Best short trails in Bavaria

Circular hiking trail to Neuschwanstein Castle in the Allgäu, Bavaria. A varied circular route that could hardly be more beautiful. First, the trail leads along a narrow iron bridge through a dizzying gorge to Neuschwanstein Castle. The romantic 19th century castle is one of the most famous castles in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It welcomes over a million visitors every year and has been open to the public since 1886. The castle can be explored on a guided tour (tickets...

Popular, panoramic circular route to Malerwinkel, Bavaria. This route leads from the car park at Königssee (subject to a charge), past picturesque boathouses, along the Königsee into the Berchtesgaden National Park. Short and fairly easy to hike, it is ideal for families with children. From the Königssee car park, head towards the lake area. From there, a path on the left leads past the boat huts and into the national park. Now the path leads up to the Malerwinkel, which rewards the ascent...

Popular circular route in the border forest between Tyrol and Bavaria. This route takes you on an elevated footpath through the beautiful and wild Leutasch Gorge. The gorge is open in the summer months. On the way there is a small snack bar and a restaurant. Cars can be parked in the Leutasch car park, and a bus also drives here. If there is still some time left, it is worth taking a trip on the Karwendelbahn, which departs from Mittenwald. Highlights: - wonderfully wild nature - Theme...

Beautiful circular hike at Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria. The hike leads from the parking lot through the lush forests near Hohenschwangau and to the Marienbrücke with the beautiful Pöllatfall. This beautiful short round is well suited for families with children. Sometimes it goes steeply uphill, rewarded with a stunning panorama over the castle. If you want, you can also visit the famous Neuschwanstein Castle (tickets can be bought online / remaining tickets for the same day at the cash...

Popular circular trail in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. This short hike leads to the incredible Malerwinkel viewpoint, which offers stunning views of the Königssee. From here you can also see the pilgrimage church of St. Bartholomä. The route begins at the Königssee hiking car park (subject to a fee), from where you can quickly reach the shore of the Königssee. You will soon find yourself in the national park area. The Café Malerwinkel on the route invites you to linger. From...

Popular walk near Neuschwanstein Castle in the Bavarian Allgäu. This route leads from the Hohenschwangau tourist information centre to the Marienbrücke bridge over the Pöllatschlucht gorge. This was named after Queen Marie and offers the best viewpoint of the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Neuschwanstein Castle - St Mary's Bridge ---- Accessible by bus and train

Family-friendly tour in the Wimbachklamm, Bavaria. This is a short but awe-inspiring route through the Wimbach Gorge, in which the water of the Wimbach torrent roars its way through the Dachstein limestone. Even today, fossils in the rock walls tell of times when a sea covered the area here. There is a fee for entering the gorge and parking; children up to 6 years can join for free. The Wimbachklamm is open from May to October, but changes are possible due to the weather. Highlights: -...

Popular hike near Mittenwald, Bavaria. This beautiful hike leads from Mittenwald in Upper Bavaria through the idyllic Laintal to Lautersee. The course of the Lainbach is followed. After a short break at the impressive Lainbach waterfall, you continue to the sparkling deep blue Lautersee, surrounded by a breathtaking mountain backdrop. In summer, it's worth packing your swimming gear because you can swim on the east and south shores of the lake. Accessible by bus and train (access from...

Family-friendly hike in Zugspitzland, Bavaria This short but beautiful route starts at the end of the Kuhfluchtweg at the car park. It first leads along the forest adventure trail with interesting stations and later along the Kuhfluchtgraben to the two viewing points. Here the marvellous views of the small and large waterfalls of the Kuhflucht can be enjoyed. Both children and adults should wear sturdy footwear. Refreshments are available in Farchand. There is a car park and bathrooms at...