Best cave trails in Ammergau Alps Nature Park
The nature park was founded in 2017 and covers 227 square kilometres of the upper Ammertal, the north-east of the Ammergebirge, the Laber-Aufacker massif and the Tertiary coal mountains between Unternogg and the Echelsbach bridge. The ice-age moors provide a habitat for unique plants, including many orchid species in the nature park, as well as the blue marsh star, feverfew and the yellow-flowering Karlszepter, and the traditional cultivation of the cultural landscape can be experienced with farm tours, animal visits and tastings.
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- 4.0 (18)·Moderate·14.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park. This easy and beautiful tour starts in the centre of Oberammergau and leads along the Ammer via the Ettaler Weidmoos to Ettal Monastery. Highlights of the hike: - Ettal Benedictine monastery - Ammergau Alps cheese dairy - Bear cave and the Vogelherdweg
- 4.6 (27)·Hard·16.6 km·Est. 7–8 hrDemanding, panoramic hike in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria. A challenging hike that starts in eastern Oberammergau and leads up to the Ettaler Mandl. Once at the top, you can take a break and enjoy the view before starting the descent. The summit offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. If you follow the route in the direction of Ettal, you will eventually return to the starting point - the valley station of the Laber mountain railway. In snowy conditions, microspikes are...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·9.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route links the royal architecture of Schloss Linderhof with the alpine meadows of the Kolbensattel region. The landscape is dominated by steep limestone formations and high-altitude vegetation typical of the Northern Limestone Alps, featuring spruce, fir, and beech trees. As the elevation increases, the surroundings open to provide views of the Ettal Abbey and the peak of the Kofel. The trail surface is structured as a combination of stabilized forest roads and narrower mountain paths...
- 3.5 (6)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPicturesque stretch of road in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria From Oberammergau, the route passes the historic crucifixion group, the Kälberplatte and the Bärenhöhle to the Ettal monastery. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Passion theatre - Ettal Monastery
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·38.3 km·Est. 17–18.5 hr3-4 day ridge hike. Most of the route leads over the ridge and is a real pleasure in fine weather. Start at Füssen Tegelbergbahn. 1st hut Kenzenhütte (great hut food, room, bathroom) 2nd hut Brunnenkopfaus 3rd hut Alfred Schuster Haus (rustic hut, with very modest washing facilities). Destination Oberammergau. Please note that the return journey to Füssen by public transport is not easy. During the school holidays in Bavaria, the buses are even less frequent.
- 1.0 (2)·Hard·34.4 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrFrom the motorway exit Eschenlohe (625m) in the direction of Höllenstein (630m). Shortly before the motorway exit, turn right towards Ettaler Mandl. Always follow the signs. After approx. 7km turn right steeply up into the forest, first on a cart track, later on a narrow path. You end up near Bärenbadflecken. From there, take a detour to the Soile Alm (1325m). From there take the forest road to Oberammergau, at 1070m turn right onto the trail into the Lainetal valley. In Oberammergau, follow...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail with caves to hike in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail with caves to hike in Ammergau Alps Nature Park is Rund um Kloster Ettal, which has a 4.0 star rating from 18 reviews. This trail is 14.6 km long with an elevation gain of 368 m.
What is the longest trail with caves in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Ammergau Alps Nature Park is Oberammergau Hüttentour. This trail is estimated to be 38.3 km long.
How many cave trails are in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
There are 6 cave trails in Ammergau Alps Nature Park.These cave trails have an average 3.5-star ratingfrom 57 AllTrails community reviews.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
Oberammergau Hüttentour has the most elevation gain for cave trails with 2,887 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rund ums Ettaler Mandl , which has 1,209 m of elevation gain.
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