Zwiesel

Zwiesel sits at the meeting point of the Großer and Kleiner Regen rivers, surrounded by mountains of the Bavarian Forest at 750 meters (2460 feet) elevation. The municipality operates several public facilities and administers an area that includes forested slopes and settlement areas on the valley floor.

The settlement was first documented in 1255 as a village with a wooden chapel and received market rights in 1313. During the late Middle Ages, it developed into a hub for trade routes that passed through the Bavarian Forest.

The Glass Museum presents the evolution of glassmaking techniques and displays collections of historical objects from local production facilities. Visitors can trace how the craft passed through generations and understand its significance for the economy and daily life of residents.

The two ski areas, Rabenstein and Glasberg, offer multiple slopes suitable for different skill levels throughout the winter season. Visitors should check weather conditions before traveling, as snow coverage in the mountains can vary.

A glass pyramid built from thousands of wine glasses stands in the town center, symbolizing centuries of local glass production. The structure was designed by a regional glassmaker and attracts photographers and visitors who observe the interplay of light and material.

Location: Regen

Elevation above the sea: 575 m

Shares border with: Lindberg, Bayerisch Eisenstein, Bodenmais, Langdorf, Regen, Rinchnach, Frauenau

Website: http://zwiesel.de

GPS coordinates: 49.01303,13.23076

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:44