Best lake trails in Bayrischzell
4.6(112 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Bayrischzell with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.9 (28)·Hard·14.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrScenic circular hike to the Gamswand, Bavaria. The Gamswand is a quiet summit with a beautiful view toward Munich, Chiemgau and the mountains of the southern Wendelstein area. The route from the Sillberg car park to the Gamswand and back via the Soinsee is partly signposted, but not everywhere! In terms of landscape, the route mainly runs through forests and over alpine meadows. The Schellenberg-Alm or the Niederhofalm provide refreshments along the way. Highlights: - Great view - beautiful...
- 4.5 (13)·Hard·16.4 kmPanoramic circular hike near Bayrischzell, Bavaria. This beautiful route leads along alpine and forest roads as well as some mountain paths. You will be rewarded for your efforts by the view of the impressive summit panorama. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.6 (14)·Hard·20.9 km·Est. 8–9 hrPanoramic hiking trail near Bayrischzell, Bavaria. As one of Munich's local mountains, it may not be an insider tip, but it is still worth a visit. There are numerous paths to the summit, although it takes a little longer coming from Oberberg, but you pass the beautiful Soinsee lake on the way. Highlights of the tour: - Alpbach - Soinsee lake - Großtiefeltalalm - Croda Rossa - Rotwandkopf
- 4.5 (23)·Hard·17.7 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrAlpine circular route near Bayrischzell, Bavaria. This is a marvellous circular route through the Mangfallgebirge, a limestone massif near the Chiemgau mountains on the Austrian border. The ridges offer fantastic views of the Inntal valley to the east and the Karwendel mountains to the west. The tour starts in Geitau near Bayrischzell. For the most part, it runs along forest roads. As the route makes its way through the forest, it gradually becomes steeper and steeper until it reaches the...
- 4.6 (8)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrA partial crossing of the Mangfallgebirge on foot in 3 easy daily stages (deliberately short), from Wildbad Kreuth to Bayerischzell. In principle, it can also be done in 2 day stages. The tour was completed in April in quite wintry weather, but can in principle be done at any time of year (in winter/early spring with snowshoes, for example). Tour has no particular difficulties. Overnight stay on the tour was as an outdoor bivouac. This is day 3: From Hochmiesing to Bayerischzell. This is more...
- 4.7 (8)·Hard·21.7 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrPanoramic circular route from Geitau, Bavaria. The circular route boasts several peaks in the Manfallgebirge mountains, great views and a picturesque mountain lake. It starts in Geitau. Mountain meadows and forest paths lead to the Schellenberg-Alm (refreshment stop) and a little further on to the wonderful picnic area at Soinsee. After a break, the ascent to the Hochmiesing awaits, offering magnificent views. On the plateau, the Taubenstein, Tanzeck, Aiplspitz, Kleinmiesing and Heuberg are...
- 4.6 (4)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrPanoramic circular route near Bayrischzell, Bavaria This challenging circular route leads from the hikers' car park in Geitau once through the Rotwand landscape conservation area. First, the trail follows the Krottentaler Graben, before taking a wide arc once over the peaks around the Krottentaler Alm (see tips). The trail is very stony in sections, so sturdy shoes and a certain amount of surefootedness are required. Highlights of the hike: - Krottentaler Alm - Summit of the Aiplspitz -...
- 4.2 (4)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis stage includes everything that makes a hiker's heart beat faster: from alpine terrain that requires sure-footedness, to the Taubenstein to the lovely Spitzingsee, the wonderful alpine area of the Stümpflingalm and down to Sutten. Several accommodation and refreshment options allow individual route planning. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
- Hard·26.9 km·Est. 8–9 hrScenic hike in Bavaria. Start is at the Zipflwirt. The bus also goes here to the Origintal/Zipflwirt stop. The path follows the idyllic Elendsgraben and then turns to the Ochsenalm. Then it continues along the Rote Valepp to Spitzingsee. There are several restaurants and cafes here and the beautiful lake. In Neuhaus there is the Fischhausen Neuhaus train station, so traveling from here by public transport is possible. Highlights: - wonderful mountain panorama - idyllic nature - several huts
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Bayrischzell?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Bayrischzell is Durchs Mangfallgebirge. This trail is estimated to be 42.5 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Bayrischzell?
Bayrischzell: With an ascent of 1,551 m, Geitau - Soinsee - Hochmiesing - Aiplspitz - Geitau has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Oberberg - Soinsee - Rotwand with 1,199 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Bayrischzell?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Bayrischzell is Gamswand with a 4.9-star rating from 28 reviews.