Holidays in Ruhpolding
with dog

Experience your next Alpine adventure in our dog-friendly hotel in Ruhpolding in Chiemgau. The region offers numerous hiking routes and excursion destinations that you can discover together with your dog on holiday.

Information for
dog owners

Dogs are very welcome at aja Ruhpolding! Please let us know when you make your reservation that you are bringing your dog with you so that we can prepare your stay accordingly. There is a surcharge of €25 per dog per night. One dog is allowed per room. We are happy to provide a dog blanket and a dog bowl for your four-legged friend. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the restaurant, bar and spa area.

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Activities with a dog
in Ruhpolding

A stone in a meadow with a group of houses in the background.

Travelling with a dog in Chiemgau

Golfers can take their dog with them to the golf course right next to our hotel. Dogs are allowed on the course, as well as on the Adventure Golf Park. Dogs are also allowed to visit the Ruhpolding leisure park. Dogs are also welcome on a short lead at the Holzknechtmuseum Ruhpolding. Admission for four-legged friends is free. The open-air museum provides information about the life and work of lumberjacks.

Mountain trip with dog

These cable cars in Chiemgau also take dogs:

- Jennerbahn am Königssee
- Predigtstuhlbahn Bad ReichenhallPredigtstuhlbahn Bad Reichenhall
-Kampenwandbahn cable car
-Wendelsteinbahn cable car
-Gondola lift Steinplatte Waidring

Hiking with a dog
in Ruhpolding

A man and a woman walk in a field with mountains in the background.

Kneipp path

The Kneipp circular trail starts at the Egglbrücke bridge near St John's Evangelical Church and leads along the old railway embankment on the banks of the Traun river through the picturesque Miesenbach valley towards Zell. During your hike, you will pass various Kneipp stations dedicated to the principles of water treatments, herbalism, lifestyle, nutrition and exercise.

Distance: 5.2 km | Duration: 1:25 h

Hike over the Unternberg

The Unternberg is the local and leisure mountain in Ruhpolding. The starting point of the hike is the Chiemgau Arena. From there, you walk along the stream and through shady mountain forest via the Brander Alm to the Simandlmais Alm. From the summit of the mountain, the route leads via the Unternberg Alm and the Boider Alm back down into the valley. The destination is the Unternbergbahn valley station - from there you can take the bus back to the centre or continue on foot.

Distance: 12.6 km | Duration: 5:00 h

Rauschberg and strings

This scenic circular hike to two peaks impresses with its beautiful paths and trails as well as the views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Chiemsee. Both you and your dog should be sure-footed and in good physical condition . From Schmelz (municipality of Inzell), take the Salzalpensteig and the beautiful Knappensteig up towards Streicher. From Hinterer Rauschberg you hike back to the car park.

Distance: 14.1 km | Duration: 5:30 h

aja Hotel Ruhpolding with dog

After an eventful day in the great outdoors, pure relaxation awaits at the aja Ruhpolding. Your room is perfectly equipped for you and your dog to relax. Walking and hiking trails start right outside the door, and the town centre is just a few minutes' walk away.

Dogs welcome (25 € / night)

Comfortable double rooms and suites, some with balcony and mountain view

Heated outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Chiemgau Alps

Beer garden with Bavarian cosiness

Spacious aja SPA with sauna and bathing world

Golf course and cross-country ski trail right in front of the hotel

GreenSign certified (Level 4) for sustainable holidays

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Frequently asked questions about
Holidays with dogs in Ruhpolding

Is my dog welcome at aja Ruhpolding and how much does it cost to stay overnight?

Of course! We look forward to welcoming you and your animal companion. The surcharge for your dog is €25.00 per night (without food). We will prepare everything for you and provide a dog blanket and a bowl directly in your room.

Can my dog accompany me everywhere in the hotel?

Your dog may accompany you in many areas of the hotel. However, we ask for your understanding that four-legged friends are not permitted in the restaurant, bar and the entire spa area. You can of course make yourselves comfortable together in the lobby and in your room.

Which hiking trails are particularly suitable for a tour with a dog?

Ruhpolding is a paradise for hikers with dogs. Here are three great routes for you:

Kneipp Trail: A relaxed circular route (5.2 km) along the Traun river, starting at the Egglbrücke bridge.

Hike over the Unternberg: A more extensive tour (12.6 km) through shady mountain forests to the summit.

Rauschberg and Streicher: A challenging tour (14.1 km) with great views of Lake Chiemsee, for which you and your dog should be in good physical condition and sure-footed.

Is there transport available for the return journey from a hike?

Yes, that's a very practical solution. For example, if you do the hike over the Unternberg, you can easily take the bus back to the centre from the Unternbergbahn valley station. This saves you and your dog the walk through the town centre after a long hike.

What do I need to consider when planning?

It's best to let us know when you make your booking that you are travelling with your dog so that we can reserve a suitable room for you. For the mountain tours in the region, we recommend that you always pack enough water for your dog and pay attention to the condition of the paths (as with the Rauschberg).

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