Best hard trails in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land

The route to the Kehlsteinhaus offers a unique insight into the interplay between nature and history in the Bavarian Alps. From the lower car park, visitors can follow paths that have been drawing people to these heights for generations. Along the way, the air is fresh, and the scenery changes from dense green forests to open, rocky slopes where alpine flowers bloom in the warmer months. Once at the top, the building stands as a rare example of architecture from a troubled era and now serves...

A short, popular hike in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This short route leads through the Almbachklamm. This lies between Marktschellenberg and Berchtesgaden in the Berchtesgaden Alps. The path leads through the gorge on a narrow way, similar to the Wolfsklamm. Thanks to the attached railings, the hike is safe and requires no additional equipment. However, hiking shoes with non-slip soles are recommended. From the oldest marble ball mill in Germany, it goes through the gorge and then...

Historic, certified premium hiking trail in Berchtesgardener Land, Bavaria. This impressive and popular premium hiking trail is part of the SalzAlpenTouren and leads over 29 bridges and footbridges through the wild and romantic gorges of the Almbachklamm. Right at the start, you can marvel at Germany's oldest marble ball mill, followed by the Sulzer waterfall and the Kugelmühle inn as a refreshment stop. The region is also known for the pilgrimage church Maria Heimsuchung in Ettenberg, as...

Demanding and scenic tour at Königssee in Bavaria. The Grünstein is a panoramic mountain on the Königssee north of the Watzmann. It is often climbed on the normal route, but more demanding sports via ferratas also lead to the summit. This tour definitely requires experience, a head for heights, surefootedness and a good level of fitness. It is important to wear a rockfall helmet and to have complete via ferrata equipment. Four different routes lead to the summit: "Isidor-Steig": This is...

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...

Popular circular hiking trail in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. The hiking route first leads along the Klammsteig trail to the viewing point, from where you can enjoy an excellent view of the Sulzer waterfall. The route then leads back to the starting point via Ettenberg with its idyllic church and Alpine panorama. There are refreshment stops both at the starting point and in Ettenberg. Please note: You have to pay an entrance fee to access the Almbachklamm gorge. ---- Accessible by bus...

Popular hike near Berchtesgaden, Bavaria. The route begins at the free hiking car park on the Berchtesgadener Ache, near Marktschellenberg. Surrounded by illuminated beech forest, the trail climbs quickly. The Bachgraben and Lochgraben, with pools and waterfalls, follow the path a little lower down. From about half the way, the trees become fewer, the shade decreases, and the views improve. The route soon passes the Toni-Lenz hut, a great place to take a refreshing break. Then it's on to...

Panoramic and challenging circular route near Bad Reichenhall, Bavaria. A great circular route is waiting to be explored here, which leads over the Dötzenkopf and the Wappachkopf on sometimes challenging, steep paths. The Dötzenkopf is the lowest one-thousand metre peak in the Berchtesgaden Alps. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and a head for heights are a great advantage, as the trail crosses several bridges and is secured by wire ropes in the summit region. Magnificent views over Bad...

Panoramic circular route in the Berchtesgaden mountains in Bavaria. A great mountain hike that is also possible with slightly older children. The path is mostly easy to walk on, sure-footedness is recommended. The start is in Maria Gern, where there are car parks and the "Maria Gern" bus stop. The Marxenhöhe is located at the foot of the Kneifelspitze. From here, magnificent views of Berchtesgaden, the Watzmann and the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed. There are several benches to take...

Popular circular hike in Berchtesgadener Land. Highlights: - Theresienklause - Watzmann view - Ball mill - Sulzer waterfall - Maria Ettenberg church - View from the Ettenberg -------------------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train (bus stop/ Hintergern car park)