Best waterfall trails in Ohlstadt
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Ohlstadt 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
- 4.7 (60)·Hard·11.4 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPanoramic circular route from Ohlstadt in Upper Bavaria. The hike mostly leads over forest roads and wide paths. Some somewhat rougher path sections are consistently slippery, especially when wet. Caution is advised here. Finally, it goes via the Bärenfleckhütte (year-round self-catering hut) to the home garden, where magnificent views await. Highlights: - Great views
- 4.5 (25)·Hard·12.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrBeautiful circular route near Ohlstadt, Bavaria The route leads to the area of the Illingberge-the big and the small, which are an insider tip, also because they are not yet overcrowded. The start is from the car park in Ohlstadt and soon the trail leads to the ruins of Veste Schaumburg, a former hilltop castle on a rocky plateau. The trail continues through beautiful forest and along a gravel path that offers great hill views. Before it goes to the Großer Illing, it gets a little steeper....
- 4.3 (15)·Hard·10.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular route from Ohlstadt into the Allgäu Alps. The challenging route over three peaks (Großer Illing, Rauheck, Buchrain) offers breathtaking views of the Bavarian Alps. As both the ascent and descent are very steep and mostly unpaved, the hiking trail is more suitable for experienced hikers. ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.7 (8)·Moderate·4.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe scenic loop ascends through the mountain forests above Ohlstadt toward the Kleiner Illing viewpoint in the Bavarian Prealps. Forest tracks lead hikers past the rocky outcrop of Veste Schaumburg, where stone remnants of a medieval fortress rest among the trees. From the summit ledge, open views extend across the Loisach valley and the vast wetlands of the Murnauer Moos toward the Ammergau Alps. The return path follows a shaded trail alongside the rushing Kaltwasserfall streams.
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·49.9 km·Est. 12.5–14 hrExciting nature excursion near Ohlstadt, Bavaria. Scenically beautiful tour through the forests between Kochelsee and Walchensee, with a rewarding extension around Walchensee. Also ideal in summer, as the shady forests offer plenty of shelter as well as opportunities to cool off in the water. Highlights of the tour: - Walchensee - Jochfleck - Swimming opportunities
- 4.2 (6)·Hard·14.2 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrDemanding circular hike in the Bavarian Prealps south of Lake Tegernsee. The hiking route starts in Ohlstadt and leads very steeply uphill, especially in the first 3 kilometres to the Wankhütte. From here, the route is not quite as steep, but still leads to the summit of the Hirschberg on partly stony paths without shade. You should be sure-footed and have a head for heights, especially around the summit. You then return to the starting point via the Bärenfleckhütte. --- Accessible by bus...
- 3.5 (6)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Blue Country, Bavaria. From the railway station in Ohlstadt, you hike through idyllic forest to the Zeilkopf and then on to Eschenlohe. You return to Ohlstadt through the Loisach valley. After the hike, you can enjoy a cosy break in the picturesque village in the immediate vicinity of the "MurnauerMoos" nature reserve on the northern edge of the Alps. Highlights of the hike: - Ohlstadt - Valley of the Loisach - Eschenlohe - Zeilkopf - Beautiful forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Ohlstadt?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Ohlstadt is Von Ohlstadt um den Herzogstand. This trail is estimated to be 50.1 km long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Ohlstadt?
Ohlstadt: With an ascent of 1,394 m, Von Ohlstadt um den Herzogstand has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Hirschberg Rundweg with 1,206 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Ohlstadt?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Ohlstadt is Heimgarten via Bärenfleckhütte with a 4.7-star rating from 59 reviews.