Best cave trails in Oberammergau
4.3(54 reviews)
Explore the most popular cave trails near Oberammergau with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.0 (18)·Moderate·14.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park. This easy and beautiful tour starts in the centre of Oberammergau and leads along the Ammer via the Ettaler Weidmoos to Ettal Monastery. Highlights of the hike: - Ettal Benedictine monastery - Ammergau Alps cheese dairy - Bear cave and the Vogelherdweg
- 4.6 (27)·Hard·16.6 km·Est. 7–8 hrDemanding, panoramic hike in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria. A challenging hike that starts in eastern Oberammergau and leads up to the Ettaler Mandl. Once at the top, you can take a break and enjoy the view before starting the descent. The summit offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. If you follow the route in the direction of Ettal, you will eventually return to the starting point - the valley station of the Laber mountain railway. In snowy conditions, microspikes are...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·9.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route links the royal architecture of Schloss Linderhof with the alpine meadows of the Kolbensattel region. The landscape is dominated by steep limestone formations and high-altitude vegetation typical of the Northern Limestone Alps, featuring spruce, fir, and beech trees. As the elevation increases, the surroundings open to provide views of the Ettal Abbey and the peak of the Kofel. The trail surface is structured as a combination of stabilized forest roads and narrower mountain paths...
- 3.5 (6)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPicturesque stretch of road in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria From Oberammergau, the route passes the historic crucifixion group, the Kälberplatte and the Bärenhöhle to the Ettal monastery. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Passion theatre - Ettal Monastery
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Oberammergau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Oberammergau is Ettaler Mandl Circuit from Oberammergau. This trail is estimated to be 16.6 km long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Oberammergau?
Oberammergau: With an ascent of 1,163 m, Ettaler Mandl Circuit from Oberammergau has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Schloss Lindenhof (Palace) - Kolbensattelhütte with 804 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail with caves in Oberammergau?
The most popular and difficult trail with caves in Oberammergau is Ettaler Mandl Circuit from Oberammergau with a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews.