Best trails near Benediktenwand
4.6(116 reviews)
Benediktenwand: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Benediktenwand: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Benediktenwand are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.8 (34)·Hard·15.1 km·Est. 7–8 hrPanoramic hike near Lenggries in the Tölzer Land region. This beautiful but also strenuous hike leads from the mountain station of the Brauneck mountain railway along a breathtaking high-altitude trail to the Benediktenwand and back again via the Tutzinger Hütte. The path over the Achselköpfe requires a head for heights and surefootedness. There are numerous refreshment stops at various mountain huts along the way. ---------------------------------- Mountain railway ascent/descent
- 4.7 (27)·Hard·23.7 km·Est. 9–10 hrThis imposing and demanding high-altitude tour leads to the highest peak of the Bavarian Prealps between the Isar and Loisach rivers. The trail explores the mighty north face of the Benediktenwand (1,801 m), following a diverse mixture of broad forestry roads, steep mountain tracks, and rugged rocky paths that require absolute surefootedness in the summit area. A central highlight is the vast panorama from the summit cross, extending from the Wetterstein and Karwendel mountains in the south...
- 4.5 (20)·Hard·12.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrFrom Lenggries heading west, the Via Alpina leads back up the Kaiser-Maximilian Weg to the Brauneck. If you want to save yourself the long ascent through the forest, you can also use the Brauneck cable car. From Brauneck it is a leisurely hike at an altitude of 1,400-1,500m through mountain pines, alpine grass and the rugged terrain along the Benediktenwand. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
- 4.2 (22)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrPanoramic ascent to the Benediktenwand from Jachenau This is quite a long climb that will take some time. It is possible to do this as a two-day tour. Especially the last climb has it all! Most of the tour is through the forest along a small river. At the idyllic Glasbach waterfall it is possible to cool off your feet after the strenuous ascent and take a break. The summit of the Benediktinerwand offers a great view of Munich and the other peaks in the region. Highlights: - Glasbach...
- 4.8 (7)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 13 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at the Tutzinger Hütte and ending in Lenggries. The path traverses the Bavarian Prealps beneath the cliffs of the Benediktenwand and passes the Probstalmhütte and Tölzer Hütte. It continues around the Brauneck massif before descending into the health resort town of Lenggries, passing the historic St. Jakobus Church and the Schellenburg ruins. Overnight stays are accommodated at the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Benediktenwand?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Benediktenwand. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Benediktenwand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Benediktenwand is Rund um die Benediktenwand ab Lenggries, which has a 4.8 star rating from 34 reviews. This trail is 15.1 km long with an elevation gain of 1,224 m.
What is the longest trail near Benediktenwand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Benediktenwand is Über die Benediktenwand nach Lenggries. This trail is estimated to be 25.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Benediktenwand?
Benediktenwand: With an ascent of 1,563 m, Über die Benediktenwand nach Lenggries has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 56 : Lenggries - Tutzinger Hütte with 1,322 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Benediktenwand?
The most popular and difficult trail near Benediktenwand is Rund um die Benediktenwand ab Lenggries with a 4.8-star rating from 34 reviews.
Top sights in Benediktbeuern
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- Eibelskopf
- Benediktenwand
- Tutzinger Hütte
- Benediktenwand-Biwak
- Lainbach
- Lainbachwasserfälle
- Bauernwurf
- Basilika Sankt Benedikt
- Hochmoorpfad
- Kloster Benediktbeuern
- Maria Brunn
- Brandköpfel
- Glaswand
- Vogelbeobachtungsstation Moosmühle
- Schwarzenbergkopf
- Söldner Alm
- Barfußpfad Benediktbeuern
- Buchenauer Kopf
- Kloster Benediktbeuern-Ausblick
- Sommerkeller