Best bird watching trails in Bavaria

Popular loop in the border forest between Tyrol and Bavaria. This route takes you on an elevated footpath through the beautiful and wild Leutasch Gorge. The gorge is open in the summer months. On the way there is a small snack bar and a restaurant. Cars can be parked in the Leutasch car park, and a bus also drives here. If there is still some time left, it is worth taking a trip on the Karwendelbahn, which departs from Mittenwald. Highlights: - wonderfully wild nature - Theme trails in the...

Varied loop from Mittenwald in the Alpenwelt Karwendel. This is a very nice and not demanding tour. It goes parallel to the mountain railway on the Hohen Kranzberg, the way back is via Ferchensee and Lautersee. There are numerous huts and places to stop for refreshments on the round. The hike is also suitable as an easy winter hike that can be done without snowshoes. ------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train

Beautiful short hike to the Fischunkelalm in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This is an official hiking trail of the Berchtesgaden Tourist Organization. The hike starts at the landing stage in Salet. To get there, a ship across the Königssee (note the shipping timetable and prices) has to be taken first. From there, the idyllic route leads along the vast banks of the Obersee up to the Fischunkelalm at the lake's southern end. Anyone who wants to go a little further can visit the...

Atmospheric tour of the Alpsee with a view of Neuschwanenstein Castle This route leads around the Alpsee. On the way there are wonderful views of the Alpine landscape and the two castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. In summer, the lake offers small bathing bays to cool off. There is parking at the starting point (for a fee) and there are also restaurants, accommodation and public toilets. Highlights: - child-friendly swimming areas at the lake - Boat rental - View of...

Popular circular route through the Munich English Garden In the middle of the city, the English Garden is a green oasis. This circular route has a lot to offer. The tour begins and ends at the famous Eisbach surfer wave from the Nationalmuseum/Haus der Kunst bus stop. On the route are beautiful green areas, the Eisbach and Kleinhesseloher See are further highlights. You can also stop off in several beer gardens. Highlights of the hike: - Rumford Monument - Eisbach - Minihofbräuhaus -...

Family-friendly loop near Eschenbach in the Northern Upper Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. This entertaining loop trail takes you on well-developed paths through the "Großer Rußweiher bird sanctuary". This is one of the oldest nature reserves in the Upper Palatinate, where it is all about the pond and the beautiful bathing lake Kleiner Rußweiher. There is parking directly at the lake at the starting and ending point of the wonderful circular hike. Attention: Part of the route is a...

This hike leads around the picturesque Grüntensee lake in the Oberallgäu. The Wertach reservoir is known for its crystal-clear water and impressive Alpine panorama. The route starts at the hiking parking lot at the climbing forest. The trail leads around the entire lake on near-natural paths and paved lakeside paths. A particular highlight is the view of the "Guardian of the Allgäu", the 1,738 m high Grünten. Its striking silhouette is perfectly reflected in the water when there is no wind....

Popular circular hiking trail from Murnau am Staffelsee in Upper Bavaria. This classic hike leads around Staffelsee, one of the warmest lakes in Bavaria with its seven islands. Partly along the shore, well-developed paths lead around the lake from Murnau via Uffing, Rieden and Seehausen. Along the hiking route there are always rest and refreshment stops where you can enjoy the lake panorama and the view of the Bavarian Prealps. There are also bathing and camping facilities. Highlights: -...

Idyllic and varied circular hike for the whole family. At the crystal clear Hechtsee the route always leads along the water. The hiker is surrounded by trees and open meadows, picturesque places invite you to linger. The somewhat steeper serpentine path to the Thierberg chapel rewards with a fantastic view over the Kaiser Mountains and the Inn Valley.

Varied route to the popular Tegrnsee, Bavaria. This hiking trail is maintained by the municipal company Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee. You discover the great mountain landscape around Hausham. The path leads uphill through forest and fields over the Huberspitz to the Auerberg and to the Gindelalm Schneid. You can enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding mountains and Lake Tegernsee before the path leads down to the water. a trip to the Tegernsee monastery is also...