Best waterfall trails in Germany

Historical, famous trail in Ostallgäu, Bavaria. Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most famous castles in the world. It receives over a million visitors annually and has been open to the public since 1886. The castle is a 19th century Romanesque revival castle built under the Bavarian King Ludwig II, located above the village of Hohenschwangau. He had Neuschwanstein built in the style of the old German knight's castles. Today the castle is maintained by the Bavarian Palace Administration....

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, multifaceted circular hiking trail near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. The hike through the Partnach Gorge is among the most beautiful in the Alps. The gorge, declared a natural monument, is the natural outflow of the Schneeferner, the remains of a glacier on the Zugspitzplatt. The Partnach Gorge itself is about 700 meters long and, in places, more than 80 meters deep, making it an excellent attraction for the whole family. Children, in particular, will enjoy the many tunnels and...

Pleasant official alpine hike of the municipality of Garmisch-Partenkirchen through the Partnach Gorge, Bavaria. This hike can be reached by bus and train (ski stadium bus stop). Parking is available at the starting point for those arriving by car. There are also numerous places to stop for refreshments along the route. The route is, therefore, ideal as a day trip from Munich. The hiking trail starts at the ski stadium in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The route then leads southerly through the...

Historical and varied circular hiking trail in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The Höllental valley is famous for its waterfalls and its gorge (Ravenna). This beautiful hike starts at the car park at the Ravennahaus and begins with the ascent through the Ravenna Viaduct to the Ravenna Gorge, a narrow side valley of the Höllental. This section runs along a beautiful hiking trail that playfully follows the river. Around every bend, it is possible to catch a glimpse of a beautiful...

Panoramic, certified premium hiking trail in the Upper Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This circular trail is one of the Black Forest gourmet trails. Stunning views and impressive nature make this trail exciting and varied from the first to the last step. It starts at the Haus der Natur. The route leads along the Franz-Klarmeyer-Weg via the Bismarck monument to Feldberg. Here you can enjoy the marvellous view before the descent to the Baldenweger Hütte begins. There you can stop for a bite...

Beautiful circular hiking trail near Langenberg, Black Forest Central/North Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. On this idyllic circular hike, you hike through the wild and romantic valley of the Gertelbach. The path leads over picturesque footbridges, numerous bridges along imposing rock formations, and of course, to impressive waterfalls. From the Wiedenfelsen, one can also enjoy an outstanding view over the Rhine Valley and the Vosges. There are places to stop and rest along the...

Great circular route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg This walk leads through a wildly romantic valley with a rustic gorge forest to the Geroldsau waterfall. The trip in June is particularly attractive when the rhododendrons are in bloom. With a slight incline, it goes over natural paths and footbridges without any major challenges. Since it can be slippery from time to time, children should be sure-footed. At the starting point there is parking at the Malschbach hiking car park.

Popular circular route near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria A great circular route that impresses not only with beautiful views but above all with its roaring waters. The wonderful forest sections, romantic meadow passages on which picture-perfect cows graze next to historic huts and the fantastic views would make this route a worthwhile hike. The real jewel, however, is the Partnach Gorge. Designated as a natural monument as early as 1912, the approximately 700 meter long and up to 80 meter...

Varied, picturesque circular hike in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The largest natural waterfalls in the northern Black Forest are explored on this route. The path leads along natural paths through wildly romantic gorges and rock formations, over stairs and along several bridges. In the midst of the impressive mountains of Schliffkopf, Hundskopf and Schwabenkopf, the water falls almost 90 meters down and fascinates everyone. On the way there is a lot to read about the legends that...