Best bird watching trails in Oberammergau
4.5(21 reviews)
Explore the most popular bird watching trails near Oberammergau 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
- 4.0 (18)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park. This easy and beautiful tour starts in Oberammergau Mitte and leads along the Ammer via the Ettaler Weidmoos to Ettal Abbey. Highlights of the hike: - Ettal Benedictine monastery - Show dairy in the Ammergau Alps - Bear cave and the Vogelherdweg
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·5.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route links the royal architecture of Schloss Linderhof with the alpine meadows of the Kolbensattel region. The landscape is dominated by steep limestone formations and high-altitude vegetation typical of the Northern Limestone Alps, featuring spruce, fir, and beech trees. As the elevation increases, the surroundings open to provide views of the Ettal Abbey and the peak of the Kofel. The trail surface is structured as a combination of stabilized forest roads and narrower mountain paths...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest bird watching trail in Oberammergau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Oberammergau is Rund um Kloster Ettal. This trail is estimated to be 9.1 mi long.
Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Oberammergau?
Oberammergau: With an ascent of 2,637 ft, Schloss Lindenhof (Palace) - Kolbensattelhütte has the most elevation gain of all of the birding trails in the area. The next highest ascent for birding trails is Rund um Kloster Ettal with 1,207 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult bird watching trail in Oberammergau?
The most popular and difficult bird watching trail in Oberammergau is Schloss Lindenhof (Palace) - Kolbensattelhütte with a 5.0-star rating from 3 reviews.
