Best backpacking trails in Kochel
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- 4.7 (2)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 10–11 hrAlong stage awaits you, but a stop-off in Eschenlohe can be fitted in if necessary. From the Herzogstand peak, climb down on the western side to Heimgarten. Several spots require you to be sure of foot and free of vertigo and are secured in parts with cables. After the climb down into the Loisachtal valley, the ascent over the Hohe Kisten to the Weilheimer hut begins. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
- 4.9 (3)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis route follows stage 12 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at the Herzogstandhaus and ending at the Tutzinger Hütte. The path descends from the Herzogstandhaus past the scenic shores of the Walchensee and Kochelsee lakes before climbing up the Jochberg mountain. It winds northeast through rugged alpine terrain, offering sweeping valley views and passing hidden waterfalls along the base of the Benediktenwand. Overnight stays are accommodated...
- 4.7 (2)·Hard·8.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic hike in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. The tour down to Kochel am See starts at the Tutzinger Hut at the foot of the Benediktenwand. Depending on the weather, the hut is open from mid/end April to the end of October or beginning of November (see "Tips"). The route leads via the Staffelalm alp and the Kochler Alp and then along forest roads down to Kochel am See. There are overnight accommodation and refreshment stops here and the journey can be continued by train from Kochel...
- Hard·42.3 mi·Est. 20–21.5 hrDemanding mountain bike or trekking tour near Kochel am See, Bavaria A wonderful, but also very demanding loop, which is particularly recommended with a mountain bike. From Kochel am See it goes to Walchensee and further up towards the Simetsberg. The route continues through the gorgeous Eschenlainetal to Ohlstadt and Urfeld am Walchensee. Then it goes back to Kochel via Saxony and Kotalm. There are places to stay and stop for a break. Accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the tour: -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Kochel ?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Kochel is Marvin-Route, Etappe 1: Kochelsee - Inzing. This trail is estimated to be 50.3 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Kochel ?
Kochel : With an ascent of 43,536 ft, Die Marvin-Route has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Kochel - Walchensee - Ohlstadt - Kotalm with 7,083 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Kochel ?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Kochel is Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 58 : Herzogstand - Weilheimer Hütte with a 4.7-star rating from 2 reviews.
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