers of the gourmet tour that awaits us the next day.

 

 

The Sibyllenbad

The main attraction in Bad Neualbenreuth is the Sibyllenbad. This owes its existence to a carbonated and a radon source. The Sibyllenbad has a sauna area, where you can relax after a trip to the region. Of course you can also spend a whole day in the wellness facilities, the saunas and the Turkish hammam. The offer is large and so varied that you can spend one or more days well with relaxation, deceleration and well-being treatments.

 

 

In addition to the wellness department, the Sibyllenbad in Bad Neualbenreuth offers medical spa treatments, which have a soothing effect on patients with rheumatic or spinal disorders. In order to develop their healing effect, the treatments must be carried out over a longer period of time.

 

 

Relax in the hammam

We like the Turkish Hamam best. As in 1001 night you can indulge yourself there and sweat. Marina is already a day earlier in Bad Neualbenreuth and experiences a stay in the Hamam. She describes how such a oriental bathing ceremony in detail. Let's take a quick look inside.

Hot steam wafts toward us. Each sweat room is a few degrees warmer than the previous one. Between each session, you rest in the central anteroom for at least as long as you sweated before. At the end, you can recover with a cup of tea in the relaxation room. You should plan at least an hour for a hammam ceremony. More if you want to add a massage and a rest period.

 

 

Bad Neualbenreuth

The town of Bad Neualbenreuth is small, with only 1400 residents. However, it has spruced itself up nicely. The half-timbered houses in the town center have been restored. One houses the tourist information office. Next door, the Egerländer Fachwerkhof offers a café and vacation apartments.

Farms in the Egerländer style

Just outside the town center, on Turmstrasse, stands the Sengerhof. It's a fine example of the Egerland style of architecture. Four-sided farmsteads like this one provided a home for both livestock and people within a single building complex. They were accessible through a gate.

In the courtyard was the dung heap. The larger this was, the richer the farmer. Because only livestock produces dung. And the more dung there was in the stable, the larger the heap in his yard. Another sign of farmer's prosperity was the dovecote. This, too, was located in the inner courtyard of a four-sided farmyard.

 

 

Today, livestock is mostly absent. At most, a few show goats entertain the guests, for whom rooms or vacation apartments are available. The Kesslsimerhof and the Frank'n Hof on the outskirts of Bad Neualbenreuth have been beautifully restored. The Frank'n Hof even offers an overnight stay on the farm with a spa treatment.

 

 

Baroque in St. Laurentius Church

The steeple of St. Laurentius Church towers above the village. This baroque church dates back to the 18th century. Inside, the coat of arms of the town of Eger testifies to the fact that Neualbenreuth once belonged to Eger. It was only through the Treaty of Vienna that Neualbenreuth became part of Bavaria. In general, the proximity to neighboring Czechia is strongly felt in the town and its surroundings. The Egerland region is therefore a region where people from both countries live.

 

 

What to do around Bad Neualbenreuth

The hilly landscape around Bad Neualbenreuth is ideal for hiking, cycling, and simply enjoying the scenery. The hills gently rise up to the ridges of the Upper Palatinate Forest. You can conquer them on foot, by mountain bike, or e-bike. You can rent bikes from the tourist information office.

Alternatively, you can also take a tour by car. We particularly liked the picnic areas located in scenic spots around the area. This way, you can pack your lunch in your backpack and enjoy it at viewpoints along the way. Beautiful views included. A selection of hikes in the area around Neualbenreuth and in the Fichtelgebirge here.

 

 

 

For long-distance hikers and cyclists we have a very special and inexpensive overnight stay tip. At the campsite Platzermühle on the outskirts of Bad Neualbenreuth you can stay very reasonably priced in a developed wine barrel. There is space for a large double bed, two benches and a picnic table. There are sanitary facilities in the main house of the campsite.

 

 

Excursion destinations in the vicinity

It's not just the natural surroundings that make Bad Neualbenreuth so inviting. There's also plenty to see. For example, the chapel "Die Kleine Kappl" (The Little Chapel) is worth a visit. It can be seen from the Sibyllenbad (Sibyllen Baths) and is a true curiosity. In addition to its baroque interior, the neighboring inn also tempts visitors with a delicious snack. It's the perfect destination for a stroll or an afternoon of pure enjoyment.

Another excursion we recommend is the Grenzlandturm (Grenzland Tower). This is a tower that the people of the Cheb region built near the Czech border. From there, they could look across to their homeland during the Iron Curtain era. Today, the tower serves as a good vantage point for the Bad Neualbenreuth area. In the café and restaurant, you can also combine the view with culinary delights.

 

 

Highlights in the region

While we can't show you any photos of the highlights in the wider area of ​​the Upper Palatinate Forest, they are so well-known that we definitely recommend them. It's only a quarter of an hour by car to Waldsassen, where the Baroque abbey basilica and the Cistercian library are well worth a visit. A few minutes longer is the drive to Kappl pilgrimage church, which, with its striking exterior, offers a great photo opportunity.

 

 

On the Czech side are the spa baths of Marienbad (approx. 40 min), Carlsbad (approx. 50 min.) and Franzensbad (approx. 30 min.) are worthwhile destinations. The town of Eger, the Czech name of Cheb, is also worth a visit as the former administrative center of the Neualbenreuth region. You can reach it by car in just under half an hour.

 

 

Eating well in and around Bad Neualbenreuth

What would a place dedicated to well-being be without good food? Uninteresting, right? In Bad Neualbenreuth, that's not a problem. There are nineteen restaurants and cafés in and around the market town. So you could eat at a different restaurant every day for more than two weeks.

The village has also taken this to heart. It offers guests who book half-board the opportunity to have lunch or dinner at a different restaurant every day. All you need to do is make a reservation. Then you can feast on the delicacies conjured up by the Neualbenreuth innkeepers.

 

 

The selection is impressive. From down-to-earth regional cuisine with liverwurst sandwiches or a snack plate with smoked ham and smoked meats, to Upper Palatinate and Egerland specialties, to French tarte flambée and gourmet cuisine, all prepared by a chef who trained under Schuhbeck. All of this can be found in the culinary offerings of Bad Neualbenreuth and the surrounding area.

Coffee and cake are also available for afternoon tea during your stroll. You just need time to sample all these delicacies. You can get a list of restaurants and cafés in and around Bad Neualbenreuth from the tourist information office and your chosen accommodation.

 

 

 

Conclusion: Bad Neualbenreuth in the Upper Palatinate Forest - destination for peace-seeking connoisseurs

Anyone seeking relaxation and tranquility will definitely feel at home in Bad Neualbenreuth and the Sibyllenbad spa. Enjoy the tranquility on walks and bike rides. Dine in the inns, cafés, and Zoigl taverns, and sample the local beer. Visit nearby excursion destinations.

Simply slow down for a few days away from the hustle and bustle. Experience a digital detox, because Wi-Fi is a problem here. That's what Bad Neualbenreuth in the Upper Palatinate Forest promises. However, you won't find the hustle and bustle of large spa towns here. Bad Neualbenreuth is enticed by tranquility, nature, and hospitable people.

 

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Travel Arrangements:

Parking at the airport

Here you can reserve your parking space at the airport.

Arrival:

The nearest airport is Nuremberg. By car, you can then reach Bad Neualbenreuth via the A93 to Mitterteich. From there, the town is signposted. You can also reach it by train. In this case, you travel to Marktredwitz. From there, a taxi will take you there. Baxi to Bad Neualbenreuth.

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Source Bad Neualbenreuth in the Upper Palatinate Forest: own research on site. We would definitely like to thank Bad Neualbenreuth for the invitation. However, as always, our opinions remain our own.

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