Best trails near Schutzhütte Wasserwandl

Varied hike in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. From the hiking car park near Kohlstadt, the route goes along the Weiße Achen river with its spectacular waterfalls to the Hinteralm hut. There are wonderful views of the Bavarian Alps, especially from the cosy terrace. Snacks and cake can be enjoyed here during the alpine pasture season. Most of the time, the route follows wide and gradually steeper forest roads. Highlights: - great views - impressive waterfalls - cosy alpine pasture

This hike leads to a hidden natural gem at the foot of the Hochfelln: the Bergen waterfall (also known as the Weißachen waterfall). From the starting point, the trail leads gently uphill along the Weißache river into the valley. A particular highlight is reaching the waterfall, which cascades over an overgrown rock face into a natural pool - a wonderfully cool place on hot summer days. In the surrounding mixed mountain forests of beech and fir trees, squirrels and grey wagtails can often be...

A little tour gem in Chiemgau. A nice little bike tour peppered with trail sections and beautiful panoramic views. From the valley station of the Hochfelln cable car, the route starts on a gravel track up to the old Maria Eck pilgrimage church. After that, gravel paths and trails alternate. The forest trails near Lohen in particular are pure riding fun. A scenic ride into the Urschlau valley, then up to Eschelmoos via old salt works paths. The enjoyable end to the tour is the ride on rough...

This route follows Stage 3 of the SalzAlpenSteig, traveling from the Brachtalm to Bergen on one of the shorter but steeper days in the Chiemgau. From alpine pastures and forest above Staudach-Egerndach, it climbs toward the Hochfelln area before descending to Bergen; boardwalks across wetter ground and broader views give the stage a more alpine feel than its mileage might suggest at first. Overnight stays are usually in inns or village accommodations in Bergen. Sturdy hiking boots and solid...