Habischried – Hiking and Cycling at Geißkopf

Habischried is a district within the broader Bischofsmais destination. When planning a trip, the landscapes around Geißkopf and Oberbreitenau, along with several hiking and cycling routes, are the main focus. Habischried also has a moor-water Kneipp facility; the spa park and Baderhaus are additional attractions in the broader Bischofsmais destination.

Geißkopf and Oberbreitenau as a landscape area

The recreation area around Geißkopf and Oberbreitenau lies between the main village of Bischofsmais and the district of Habischried. Its features include the Unterbreitenau ski area, the ruins of an abandoned settlement, and a raised bog. Nature and traces of settlement history come together here: visitors interested in the landscape will also find a link to the history of the abandoned settlement. An observation tower at the mountain station offers views across the border mountains of the Bavarian Forest.

Hikes with different points of interest

A circular hike from Habischried starts and ends at the Geißkopf ski area. It also includes the observation tower on Geißkopf, which offers panoramic views stretching from Arber to the Alps. The route description, dated April 2020, notes that changes may have been made, so check the current route before setting off.

On Route No. 1, “Bischofsmais – Teufelstisch – Habischried Loop,” the return leg passes through Habischried. This distinguishes it from the circular hike that starts and ends at the Geißkopf ski area: Habischried is part of the return leg on one route, while the ski area is named as the starting point and destination on the other. On the “Habischried Tour,” a flat section of trail leads to Habischried.

Cycling on forest roads

A cycling tour described in the 2025 municipal hiking brochure passes through Habischried and Unterbreitenau on the return journey to Bischofsmais, and goes by the valley station of the Geißkopf cable car. The brochure describes the tour as family-friendly. It notes wide, well-maintained forest roads and little asphalt as features of the route. This gives the cycling tour a different character from the hiking routes, where the observation tower, the return leg, and a flat section are important points of reference.

Practical information for your stay

Local information lists daily bus services from Habischried to Regen and Deggendorf. Check the current timetable before departure. The moor-water Kneipp facility in Habischried is free to use; check whether it is currently open before visiting.

More destinations in the broader Bischofsmais destination

The Bischofsmais spa park includes a viewpoint and tobogganing hill. A 35-tonne rocking stone sits at its summit. Two rooms in the Baderhaus are dedicated to Max Peinkofer, a local writer from Bischofsmais, and his brother-in-law, Augsburg Bishop Dr. Joseph Freundorfer. A permanent nativity scene exhibition is located on the ground floor. Events at the Baderhaus include music, readings, and art and photography exhibitions; check the latest flyer for specific dates.

When choosing a hotel in Habischried, you can first sort your plans according to the destinations that matter to you, such as a hike on Geißkopf, the cycling tour described here, or cultural attractions in Bischofsmais. Then compare the specific details for each hotel.

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Go to the broader travel overview: Bischofsmais.