Winter is the least appreciated season and most people are happy when spring finally arrives again and the temperatures get warmer. But winter also has its beautiful sides — especially in the mountains. What is the winter holidaymaker looking for who does not escape winter and flies far away?

For many, winter holidays involve skiing and snowboarding, but according to recent studies on winter holidays, this is no longer the primary travel motive.

Winter atmosphere is the magic word

For many people, winter holidays are a highly attractive and tempting type of vacation, and the winter atmosphere plays a central role in this. It's about escaping the gloomy winter atmosphere and feeling real winter. Cold, snow and mountains are experienced as attractive and this is the central strength of winter holidays. Snow is extremely important for the winter atmosphere and as a multiplier of light, but when there is no snow, other elements must provide a winter atmosphere. Here, comfort, slowness and enjoyment come to the fore.

Who doesn't dream about the words “fireplace”, “mulled wine”, “cottage evening”, “sauna”, “cuddling under the blanket” and automatically associates this with winter?

Winter fun in the mountains

Enjoying winter doesn't necessarily mean skiing or snowboarding and taking one rapid descent after another — even though this is of course a lot of fun for winter sports enthusiasts and they can hardly wait for winter.

More and more winter holidaymakers are coming to the mountains to relax and slow down. The focus here is on wellness. Recharge your batteries with a massage, a healthy sweat in the sauna and take a leisurely walk in the fresh air. In addition, enjoy the view of the snow-covered mountain peaks. End the day comfortably with a good meal and a drink in front of the sparkling fireplace.

But it doesn't just have to be cozy. The range of sports on offer is varied: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, day and night ski tours, overnight stays in an igloo on the mountain summit or even sledding. Especially when snowshoeing, on a ski tour or a simple winter walk, the experience of nature is once again particularly great. Even if it's just taking the cable car up to Germany's highest peak, the Zugspitze, sitting on the alpine hut terrace in the winter sun, enjoying the sun's rays on your skin, taking in the views of the numerous mountain peaks and enjoying a glass of mulled wine. Winter holidays can be so wonderful!

Studies have also shown that exercise outside in fresh winter air hardens and protects against winter depression — one more reason to enjoy winter to the fullest.

Conclusion — winter holidays are varied and suitable for everyone

During a winter holiday, you can really relax and unwind. Here, in the middle of the German Alps, a winter holiday is a special experience. Snow-capped peaks, frozen lakes, a natural paradise that is second to none. At the Hotel am Badersee, with its unique lakeside location, surrounded by snow-covered trees and mountain peaks, you will find a place of peace and relaxation. Sauna with a view of the Zugspitze, fireplace at the bar and Bavarian hospitality. And if you want to be active in winter, you have the choice: skiing & snowboarding, cross-country skiing, hiking trails, ski tours, snowshoeing, tobogganing and much more.

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