Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee
6kmLength
144mElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Circular
Popular city walk in Burghausen, Bavaria.
Burghausen Castle, built before 1025, towers high above the old town centre. On this circular walk through the pretty little town on the Salzach river, you not only have the opportunity to explore the castle, but can also enjoy fantastic views of the Salzach valley and the main castle or lose yourself in the alleyways of the historic old town.
Highlights of the route:
- Burghausen Castle with town museum and torture museum
- historic old town
- Wöhrsee lake
- Salzach
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Top sights
Wöhrsee
Lake
Schwammerl
Viewpoint
Altstadt-Ausblick
Viewpoint
Wöhrturm
Attraction
Blick zur Hauptburg
Viewpoint
Schulgarten Maria-Ward-Realschule
Garden
Aussichtsturm
Viewpoint
Waldrapp-Brutnische
Attraction
Grundmauern Villa Galitzenstein von 1905-2005
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 6.0-km circular trail near Burghausen, Bavaria. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 33 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Expected weather for Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 21.5 degrees/onbewolkt
- Sun 27 September - 22 degrees/mistig
- Mon 28 September - 22.2 degrees/onbewolkt
- Tue 29 September - 22.1 degrees/onbewolkt
- Wed 30 September - 22.7 degrees/onbewolkt
Where is Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee located?
Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is a trail located in Burghausen, Bavaria, Germany.
How hard is Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is considered an easy hike that covers 6 km, with an elevation gain of 144 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is considered an easy hike that covers 6 km, with an elevation gain of 144 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee a circular?
Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is a circular trail that covers 6 km, with an elevation gain of 144 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is a circular trail that covers 6 km, with an elevation gain of 144 m. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Dogs may be allowed on Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there lakes at Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Yes, Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is near Wöhrsee.
Are there scenic views at Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Schwammerl, Altstadt-Ausblick, Blick zur Hauptburg and Aussichtsturm.
Is Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee a city walk?
Yes, Burghausen: Castle - old town - Woehrsee is a city walk in Burghausen, Bavaria, Germany.
Last updated on 23 September 2026 at 23:15 GMT+0