Best child-friendly trails in Berchtesgaden National Park
The Berchtesgaden National Park is located in the German Alps and is known for its incredibly beautiful landscapes. Many plant and animal species live here in forests, mountains, valleys and glaciers. It's worth taking a trip to the breathtaking lakes Hintersee and Königssee or enjoying the view with a refreshment on the summit of the Grünstein.
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- 4.7 (177)·Moderate·2.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-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: -...
- 4.7 (107)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 8–9 hrBeautiful short hike to the Fischunkelalm in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This is an official hiking trail of the Berchtesgaden Tourist Organization. The hike starts at the landing stage in Salet. To get there, a ship across the Königssee (note the shipping timetable and prices) has to be taken first. From there, the idyllic route leads along the vast banks of the Obersee up to the Fischunkelalm at the lake's southern end. Anyone who wants to go a little further can visit the...
- 4.5 (25)·Moderate·3.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular hiking trail in Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria This is a beautiful and very relaxed hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, starting at the Jennerbahn mountain station. Sturdy shoes are recommended despite the short distance - the route leads through alpine terrain. Many hikers take a break at the Carl von Stahl-Haus. The popular hut offers unforgettable panoramic views of the Berchtesgaden Alps. The valley station of the Jennerbahn cable car can be reached by bus and train...
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThose wandering from the Seeklause toward the Ragertalm can see how humans and nature have lived together for centuries. The Ragertalm is still an active alpine pasture where farm animals graze during the warmer months, continuing a long tradition of mountain farming. While walking, you might notice unique juniper stands and Scots pine trees that thrive in this part of the park. Before starting, consider visiting the Klausbachhaus information point near the trailhead to see their exhibition...
- 5.0 (6)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The tour begins and ends at Hirschbichlstrasse, where you can use one of the hiker's car parks, which are subject to a fee, or you can also travel by bus. The Hintersee National Park information point (Klausbachhaus) is also located there. The tour is suitable for children due to its short distance and low gradients. After a short stretch of asphalt road, continue on hiking trail number 481 to the Ragertalm crossroads, where...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·4.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly hike from the Jennerbahn mountain station, Bavaria. This fairly short loop leads from the Jenner mountain station via the Mitterkaseralm to the Carl-von-Stahl Haus. You can take the Jennerbahn cable car to the starting point (note timetable and prices). From there, the route is initially quite leisurely to the Mitterkaseralm, which is open seasonally, with a detour to the viewpoint on the Vogelstein. Shortly afterwards, the route climbs gently and steadily until you turn...
Visitor info
Important information about flora and fauna is available at the Haus der Berge National Park Centre, which also impresses with its special architecture. The main information centre is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Last admission is 4 pm. There are also many other information centres spread throughout the national park. There are small exhibitions at each of these centres, which go into more detail on individual topics.
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