Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber
16.7kmLength
836mElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Out-and-back
Popular hike in the Bavarian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria.
Hiking trail 1 of the Bavarian Forest Nature Park starts in Bodenmais. From here, you hike via Mittagsplatzl to the Großer Arber, the highest mountain in the Bavarian Forest. If you want to stop for a bite to eat, continue along the Arberweg to the Eisensteiner Hütte (open daily from 10 am to 4 pm).
Highlights of the hike:
- Bodenmais
- Lunch spot
- Großer Arber (1456 metres above sea level)
- Nature reserve Großer Arber and Arberseewand
- View of the Großer Arbersee lake
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Top sights
Großer Arber
Peak
Mittagsplatzl
Peak
Schutzhütte am Seesteig
Weather shelter
Hochzellberg
Peak
Zwieseler Hütte
Hut
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 16.7-km out-and-back trail near Bodenmais, Bavaria. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and trail running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Expected weather for Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber for the next 5 days is:
- Fri 25 September - 18.7 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 21 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 24.1 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 25.7 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 21.7 degrees/clear
Where is Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber located?
Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is a trail located in Bavarian Forest Nature Park.
How hard is Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is considered a hard hike that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 836 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is considered a hard hike that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 836 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber an out-and-back trail?
Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is an out-and-back trail that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 836 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Out-and-back trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow the route out to a specific point, and then retrace your steps to return to the start. The length of the trail refers to the entire route — travelling out and back on this route covers 16.7 km.
How long is Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is an out-and-back trail that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 836 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Out-and-back trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow the route out to a specific point, and then retrace your steps to return to the start. The length of the trail refers to the entire route — travelling out and back on this route covers 16.7 km.
Are dogs allowed on Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Dogs may be allowed on Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is there running at Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is good for running. This trail covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 836 m.
Are there forests at Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Yes, Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber is a forest trail in Bavarian Forest Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Hiking trail 1: Bodenmais - Mittagsplatzl - Grosser Arber, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 22 September 2026 at 00:34 GMT+0