Best hard trails in Grainau

This route leads to the Höllentalangerhütte and is a fantastic destination for families who love the mountains. Sure-footedness and a head for heights are essential on this route. The German Alpine Club’s hut, which is open seasonally, is a good starting point for experienced mountaineers wishing to climb the summit of the Zugspitze via the Höllental route. The Höllentalangerhütte is open from May to October, weather permitting. Caution: Care should be taken if there is snow at higher...

Popular circular route in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria. This great hike leads from Hammersbach, south of the climatic health resort of Grainau, through the Höllentalklamm to Höllentalangerhütte and back via the Stangensteig. Magnificent waterfalls and rock tunnel systems make the route an adventurous experience. The path is accessible by bus and train. There are places to stop. The entire path is very rocky, so good shoes, preferably ankle-high, are advisable. Highlights: - Gorge...

This alpine loop connects high mountain saddles and deep gorge scenery at the foot of the Zugspitze. Beginning in Hammersbach, gravel tracks and mountain paths lead upward toward scenic ridge vistas near the Kreuzeck. The trail continues toward the Hupfleitenjoch, where exposed mountain sections overlook deep valley slopes. Passing remnants of old mining history at the Knappenhäuser, the trail lowers into the alpine basin of the Höllental valley. Wet walkways and misty rock walls line the...

Popular, panoramic hiking trail near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. This scenic hike on Lake Eibsee leads as a circular route around the lake and through the region to the seasonally managed Hochthörlehütte, a wonderful place to stop for a break (note opening times). The path to the Hochthörlehütte goes steeply uphill and offers magnificent views over the turquoise lake. The trail is also ideal as a mountain bike route. Highlights of the hike: - Eibsee viewpoint - View of the Zugspitze -...

Fun via Ferrata in the Bavarian Alps, Bavaria. One of the classics in the Bavarian Alps is the Alpspitze or Alpspitz Ferrata via Ferrata. The trail is suitable for adults and children accompanied by adults. The starting point is the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn at the foot of the Alpspitze. After just a few meters of ascent, the striking bracket ladder of the Alpspitz Ferrata is reached. More wire ropes and a few brackets lead to the grassy ledge from where you have a great view of...

Panoramic circular trail in Zugspitzland, Bavaria. This popular route leads from the climatic health resort of Grainau along the Krepbach stream southwards around the Zirmerskopf to the famous Eibsee lake. This tour starts in Untergrainau at the bus stop "Untergrainau Dorfplatz". There are car parks here, but due to the popularity of the region, travelling by public transport is a good option. The marvellous area in the Zugspitzland can be enjoyed in an anti-clockwise direction. It may be a...

Popular circular trail in the Zugspitze region, Bavaria This scenic tour through the Höllentalklamm gorge via the Hupfleitenjoch to the Kreuzeck is an absolute must for every mountain hiker. The view of the Zugspitze and Waxenstein from the Kreuzeck is truly marvellous. On the descent from the Kreuzeck, you can relax and enjoy the view of the imposing backdrop of the entire Höllental valley. The Höllentalklamm gorge impresses with the Hammersbach stream that eats its way deep into the rocks...

This is a challenging circular hike in the Wetterstein Mountains. There isn’t much time to warm up on this route: from Hammersbach, the trail follows the Jägersteig steadily uphill to the top station of the Alpspitzbahn. You can plan a detour to the Höllentorkopf, which stands at 2,150 metres. The views are well worth the effort. The return route takes you through the Hammersbach valley, known as the Höllental, which is not only breathtakingly beautiful but also serves as a popular ascent...

Running course of the Osterfeld mountain run. 11.9 km and 1297 metres in altitude with an average gradient of 10.9%. The start is in Garmisch (Alpspitzbahn valley station at 765m). The finish is the Osterfelder-Kopf (mountain station at 2,022m). The route is mostly easy to run, with a few smaller trails and a short cross-country section up the ski piste (steepest point with an incline of almost 45°). A trained runner can complete the course in approx. 01:25. The top runners need 01:07. The...

Varied trekking and hiking route with plenty of climbing opportunities from the Eibsee to the Zugspitze in Bavaria. The route to the Zugspitze from the Eibsee via the Wiener-Neustädter-Hütte is less well-known than the route through the Höllental, but no less beautiful or less spectacular. The via ferrata (Stopselzieher) to the Wiener-Neustädter-Hütte is also not particularly difficult (A - B). However, a good level of fitness and climbing experience are still a prerequisite for the tour, as...