Best forest trails in Farchant

Family-friendly hike in Zugspitzland, Bavaria This short but beautiful route starts at the end of the Kuhfluchtweg at the car park. It first leads along the forest adventure trail with interesting stations and later along the Kuhfluchtgraben to the two viewing points. Here the marvellous views of the small and large waterfalls of the Kuhflucht can be enjoyed. Both children and adults should wear sturdy footwear. Refreshments are available in Farchand. There is a car park and bathrooms at...

Family-friendly circular route near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria A great, very lovingly designed forest adventure trail in Farchant that is suitable for all nature lovers, big and small. There are several information and game stations with interesting facts about the region - with fresh forest air all around and a wonderful view of the surrounding Alps. The circular forest adventure trail itself is a relaxed walk that can also be accessed with a stroller. However, the path to the...

Popular mountain tour from Farchant in the Ester Mountains in the Bavarian Pre-Alps. Up to the wildly romantic waterfalls, this is a relaxed hike, but up to the Fricken it becomes very steep and demanding. Good physical condition and surefootedness should therefore be as much a part of your luggage as sturdy shoes. The way back down is less steep, but also very nice! Start at the paid car park in the Kuhfluchtweg. There is also a WC here. Highlights: - Kuhfluch waterfalls - Views of the...

Challenging hike to the Krottenkopfhütte near Farchant, Bavaria. The Krottenkopf (2,086 m) is the highest mountain in the Bavarian Pre-Alps and offers experienced mountaineers outstanding views. Even though the path is not excessively steep, it can be quite strenuous due to the long ascent and the large difference in altitude (approx. 1,500 metres). The trail initially leads through flat meadows before the steeper ascent begins in the mountain forest. The trail climbs steadily - without...

Beautiful circular route in the Ammergebirge nature reserve in Bavaria. Start at the Spielleitenweg car park. It is easily possible to travel to Farchant by train and to then set off from the station. The glowing green meadows in front of a magnificent mountain panorama are particularly idyllic in sunny spring and summer weather and make this hike an absolute must! There are several places to stop for refreshments in the centre of Farchant. Highlights: - fantastic views - Varied landscape

The trail traverses the limestone slopes of the Estergebirge, linking the valley floor to the alpine zone. The route is characterized by a transition from mixed mountain forests of spruce and beech to open meadows and dwarf pine fields near the summit. Geological features include the porous karst rock typical of the region, which influences the local drainage patterns. The path structure includes uneven, stony sections and soft forest loam, requiring navigation over exposed natural steps and...

Panorama hiking trail in the district of Garmisch-Patenkirchen, Upper Bavaria Beautiful hiking highlights await on the hiking route from Farchant to Wallgau. After a solid ascent right at the start, you will be amazed by the wonderful mountain panorama. The Esterbergalm or the Finzalm invite you to enjoy an extra treat. Shortly before the end, the route delights with the small waterfall. Highlights: - Impressive landscape - Mountain panorama - Small waterfall - Optional stop at a mountain hut

From Farchant (680m) take the Spielleitenstrasse to the edge of the forest and then turn left along the Spielleitenweg heading SW to Burgrain (720m). There, at the hikers' car park at Lahnenwiesgraben, turn right at an acute angle heading N up the forest road steeply towards "Enningalm-Reschbergwiesen". After a left-hand bend, the route becomes flatter in a NW direction. Cross the idyllic Reschbergwiesen meadows in a NW direction. At 1120m you meet the Via Alpina Purple, on which you now head...