Best trail running trails in Grainau
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Grainau 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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- 4.5 (30)·Hard·11.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrRunning 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...
- 4.1 (37)·Hard·7.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular route in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria. This great route leads through the picturesque mountains between Eibsee and Zugspitze. There are always great views of the Zugspitze and other peaks of the Wettersteingebirge. The circular route can begin and end at the Zugspitzbahn car park near the Eibsee Alm. From there the path leads steadily uphill over meadows and gravel to the Riffelriss and as a circular path back to the Eibsee. Highlights: - Eibsee - Riffelriss...
- 4.8 (34)·Moderate·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrScenic circular route between Grainau at the foot of the Zugspitze. This beautiful, panoramic, easy hike with only a short climb leads along well-developed paths at the foot of the Zugspitze. Due to the short distance, the tour is suitable for families with children. It starts from the parking lot in front of the Grainauer Kurhaus. You can also travel by public transport. The mountain scenery during the hike is magnificent and extends from the majestic Zugspitze to the Loisachtal to the...
- Hard·17.1 km·Est. 6–7 hrThe scenic trail follows the paths of Germany's premier annual trail running event near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, specifically tracing the introductory ultra-light variant of the race. Starting in the peaceful village of Grainau, the route leads upward toward the majestic Kreuzeck peak, offering continuous views of the towering Zugspitze massif. The terrain shifts from wide, packed gravel forestry paths to narrow, winding singletracks beneath the forest canopy. While the path provides a...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Grainau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Grainau is Zug Ultra Trail 16km. This trail is estimated to be 17.1 km long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Grainau?
Grainau: With an ascent of 1,334 m, Osterfelder Berglauf has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Zug Ultra Trail 16km with 828 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult running trail in Grainau?
The most popular and difficult running trail in Grainau is Osterfelder Berglauf with a 4.5-star rating from 30 reviews.
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- Höllentalklamm
- Frillensee
- Höllentaleingangshütte
- Höllentalangerhütte
- Rosensee
- Brücklesbachquellen
- AlpspiX
- Eibsee
- Osterfelderkopf
- Münchner Haus
- Bergwacht Hans-Ruder-Diensthütte
- Höllentalferner
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