Best river trails in Eschenlohe
4.1(55 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Eschenlohe 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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- 4.7 (8)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrRefreshing hiking trail in Eschenlohe, Bavaria. This picturesque route leads from Eschenlohe through the Eschenlain valley to Lake Walchensee. This is one of the deepest and largest alpine lakes in Germany. It is therefore worth making a detour to or even around the lake. The hike can easily be started from Eschenlohe railway station. There is a bus connection in Einsiedl for the onward journey. Hiking highlights: - Walchensee lake - Eschenlaine valley - Wengwies Castle near the route
- 4.9 (10)·Hard·20.4 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrPopular mountain bike tour or hike in the Bavarian Prealps, Bavaria. This MTB tour or hike is primarily aimed at mountain bikers who already have good riding technique and are in good physical condition. Up to the summit of the Hohe Kisten you steadily gain altitude. The way back then includes a lot of downhill fun, some of which is quite steep. Highlights of the tour: - Hohe Kisten - View over the Ester Mountains - Kesselkoepfe - Eschenlaine
- 4.5 (9)·Hard·45.4 km·Est. 13–14 hrAfter starting in Eschenlohe, the route leads through the Eschenlain valley, then over the Simetsberg up to the Walchensee viewpoint. Then with a trail option down to Wallgau. From there, bike up into the picturesque Finztal valley and reward your efforts with a stop at the Esterbegalm. After the rest, the route takes you downhill on refreshing tarmac/gravel to Garmisch and then along the picturesque and quiet "Ursprungsweg" to Eschenlohe. A great spring or autumn tour, as it is exposed to...
- 3.9 (6)·Moderate·53.1 km·Est. 15.5–17 hrScenic mountain bike circuit around the Estergebirge mountains near Eschenlohe, Bavaria. This scenic route starts in Eschenlohe and leads through forests and meadows, past the beautiful Walchensee lake and up to the mountain pasture, where you can enjoy a sensational view of the Karwendel and Wetterstein panorama (and a slice or two of cake at the Gschwandtnerbauer farm). Via Garmisch you return to the starting point in Eschenlohe. Highlights of the route: - View of the Karwendel and...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 6–7 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning in Eschenlohe and ending at the Herzogstandhaus. The path departs Eschenlohe past the historic St. Clemens Church and heads east through the scenic Eschenlaine Valley. It winds along clear mountain streams and through dense forests, bypassing the Ölrain peak before climbing toward the Heimgarten and Herzogstand mountains, where hikers gain views of the Karwendel range and Walchensee...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·25.1 km·Est. 9–10 hrScenic mountain bike tour between Eschenlohe and Walchensee in the Bavarian Pre-Alps. The fantastic panoramic tour leads from Eschenlohe up to the Heimgartenhaus with a subsequent crisp trail descent to Ohlstadt. ------------------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train
- 3.1 (10)·Moderate·43.8 km·Est. 12.5–14 hrFrom Eschenlohe around the Herzogsstand. This variant leads along the rocky path. The highest point of the tour is 935 metres above sea level, making it a good spring or late autumn tour. On the ascent just before the Kesselbergsattel near Urfeld, there is a short stretcher section. The section directly on the B11 is of course very busy in good weather! Also be sure to ride the loop around the Walchensee peninsula - the colour of the lake here is gigantic!
- 4.1 (3)·Hard·42 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrThis tour includes the "difficult ascent to Windwurfeck" (not really worthwhile). Long ascent to the three marks with beautiful views of the Murnauer Moos, steep descent to Unterammergau, along the Ammer via Oberammergau back up to the Bärenbadflecken. The final downhill trail that follows is mostly rideable.
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·57.9 km·Est. 17.5–19 hrFrom the motorway exit Eschenlohe (625m) head south. Always follow the forest track towards Höhenberg. In Katzental turn left out of the valley. At 720m turn left onto the trail to the 7 benches and down to Oberau. Follow the Giessenbach footpath to St. Georg. On the Hirschbergweg or Spielleitenweg to Farchant (680m). At Lahnenwiesgraben turn right onto the forest road to Enningalm. Follow this road and the signposts to the Enningalm. At the Enningalm (1560m), turn left onto the trail to the...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Eschenlohe?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Eschenlohe is Eschenlohe-Enningalm. This trail is estimated to be 57.8 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Eschenlohe?
Eschenlohe: With an ascent of 1,967 m, Eschenlohe-Enningalm has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Rund ums Estergebirge über den Grottenweg with 1,666 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Eschenlohe?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Eschenlohe is MTB Eschenlohe - Hohe Kisten with a 4.9-star rating from 10 reviews.