Best trail running trails in Garching bei München

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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Garching bei München 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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#1 - On the Isar between Garching and Ismaning
4.7 (20)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Family-friendly loop trail on the Isar, Bavaria. The water is a constant companion on this loop trail west of Ismaning. Sometimes you hike directly along the Isar, then a short stop at the small Ausee is a good idea. The starting point for the hike suggested here is a bus stop, but the car park on the B 471 near the Ausee is also a good place to start. Highlights of the hike: - Isar - Aussee - Lower Schwabinger Altbach - alluvial forests - Schleissheim Canal
#2 - Kleine Isar-Runde bei Garching
4.8 (17)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#3 - Garching Lake Loop
4.0 (11)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Round in Garching near Munich, Bavaria, Germany. You start in downtown Garching. The round leads out of the village, over the motorway and once around the Garchinger See. The route is good for a jog or just a walk. Afterwards you can go to the city center for something to eat.
#4 - Forschungszentrum Garching - Schloss Erching
4.2 (7)·Moderate·10.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Relaxed hike along the Isar, Bavaria. Out into the countryside directly from the university and research center of the TU Munich in Garching. The wooded landscapes along the Isar are characteristic of the route. With Erching Castle and its St. Walburga Chapel, there is also a cultural attraction along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Isar - Erching Castle
#5 - Biergarten Mühlenpark und Isar ab Garching
4.5 (2)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#6 - Garchinger See und Mallertshofer See
5.0 (2)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#7 - Garchinger Seenrunde
3.7 (3)·Moderate·10.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
#8 - Mallertshofer See und Hollerner See
Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
#9 - Garchinger Obstgarten und Biergarten Mühlenpark
Easy·4.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest running trail in Garching bei München?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Garching bei München is Mallertshofer See und Hollerner See. This trail is estimated to be 12.4 mi long.

Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Garching bei München?

Garching bei München: With an ascent of 774 ft, Mallertshofer See und Hollerner See has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Garchinger Seenrunde with 682 ft of elevation gain.