Best forest trails in Jachenau

Panoramic loop in the Bavarian Pre-Alps. From the car park in Jachenau, the trail leads via the Pfund-Alm up to the Hirschhörndlkopf. After a section along a forest road, the steep, south-facing ascent takes hikers up the forest slope via several hairpin bends, with a steep descent to the side. A good basic level of fitness and surefootedness is required here. Once the route reaches the summit, the ascent will be rewarded with a magnificent view of Lake Walchensee, the Herzogstand, the...

Popular loop in the Bavarian Prealps, Bavaria. Starting from Jachenau, it goes via the Bergalm to the Glasbach waterfall. You can park at the starting point in Jachenau, travel by bus, and stop off for refreshments. A small "tavern" is also just before the waterfall, where snacks and cool drinks can sweeten the day. In parts, the route is accompanied by the Große Laine, and a nice mixture of open meadows and shady forest can be expected. Highlights of the hike: - Mountain Chapel in...

Panoramic hike on the Kochelsee, Bavaria. This is a varied hike through the idyllic two-lake region between Walchensee and Kochelsee. The route mostly leads through forest and passes some lovely alpine pastures. After climbing the Jochberg, the view is truly breathtaking. On the way back, we recommend a stop at the rustic Jocheralm (open seasonally). Sturdy shoes, sure-footedness and a good level of fitness are recommended for this hike. Accessible by bus and train (bus stop: Kochel Fa....

Promising circular hike in the Bavarian Prealps near Jachenau. The easily accessible hiking route leads from the Jachenau district of Niggeln largely through the forest via the Staffelalm Hochleger to the summit of the Staffel, where you are rewarded with an impressive view of the Bavarian foothills and the Chiemsee. --- Accessible by bus and train

Popular loop with great views in the Bavarian Prealps, Bavaria. This path begins with a steep stone road near Kochel am See. It meanders uphill through the forest before approaching Lake Walchensee. Along the shore of Lake Walchensee, you return to the starting point at Lake Kochel. Beautiful views of both bodies of water await you along the way. There are places to stop for refreshments along the route. There are excellent camping opportunities for hikers who want to stay a little longer...

Panoramic ascent to the Benediktenwand from Jachenau This is quite a long climb that will take some time. It is possible to do this as a two-day tour. Especially the last climb has it all! Most of the tour is through the forest along a small river. At the idyllic Glasbach waterfall it is possible to cool off your feet after the strenuous ascent and take a break. The summit of the Benediktinerwand offers a great view of Munich and the other peaks in the region. Highlights: - Glasbach...

Great summit tour in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. From the parking lot in the village of Jachenau (790 m), the tour climbs steadily for most of the way along wide forest paths. It is only from Jocheralm onwards that the route leads over cow pastures on a beautiful mountain path towards the summit. Although the Jochberg is only 1565 m high, it offers a breathtaking view of the Alps and the two pre-Alpine lakes Walchensee and Kochelsee in fine weather. The descent then takes you past...

Demanding hike in the Toelzer Land, Bavaria. The starting point of this hike is a hiking car park near Petern in the picturesque Jachental. The route leads through forest criss-crossed by postcard-like alpine pastures and is not stingy with beautiful views. Most of the time you walk on a gravel road. It's not overly steep, but the climb is very constant, which is why a basic level of fitness is a great advantage. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic mountain forest - Rear Scharnitz Alm -...

Demanding mountain hike in the Bavarian Prealps. The tour requires a good physical condition as well as a surefootedness and a head for heights, as some places are exposed. The hike begins in the south in Jachenau and leads over the Staffelalm to the summit. In the warmer months, the path is overgrown with wildflowers. The Rabenkopf summit is marked with a huge cross.

Great tour in Upper Bavaria when high mountain tours are not possible due to the weather. The hike leads from Jachenau via the Walchenalm and the war memorial to the Schwarzeck and the Rabenkopf. The descent to the Staffelalm and on to the Kochelalm and Rappinalm leads through the Rappinschlucht gorge to Jachenau. In spring, residual snow can make conditions more difficult, especially on the section from the war memorial to the Rabenkopf, which can be classified as alpine. The river...