Best historic site trails in Steingaden
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Steingaden with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.0 (16)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular route in Pfaffenwinkel, Upper Bavaria. This idyllic circular route starts in the centre of Steingaden. It is accompanied by marvellous views of the Ammergau Alps. A highlight of the tour is the pilgrimage church "Wieskirche", which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And there is also the charming old town of Steingaden to discover. In addition to cultural attractions, the idyllic natural surroundings along the way can be enjoyed - the Brettleweg trail leads...
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPicturesque stretch of road in Ammergau, Bavaria The Meditation Trail begins with a real highlight: a visit to the Wieskirche is a real experience - the rococo-style church is a place of pilgrimage for over 1 million visitors every year. The route continues along the Holy Trinity Chapel and the Lourdes Grotto to the first stage destination, Rottenbuch. Highlights: - Wieskirche church - Holy Trinity Chapel - Church of St James - Lourdes Grotto
- 4.7 (3)·Moderate·0.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteractive cultural route near Steingaden, Bavaria. On this short route to the Wieskirche - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the Ammergau Cultural Mile - there are several stops to which you are guided with the help of an interactive cultural guide. Before setting off, you should download the Locandy app onto your mobile phone, search for "Wieskirche" in the app and download the guide. The architect of the Wieskirche, Dominikus Zimmermann, guides visitors through the history of the...
- 3.4 (6)·Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly exploration tour in Steingaden, Bavaria. A poacher has been up to mischief around Steingaden for a few weeks now. Go in search of him along the Brettleweg trail. There are tricky puzzles and exciting tasks to master in order to find the poacher and put a stop to his activities. Along the way, you will learn interesting facts about water, forests and moorland. Highlights: - Fun for the whole family - Car parks available - Haareck - Wiesfilz
- 4.4 (3)·Easy·0.8 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular theme trail in Steingaden, Bavaria. An exciting chase awaits visitors on this interactive themed trail. The aim is to solve tricky tasks and, together with Abbot Anselm von Steingaden, find the valuable damask sword stolen from a Guelph tomb. It is best to start the tour with a fully charged battery and download the Locandy app and the guide "The Hunt for the Guelph Sword" at home (simply enter in the app's text search). Highlights of the tour: - Exciting tasks and puzzles -...
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·76.9 km·Est. 24 hr+Recreational long-distance hiking trail in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria On the meditation trail, everyone can find their inner peace, whether spiritually or simply to slow down from the hectic pace of everyday life. The trail passes through beautiful natural landscapes, which are interspersed with historical sites and cultural artefacts. The starting points, direction and stages can be customised. Highlights: - Wieskirche UNESCO World Heritage Site - Oberammergau Passion Theatre - Ettal...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Steingaden?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Steingaden is Ammergau Alps Meditation Trail (long-distance hiking trail). This trail is estimated to be 76.9 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Steingaden?
Steingaden: With an ascent of 2,625 m, Ammergau Alps Meditation Trail (long-distance hiking trail) has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Brettleweg: Wieskirche - Steingaden with 231 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Steingaden?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Steingaden is Ammergau Alps Meditation Trail (long-distance hiking trail) with a 3.0-star rating from 1 reviews.