Best river trails in Ettal
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Explore the most popular river trails near Ettal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.4 (74)·Hard·4.3 miFamous via ferrata in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria This route leads from the car park at Ettal Abbey to the summit of the Ettaler Mandl and back again. Since the first half of the hike is all uphill, a certain fitness level is an advantage. From Ettal, you first walk along a small river through dense mountain forest before you reach the via ferrata. Although this is relatively short and easy to do, sure-footedness, sturdy shoes, and a head for heights are essential. The via Ferrata is also...
- 4.5 (45)·Hard·8.5 mi·Est. 6–7 hrPromising summit hike in the Ammergau Alps from Linderhof Castle. The first part of the ascent is technically easy on well-developed paths to the Brunnenkopfhütte, which offers refreshment stops from May to October. However, since a lot of altitude has to be overcome up to this point, you should be in good physical condition. Then it goes on steep paths, some of which are secured by wire ropes, to the summit. At the end there is also an easy climbing area, so surefootedness and a head for...
- 4.0 (12)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrNatural route section in the Ammer Mountains, Bavaria The last section leads along the Ammer sources, their source streams and source pots. Past farms, moors and historical sights it goes to the end of the meditation path, to Linderhof with castle and park. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Small bunting springs - Gertrude's Chapel - Linderhof Palace Park
- 4.7 (7)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrAfter the last long stage, this one from Linderhof to the Kenzen hut is rather short and invites you to linger, relax, and let your mind roam free. The trail leads steadily upwards along the Sägertalbach stream to the Bäckenalm pasture. From there, it then becomes steep to climb the 1,536m high Bäckenalmsattel pass. On the western side, the trail leads down across alpine meadows to the Kenzen hut. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here:...
- 4.4 (10)·Moderate·14.7 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrOfficial and promising hiking tour in Ettal, Bavaria. Beautiful hike organized by the Ammergauer Alpen GmbH tourism organization, which leads to the Linderhof royal palace. There you can explore great things, the castle park is also recommended. Highlights of the route: - Visit to the royal castle Linderhof - Linderhof Palace Park - Fantastic alpine panorama
- 4.8 (7)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrBreathtaking hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park, Bavaria. There is an option to arrive at the Linderhof car park, but there is also a bus stop not that far from the starting point. It goes through the beautiful forest to some vantage points. At the end of the tour, it scores with the impressive Linderhof Palace with its palace park. Highlights of the tour: - Roßeck (1305 m) - Wellhead Hut - Hen's Head (1768) - Linderhof Palace - Venus Grotto in the Linderhof Palace Park
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·35.3 mi·Est. 15–16.5 hrThis epic and scenically outstanding route connects two of the most iconic locations in the Bavarian Alps: the spiritual center of Ettal Abbey and Lake Eibsee, known as the "Bavarian Caribbean," at the foot of the Zugspitze. The path explores the Ammergau Alps and the Werdenfelser Land, following a demanding mixture of alpine forestry roads, cycle paths along the Loisach River, and lakeside trails. A central highlight is the contrast between the Baroque splendor of the Ettal Basilica and the...
- 4.2 (6)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis hike to the Notkarspitze has some steep stages. From the summit you have a great panoramic view of the Ammergau Alps, on the rugged limestone mountains of the Wetterstein and the Karwendel and out to the Ammersee and Starnberger See in the Bavarian Alpine foothills. The steep ascent over the gorge of the Gießenbach provides for adventure feeling, but also requires some orientation.
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·11.8 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrFrom WP at Graswang (880m) SW direction to Linder and at this river downstream to the bridge, turn right direction SO after Dickelschwaig and continue towards Kienjoch. At the junction "Kuhalmstr." Turn right onto the small path and on this soon steeply SW direction through the forest. At 1050m you meet the Forstrasse, which you follow to the left uphill towards Notkarspitze / Kienjoch. At 1320m you leave the Kuhalm left and follow at 1380m at the signpost "Kienjoch" the path right direction...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 9 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at Schloss Linderhof and ending at the Hörnlehütte. The path departs from the Linderhof palace grounds and climbs via long switchbacks through the forests and krummholz zones of the Pürschling mountain. It descends along the Pürschlingweg past the Josephsflecken chapel and the Schleifmühlenklamm gorge into Unterammergau before making a final ascent to the Hörnle ridge. Overnight...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Ettal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Ettal is Ettal via Eibsee Lake. This trail is estimated to be 35.3 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Ettal?
Ettal: With an ascent of 4,688 ft, Ettal via Eibsee Lake has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Maximiliansweg Stage 9: Linderhof - Hörnlehütte with 4,245 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Ettal?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Ettal is Ettaler Manndl Via Ferrata with a 4.4-star rating from 74 reviews.