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Ruhpolding Ruhpolding is a small village in the south-eastern part of Bavaria, Germany, in the Traunstein district. It is situated in the south of the region called Chiemgau in the Alps. Ruhpolding has a population of approximately 6,400. Ruhpolding houses a famous biathlon track. It hosted the 1979, 1985 and 1996 Biathlon World Championships. Brief history - 1193: first official mention as "Ruhpoldingen
- 1895: connection to the railroad
- Since 1948: Ruhpolding became a famous spa and tourist resort, esp. for winter sports.
External links * Village of Ruhpolding
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