Best trails near Türkenköpfl

This alpine mountain hike leads from the idyllic pilgrimage site of Birkenstein up to one of the most famous peaks in the Bavarian Alps, the Wendelstein (1,838 m). The trail opens up the scenically impressive western side of the mountain and follows a challenging mix of shady forest paths, open alpine trails and rocky summit paths. A central highlight is the contrast between the baroque splendour of the Birkenstein pilgrimage chapel at the starting point and the high alpine panorama at the...

This hiking trail is very long and has a strenuous summit crossing. The route is mostly on well-trodden paths, with secured passages on the Hochsalwand and the Wendelstein summit. The view through the Jenbachtal valley makes it clear that the Wendelstein is the biggest peak here. Its rocky, striking summit towers above all the wooded heights around it and it is correspondingly popular with hikers as a tour destination, despite the cogwheel railway and cable car.

Popular, panoramic hiking trail near Fischbachbau, Bavaria. This loop combines an ascent to the popular Breitenstein with the lesser-known Schweinsberg, which promises just as great a view but a little more peace and quiet. Highlights of the hike: - Aiblinger Hütte - Panoramic views - Bucheralm - Hubertus hut

Demanding and panoramic hike in the Chiemsee-Alpenland region near Brannenburg, Bavaria. This hike starts at the Wendelstein cable car in Brannenburg and initially leads steadily uphill along the European long-distance hiking trail to St. Margareten and then via the Mitteralm towards Gaitau. You can stop off at the Mitteralm and enjoy the view. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment stops ------------------------------ Return journey...

This route is stage 16 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning in Fischbachau and ending at the Mitteralm. The path departs the town of Fischbachau, passing the historic Birkenstein pilgrimage church before ascending steep alpine paths. It climbs steadily through dense mountain forests and open alpine meadows, bypassing the rugged Breitenstein peak and navigating the upper slopes beneath the iconic Wendelstein massif before dropping down to the...