Best mountain biking 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.
Top trails
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·41.5 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrVaried mountain bike tour in the Ammergebirge nature reserve, Bavaria. This mountain bike tour can be easily reached by public transport - the starting point of the tour is the railway station in Farchant. From here, you cycle around several mountain ranges of the Ammergebirge, through the valley of the Elmaubach and past the Ettaler Mühle (refreshments available). The majority of the route leads through the forest. Highlights of the tour: - Ettal mill - Valley of the Loisach - View over...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·56.8 km·Est. 15–16.5 hrThis epic and scenically outstanding route connects two of the most iconic locations in the Bavarian Alps: the spiritual center of Ettal Abbey and Lake Eibsee, known as the "Bavarian Caribbean," at the foot of the Zugspitze. The path explores the Ammergau Alps and the Werdenfelser Land, following a demanding mixture of alpine forestry roads, cycle paths along the Loisach River, and lakeside trails. A central highlight is the contrast between the Baroque splendor of the Ettal Basilica and the...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·60 km·Est. 16–17.5 hrPanoramic MTB tour in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park, Bavaria. This cross-border mountain bike tour starts at the hikers' car park in Graswang. From here, it follows the Rotmoostour in a south-westerly direction and along the Frieder, where the highest point of the tour is reached soon. This is followed by a long descent and a nice tour through the Friedergries. Shortly before the end at Linderhof Castle and on the northern shore of the Plansee directly at the campsite there are refreshment...
- 4.1 (3)·Hard·42 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrThis tour includes the "difficult ascent to Windwurfeck" (not really worthwhile). Long ascent to the three marks with beautiful views of the Murnauer Moos, steep descent to Unterammergau, along the Ammer via Oberammergau back up to the Bärenbadflecken. The final downhill trail that follows is mostly rideable.
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·44.7 km·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrAscent from Oberau to Farchant and up to the Enningalm (trail 256). The trail begins there (still trail 256) down to the Rotmoosalm. A very easy gravel path with lots of hairpin bends and no technical challenges. From the Rotmoosalm, a leisurely roll back via Ettal to Oberau.
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·57.9 km·Est. 17.5–19 hrFrom the motorway exit Eschenlohe (625m) head south. Always follow the forest track towards Höhenberg. In Katzental turn left out of the valley. At 720m turn left onto the trail to the 7 benches and down to Oberau. Follow the Giessenbach footpath to St. Georg. On the Hirschbergweg or Spielleitenweg to Farchant (680m). At Lahnenwiesgraben turn right onto the forest road to Enningalm. Follow this road and the signposts to the Enningalm. At the Enningalm (1560m), turn left onto the trail to the...
- 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 for mountain biking in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for mountain biking in Ammergau Alps Nature Park is Farchant, Krottenkoepfel, and Oberau, which has a 4.0 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 41.5 km long with an elevation gain of 1,418 m.
What is the longest mountain biking trail in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest mountain biking trail in Ammergau Alps Nature Park is MTB Tour: Graswang - Plansee. This trail is estimated to be 60.0 km long.
How many mountain biking trails are in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
There are 8 mountain biking trails in Ammergau Alps Nature Park.These mountain biking trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 16 AllTrails community reviews.
Which mountain biking trail has the most elevation gain in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?
Eschenlohe-Enningalm has the most elevation gain for mountain biking trails with 1,967 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is MBT-Tour um den Aufacker, which has 1,535 m of elevation gain.
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