Best mountain biking trails in Bavaria

Popular circular hike in the Bavarian Prealps east of Lake Tegernsee. The hiking route leads from Bad Wiessee over the summit of the Zwergelberg to the Aueralm, one of the most famous mountain pastures on Lake Tegernsee. From the large terrace there are marvellous views of Lake Tegernsee, the Hirschberg, Roßstein and Buchstein as well as the Wallberg. The paths are well-maintained and easy to follow, but you will have to conquer a few metres in altitude. The day can end at the beautiful...

Challenging hike in the Mangfallgebirge, Bavaria. The hike to the Rotwand is one of the classics at Spitzingsee. The start is the car park at the Taubensteinbahn cable car. Take the Hermann-Kleber-Weg to the summit of the Rotwand at 1884 metres above sea level. The second half of the hike is in the Rotwand nature reserve. Highlights of the hike: - Spitzingsee - Klausgraben wildlife sanctuary - Croda Rossa - Rotwand nature reserve

Popular hike in the Allgäu, Bavaria. A wonderful route for a hike with the whole family. Two of the most famous castles in Bavaria are waiting to be discovered: Eisenberg Castle, the ruins of a medieval hilltop castle, and - just one summit away - the relics of Hohenfreyberg Castle. From the castles, known as twin ruins, there are unforgettable views of the snow-covered mountain peaks of the Alps. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Ruins of Eisenberg Castle - Ruins of Hohenfreyberg...

Popular cycle tour in the Allgäu, Bavaria. The picturesque Forggensee is the fifth-largest lake in Bavaria and can be wonderfully circumnavigated as part of a cycle tour. Along the way, there are campsites and the pretty towns of Roßhaupten and Rieden am Forggensee, which offer refreshment stops and overnight accommodation. The route can, therefore, be completed in several days if required. The route starts at the smaller but equally picturesque Bannwaldsee on roads, farm tracks, and side...

This hike connects the historic town of Füssen with two of the most beautiful lakes in the Allgäu, the Forggensee and the Alpsee. The trail usually starts in Füssen's old town centre and first leads to the shores of Lake Forggensee, an artificial reservoir created in the 1950s, which today serves as an important water reservoir for the Lech river. The route continues through shady mixed forests to the Alpsee, which lies picturesquely below the castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau....

Panoramic circular route near Benediktbeuern in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. The Tutzinger Hütte is located in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps at 1,327 metres and is open seasonally. From Benediktbeuern, or from the Geschwendt district, a varied ascent leads along the torrent nature trail through the Lainbach valley to the hut. The ascent is rewarded with great views and hearty local dishes. The trail can be extended from the hut with a circular route to the Benediktenwand. Along...

Panoramic MTB tour on the Ammersee, Bavaria. A great tour by mountain bike. It can get a little crowded on beautiful summer days, especially on the western shore. If desired, the route can be ridden in several leisurely daily stages, as there are many places to stop for refreshments and overnight accommodation (including campsites). The start and finish point of the cycle tour can also be freely chosen. Highlights of the tour: - Views of the Ammersee - Wörthsee - Ammersee south shore bird...

Popular mountain bike tour in the Allgäu Alps, Bavaria. A fun downhill route near Oberstdorf, which is also a pleasure on foot. The Nebelhorn cable car takes you comfortably to the Seealpe. From here you return to the valley. The route is mainly along a quiet road, but there are also some singletrail sections. If you are looking for a more athletic challenge, you can forgo the train ride and pedal up to the Seealpe on your bike. Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Seealpe -...

Scenic mountain bike tour in the Allgäu, Bavaria. Over a distance of 13 kilometres, many great views await you. You cycle along the meadow path through the Illertal valley to Reichenbach. There is a fairly steep ascent to the Rubiger Alm, from where you cycle through the forest back to Oberstdorf. Highlights of the tour: - Fantastic panoramic views - Oberstdorf - Rubiger Alm - Trettach - Gaisalpbach

Popular mountain bike route along the Isar near Munich, Bavaria. The route starts at the Wittelsbacherbrücke bridge in Munich and meanders from there along the Isar via Flaucher, Hellabrunn Zoo and Grünwald to Schäftlarn Monastery. The Isar trails can be a little technically challenging as they are sometimes very narrow and blocked with roots and stones. There are numerous refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Along the Isar - Hellabrunn Zoo - Isar valley view of the weir -...