Bird flu alarm in Bad Tölz: Poultry farmers must act now!

Bird flu alarm in Bad Tölz: Poultry farmers must act now!

On October 31, 2025, the Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen region will present itself as diverse and dynamic. The Tölzer Kurier recently updated its digital face on Instagram and can now be reached under the account “toelzerkurier”. This is a step that will certainly be well received by younger readers. Social media is an indispensable part of the information landscape today, and the new online presence shows that the courier is moving with the times.

But there is also worrying news. Bird flu, officially avian influenza HPAI (H5N1), is spreading in German poultry flocks. This poses a serious threat, especially to poultry farmers in the region. The veterinary office has therefore urged caution and recommends observing various hygiene measures to minimize the virus. These recommendations include that domestic poultry spend as little time outdoors as possible and avoid contact with wild birds. The situation is tense and many owners are unsettled by the warnings. Das Gelbe Blatt reports on the specific steps that are necessary here.

Buildings and events

In a positive context, the topping-out ceremony for the Center for Alpine Safety was recently celebrated in Bad Tölz. This unique concept is scheduled to begin operations by the end of 2026 and represents significant progress for alpine safety in the region. The anticipation for future events is high, not least for the upcoming Leonhardi ride on November 6th, which traditionally attracts many visitors.

The political landscape also remains rich in debate. On October 24th, around 300 people demonstrated against the AfD in Bichl, while at the same time a controversial AfD event was taking place, which was accompanied by counter-rallies from the FDP and the Left. Andreas Wild was nominated by the Greens as a candidate for district administrator. Political tensions are noticeable and the population is active.

Further events from the region

The region remains lively on the move: The 3rd Tölzer Beer Festival is coming up from September 12th to 14th, and the Lenggries water rescue service had to deal with a serious operational scenario at Lake Sylvenstein when passers-by discovered a stand-up paddler with her child in a dangerous position. The mountain rescue service also had a lot to do last weekend when they had to rescue several injured people in difficult terrain.

Meanwhile, the citizens of the BRK clothing market in Bad Tölz are celebrating 25 years. The market has done a lot for people in need by selling used fashion. The need for social support remains unbroken, while at the same time numerous initiatives and projects - such as the newly built Josefistift nursing home - are under construction.

But not everything is going smoothly: There was recently a head-on collision between a car and a mobile home on the B11. The injured were immediately treated while fire and rescue services were deployed to deal with the situation. These incidents show how important safety and caution are in daily life, especially during the cold season.

Ultimately, the beverage industry is also daring to make a new beginning: PepsiCo has revised the Pepsi Zero Sugar recipe to get closer to the taste of the sugary cola. This is part of a broader trend where more consumers are looking for sugar-free alternatives that still taste good. According to Food Dive, the reformulation is intended to increase the attractiveness of the product - a response to increasingly health-conscious consumer behavior.

Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen remains an active region, not only politically but also socially, that is constantly changing and developing. It remains exciting to see what November will bring!