Best trails near Glaswand

This route follows stage 12 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at the Herzogstandhaus and ending at the Tutzinger Hütte. The path descends from the Herzogstandhaus past the scenic shores of the Walchensee and Kochelsee lakes before climbing up the Jochberg mountain. It winds northeast through rugged alpine terrain, offering sweeping valley views and passing hidden waterfalls along the base of the Benediktenwand. Overnight stays are accommodated...

Panoramic hike in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. The tour down to Kochel am See starts at the Tutzinger Hut at the foot of the Benediktenwand. Depending on the weather, the hut is open from mid/end April to the end of October or beginning of November (see "Tips"). The route leads via the Staffelalm alp and the Kochler Alp and then along forest roads down to Kochel am See. There are overnight accommodation and refreshment stops here and the journey can be continued by train from Kochel...

This expansive and physically demanding mountain bike tour leads entirely around the majestic Benediktenwand, the most prominent peak in the Bavarian Prealps. The route follows a diverse mix of challenging gravel climbs and flowing forestry roads through the scenic terrain between Benediktbeuern and the Jachenau valley. A major highlight is the constant view of the massif's north face, which drops vertically for nearly 1,300 feet. Due to its length and steep sections, the trail requires...

The stage leads from the Tutzinger Hütte in a leisurely hike over the numerous alpine pastures to the Jochbergalm. From here it goes steeply down to the Kesselberghöhe, where you cross the road coming from Walchensee. The stage destination is the well-known Herzogstandhäuser, a popular excursion destination from Walchensee. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail

Spectacular mountain bike tour near Lenggries in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. A challenging MTB route through the Schwarzenbach valley to the Benediktenwand, which offers many deep and wide views of the Bavarian Alps. With some great trail paths, forest tracks and a short carrying section. --------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train