Best long trails in Schönau am Königsee

Varied hiking trail to the Röthbach waterfall in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. Germany's highest waterfall is located in the Berchtesgaden National Park. In two stages, it overcomes the so-called Röthwand, south of the Königsee and Obersee lakes, before plunging 470 metres into the depths. There is no higher waterfall in Germany and it is also one of the highest in the Alps. The route starts at the southern end of Lake Königssee, which can be reached by boat from the town of...

Popular hike/via ferrata in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The hike offers incomparable views of the blue waters of Lake Königssee and starts in Schönau am Königssee at the paid hiking car park. The destination is the world-famous pilgrimage church of St Bartholomä on the western shore of the lake. From the starting point, the trail climbs steeply uphill to the seasonally managed Kührointalm - a nice place to take a break. The trail continues to the left and soon it is worth...

Varied, certified premium hiking trail in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. The SalzAlpenTour starts at the Hammerstiel hiking car park (subject to a fee). This circular route takes you to the Archenkanzel, one of the most famous vantage points in the area. Basic fitness and sure-footedness should be brought along in order to be able to master the sometimes steep ascents and climbs. The hiking trail leads along the white Wend, through the beautiful forests of the Berchtesgadener Land biosphere...

Panoramic circular route at Königssee, Bavaria. The hike begins and ends at Königssee, leads up the Grünstein and through Schönau. The summit of the Grünstein in the Berchtesgaden Alps offers fantastic panoramic views of the Watzmann and Königssee. The view from up here is very similar to the view from the summit of the Watzmann, which is 1400 metres higher. At the same time, the hike is easier and requires less stamina. At the beginning, the route leads along a steep track and up to the...

Wonderful panoramic hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The hike begins at the Jennerbahn mountain station with a detour to the magnificent Jenner viewpoint before the descent begins. From the valley station in Königssee, you can take the Jennerbahn cable car to the middle and mountain stations (note timetable and prices). Via the Schneibsteinhaus, which is open seasonally, the route leads along the Königsberggraben to the Königsbachalm. You can also stop off here (open from...

This route is a scenic but challenging mountain hike between St. Bartholomä and Königssee. The walk is beautiful but is only suitable for experienced walkers; sure-footedness and a head for heights are absolutely essential. There is a safety rope on the upper section of the Rinnkendlsteig. There is a risk of falling rocks. Appropriate equipment is essential. The route between the start and end points can also be covered by taking the ferry across Königssee. For refreshments, it’s well worth...

Scenic circular route in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. This fantastic circular route through the idyllic mountains of the Berchtesgaden National Park starts at the middle station of the Jennerbahn. After the ascent from Königssee (subject to a charge, see tips), the route follows quite steeply uphill the Königsweg past the wasserfallalm and the Strubalm. The last stretch to the summit of the Jenner is via the Blitzweg in numerous serpentines up steeply to the mountain station of...

Popular, picturesque circular hiking trail in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. From the summit of the Grünstein you have fantastic views towards Berchtesgaden and over the mountains of the Berchtesgaden Alps. The Grünstein is attractive at any time of the year, and the route is also ideal as a snowshoe hike. The route begins at the Hammerstiel car park (subject to a fee), east of Schönau a. Koenigssee. From there, the route heads south. At the beginning, it goes very steeply...

This hike leads to one of the most spectacular viewpoints over Lake Königssee and deep into the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park at the foot of the Watzmann East Face. The route starts at the Hammerstiel parking lot. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill, initially via wide forest roads and later along narrower mountain trails through dense mixed mountain forests. A special highlight is the Kuhroint Alm (1,420 m), situated on a wide plateau directly beneath the...

Impressive ascent to the Watzmannhaus in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. Tall and mighty, full of destiny! - The Watzmann is even sung about. This route to the famous Watzmannhaus starts at the Hammerstiel car park, which is subject to a charge. The tour is a challenging hike and is a wonderful introduction to mountain tours. Ambitious hikers can complete the route in one day. Alternatively, you can stay overnight at the Watzmannhaus if you book in advance. From the car park, the route...