Best cross-country skiing trails in Bavaria

This scenic circular route leads through the sunny high plateau above Mittenwald in the Karwendel Mountains. The path connects the idyllic Luttensee with the summit of the Hoher Kranzberg, following a diverse mixture of wide forest tracks, narrow hiking trails, and root-covered woodland paths. A central highlight is the summit of the Hoher Kranzberg (1,391 m), widely considered one of Bavaria's finest "viewing balconies," offering a spectacular 360-degree panorama of the Wetterstein Mountains...

Panoramic 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

Scenic excursion in Lenggries, Bavaria. This route leads into the forest, sometimes steeper over clearings and through sparse woods, always south of the family farm or the stopper, while the Blaikenberg (1133m) is skirted to the north. The route continues steadily uphill to the Brauneck, where refreshments waiting at the Brauneck Gipfelhaus. Of course, there are great views on top. The route returns to the starting point with a fantastic mountain panorama. In winter, the tour is also very...

Demanding panoramic trail to Hirschberg, Bavaria This tour is known as the first route for many Munich residents. The start for the popular local mountain is at the car park on Bachlerweg. A stop for refreshments and warming up after the tour is recommended here at the Tegernsee ski hut. There is a steep climb up the ski slope before continuing through the forest. Overall, the route to Hirschberg is short and well-developed, always running along the Hirschberg ski piste. The efforts are...

Popular circular route to the Hochfelln panoramic mountain in Chiemgau, Bavaria The Hochfelln is a popular panoramic mountain near the Chiemsee lake. From the Staudigl Hütte rest area, the trail leads into the enchanting mountain landscape of the Chiemgau Alps. Via the Thoraualm alp, the route climbs steadily up to the Hochfelln. The view from the vantage point is impressive and the Hochfellnhaus at the summit provides refreshments - it is open daily in good weather. Through the forest and...

Popular hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike starts at the car park at the Alpsee Bergwelt. If you are travelling with children, you can make a fun stop at the Bärenfalle climbing forest or the Abenteuer Alpe. The route is continuously uphill, which is why hikers of all ages should be able to walk well. Highlights of the hike: - fantastic views - Rustic refreshment stops - idyllic forest paths

From the Hausbergbahn car park (730m) towards Hornabfahrt and continue on the Standard Tonihütte ski route towards Tonihütte or Trögelhütte (1436m). Continue on the upper ski route to the Kreuzalm (1600m). Continue in the direction of Kreuzeck and on the Hochalmweg & from there immediately left into the Bernadeinsteig.

Varied ski tour in the Spitzimgsee region. This easy circular route is one of the quieter tours in the Spitzingsee region. The route leads through the Dürnbachtal valley along forest roads to the Untere Freudenreichalm. The route continues up to the Obere Firstalm and over the north-east slope to the summit. The route returns to the starting point via the Bodenschneidhaus and the toboggan run.

Great, panoramic hike to the Lacherspitz, Bavaria. From the Himmelmoos car park, the route leads steadily uphill across beautiful alpine meadows via the Wildwasserhütte towards the 1724 m high Lacherspitz in the Mangfallgebirge mountains. Once you reach the top, it's worth taking a little time to admire the stunning surrounding mountain landscape. Return via the Lacheralm. Highlights: - fantastic mountain panorama - Local flora and fauna

Medium-difficulty mountain hike, which leads along forest paths and steep trails in the lower section and along stony paths in the summit area. Unlike the neighbouring Seekarkreuz, the Schönberg is a somewhat quieter alternative. The view from Schönberg over the Isar valley to the Karwendel and Wetterstein mountains is astonishingly far-reaching and invites you to linger a while.