Best river trails in Gauting
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Explore the most popular river trails near Gauting with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.8 (22)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis historic route leads north of Lake Starnberg through the idyllic Würmtal valley and up the wooded hills near Leutstetten. The trail runs along a varied mixture of paved forest paths, gentle meadow paths and historic sunken paths. A central highlight is the Schlossberg, where the remains of Karlsburg Castle are located, a medieval Wittelsbach castle complex, of which impressive ramparts and moats are still visible today. The damp lowlands of the Leutstettener Moos are an excellent place...
- 4.4 (25)·Easy·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis bike tour follows the course of the Würm river, connecting the historic town of Gauting with the shores of Lake Starnberg. The route typically starts at Gauting station and leads through the romantic Würm Valley, which was shaped by the last ice age. Along the way, visitors cycle past the historic Reismühle, which legend claims is the birthplace of Charlemagne, and the Fußberg Castle with its extensive park. In the natural floodplain forests and moors, grey herons by the water or rare...
- 4.0 (20)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop trail near Gauting, Bavaria. A relaxed route through the Wuermtal, which often leads directly along the river on hiking trails that are close to nature. Those interested in history can take a detour to the ramparts on the Schlossberg. Highlights of the hike: - Wuerm - Natural paths - dense forest - Schlossberg with high medieval castle stables (optional detour)
- 3.0 (5)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hike between Gauting and Lake Starnberg in Upper Bavaria. The circular trail leads from Unterbrunn through the Königswieser Forst forest and along the Würm river, sometimes along less recognizable paths - but it is all the more interesting for that! Highlights: - Würm . Idyllic forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Gauting?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Gauting is RadlRing München Fernradwanderweg. This trail is estimated to be 84.2 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Gauting?
Gauting: With an ascent of 5,807 ft, RadlRing München Fernradwanderweg has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Unterbrunn - Würm Valley - Königswieser Forst with 1,292 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Gauting?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Gauting is Unterbrunn - Würm Valley - Königswieser Forst with a 3.0-star rating from 5 reviews.