Grafenau is a small tourist town surrounded by the Bavarian Forest, in a picturesque, mountainous area. A lot of historical buildings have been preserved in it, and the areas around the city are perfect for hiking.
The town is the seat of the Bavarian Forest National Park. Its trails lead through scenic meadows and beautiful forests, in a mountainous area, encourage hiking.
The attractions of Grafenau attract tourists both in summer and winter. In addition to a dense network of hiking and biking trails, there is a golf course and a summer toboggan run. In winter, you can go cross-country skiing and take advantage of the offer of a small ski resort.
In the city center, in a historic building from the 18th century, there is a municipal museum with a large collection of traditional furniture and home furnishings. There is also a Snuff Museum with collections showing the traditions of its consumption in the region.
