Best wildlife trails in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen
4.2(208 reviews)
The Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen nature reserve is located between Schlechingen and Sachrang in the Chiemgau Alps. The Geigelstein is known as the "flower mountain of the Chiemgau" and has numerous botanical peculiarities at high altitudes. The same applies to some species in the eastern Chiemgau Alps that only occur here in Germany.
Top trails
- 4.6 (56)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop in Chiemgau, Bavaria. These three Ice Age lakes are simply perfect for a relaxed family trip and a real insider tip. With a wonderful mountain panorama, the hike leads through the landscape, also known as "Little Canada", with its forestry and alpine pastures. The surrounding meadows are only mowed once a year and are not fertilized. The lakes are among the warmest Bavarian mountain lakes and even have drinking water quality. Start is at the parking lot “P2”. However, there are...
- 4.7 (25)·Hard·10 kmPanoramic mountain hike in the Chiemgau Alps. A demanding and very varied tour through steep Schrofen terrain with some quite difficult climbing passages. The Jägersteig is marked as a black mountain trail and the hike has an overall difficulty level of S2 to S3. Sure-footedness and some experience in alpine terrain are therefore required. However, there is the possibility of skipping the via ferrata section and running an easier variant. For that it is necessary to turn left at the fork in...
- 4.1 (17)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria This wonderful hike with its 16 experience stations was designed to bring people and nature closer together. Trees and animal tracks can be identified, wood drifts can be tried out and gravel can be sorted to get to know this beautiful environment better. The start is at the parking lot (charges apply) near the Urschlau bus stop. It is recommended to stop off at the beautiful Dandl and Langerbauer Almen. Highlights: - mixed...
- 3.9 (20)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular route in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. A fantastic mountain hike that leads along paths, some of which are very nature-near, through the forest and along numerous fantastic views of the peaks of the Chiemgau Alps. It often runs alongside babbling brooks and rivers. It is possible to stop for a bite to eat at the Schwarzachenalm and the Kaitlalm. The start is at the Holzknechtmuseum car park. Highlights of the hike: - Schwarzachen - Holzknecht museum - great views -...
- 4.7 (12)·Hard·22.5 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis route follows Stage 6 of the SalzAlpenSteig, traveling from Inzell to Bad Reichenhall on a longer day that links moorland, waterfalls, and the edge of the Berchtesgaden Alps. From Inzell, it passes through the Schmelz area and quieter wetland terrain, continues toward the Weißbach Gorge and the Weißbach Falls, and then leads into Bad Reichenhall, giving the stage a more varied character than a simple valley walk and a clear sense of drawing closer to the more dramatic mountain terrain...
- 4.3 (12)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrFantastic hiking route in the Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen nature reserve, Bavaria. In Laubau at the car park near the Holzknecht Museum, this wonderful route leads along the Fischbach stream up to Heutal. There are some wonderful waterfalls to visit along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Holzknecht Museum - Along the Fischbach stream - Staubfall waterfall - Several great viewpoints - Fischbach Falls waterfall
- 4.3 (16)·Hard·4.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrWonderful hiking route in Inzell, Bavaria. This beautiful hike leads through the Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen nature reserve. From the car park, you hike along the Brennasteig trail to the Kreuzspitze, which lies at an altitude of 1071 metres. There you can enjoy great views. Highlights of the tour: - Kienbergl Kreuzspitze - Beautiful views
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows Stage 5 of the SalzAlpenSteig, traveling from Ruhpolding to Inzell on a mountain stage that combines open alpine pastures, forest, and quieter high-country terrain in the eastern Chiemgau Alps. From the valley around Ruhpolding, it climbs across meadows and wooded slopes toward Taubensee, passes small chapels and older cultural landmarks, and then gradually eases down toward Inzell, giving the stage a balanced feel between alpine hiking and the settled landscape that still...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen is Little Canada - Walk in the 3 Lakes Area, which has a 4.6 star rating from 56 reviews. This trail is 6.6 km long with an elevation gain of 132 m.
What is the longest wildlife trail in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen is SalzAlpenSteig: Prien am Chiemsee – Obertraun. This trail is estimated to be 239.5 km long.
How many wildlife trails are in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen?
There are 17 wildlife trails in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen.These wildlife trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 208 AllTrails community reviews.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Naturschutzgebiet Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen?
SalzAlpenSteig: Prien am Chiemsee – Obertraun has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 11,706 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Sonntagshorn via Mittleres and Hinteres Kraxenbach Valley, which has 1,442 m of elevation gain.
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