Best dog-friendly trails in Bavaria

The trail to the Kehlsteinhaus offers a unique glimpse into the interplay of nature and history in the Bavarian Alps. From the lower parking lot, visitors can hike along paths that have drawn people to these heights for generations. Along the way, the air is crisp, and the scenery shifts from dense green forests to open, rocky slopes where alpine flowers bloom during the warmer months. Once at the top, the building stands as a rare example of architecture from a difficult era and now serves...

Popular loop trail near Mittenwald, Bavaria. This is a delightful hike near Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It leads around two lakes, where you always have the Karwendel and Wetterstein mountains in view. The many places to stop and rest along the lakes always invite you to linger. The Lautersee in particular is characterized by particularly clear water, as it is mainly fed by underground springs. It also owes its name to this property, because "Lauter" means so much as clear, pure. Both lakes are...

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

Panoramic hike up the Kofel. The striking rocky peak directly above Oberammergau, the Kofel, has a great view despite its low altitude. Although the climb is not long, it is a tough one. Although it is very well secured with many steel cables, sure-footnes and a head for heights to master the "easy" climb is definetely needed. Highlights: - Great views

Atmospheric ascent to the Brecherspitz from Fischhausen-Nehhaus, Bavaria. It starts at the Fischhausen-Neuhaus train station, which can be easily reached from Munich with the BOB (Bayerische Oberland Bahn). The ascent runs on forest roads over the Ankelalm up to the summit of the Brecherspitze. During the Alm season, the Alm is managed except on Mondays and invites you to stop by. The last stretch to the summit is more demanding and requires sure-footedness and a head for heights. A...

Popular, multifaceted loop in the Bavarian Prealps near Miesbach, Bavaria. This hike starts at the Birkenstein car park and leads uphill to the signpost, where you turn left. The Bucheralm is no longer managed, but the Hubertushütte is open between May and November, Mondays and Tuesdays are days off. Before setting out on the hike, however, it is recommended to obtain information about the current opening hours. The same applies to the rustic Kesselalm on the Breitenstein. After climbing...

Varied loop hike in the Zugspitz region from Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The Partnach Gorge is a gorge that has been declared a national monument and features spectacular waterfalls and pools. This themed trail not only leads through the gorge, which is subject to a fee but also up to the Partnachalm with a view of the Wetterstein massif. The way back is mainly through forests around the Kochelberg. There is the Kochelberg Alm, idyllically situated by the pond, as a place to stop. Highlights of...

Panoramic summit hike on Lake Tegersee, Bavaria. Always with the popular Tegernsee in view, five peaks are visited along the circular route. Uphill from the parking lot, forest and meadow paths lead up to the tree-free heights of the Riederstein. The small neo-Gothic chapel on the Riederstein is a special historical attraction. With a bit of stamina, the trail continues steadily uphill to the Rohrkopf and finally to the highest point of the hike - the Baumgartenschneid. Take the same route...

Popular loop in Allgäu, Bavaria. This varied hike starts and ends at Oberstdorf train station (accessible by bus and train). The route is relatively easy due to its minor differences in altitude. Still, there is never a dull moment on this tour through quiet forests, idyllic meadows, past photogenic rivers and lakes. Those interested in winter sports can look forward to an attraction worth seeing: the 235 m high Heini-Klopfer ski jumping hill - the jump is not only the largest in Germany...

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 -...