Best rock climbing trails in Bavaria

Popular hiking trail with great views in Werdenfesler Land, Bavaria. The 2,962-meter-high Zugspitze is a mountain of superlatives. As the highest elevation in Germany, you have an unbelievable 360° panoramic view of the surrounding Alpine landscape from the summit. This route begins south of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and leads through the Partnach Gorge to the Reintalangerhütte. Up to here, the ascent is still relatively easy. From the Reintalangerhütte, it becomes quite steep and technically...

Varied loop hiking trail in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria. The Kramerspitz is located north of the city of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Let's start at the "Zur Maximilianshöhe" car park. The Kramerplateauweg leads to the Kramersteig. The route is relatively demanding, with climbing/scrambling passages. The effort is rewarded with a fantastic view of the Bavarian Alps. This popular route requires a sure-footedness, a good fitness level and a head for heights. This route can be walked all year round...

Popular, adventurous hiking trail with via ferrata near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. This classic ascent to the Zugspitze (2,962 m / 9,718 ft) through the Höllental valley is an extensive, high-alpine undertaking that requires technical equipment and expert knowledge. Hikers must carry crampons, an ice axe, a via ferrata set and a helmet and be proficient in their use, as the route presents a combination of hazards. The route leads through the dramatic Höllental Gorge before crossing the...

Fun via Ferrata in the Bavarian Alps, Bavaria. One of the classics in the Bavarian Alps is the Alpspitze or Alpspitz Ferrata via Ferrata. The trail is suitable for adults and children accompanied by adults. The starting point is the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn at the foot of the Alpspitze. After just a few meters of ascent, the striking bracket ladder of the Alpspitz Ferrata is reached. More wire ropes and a few brackets lead to the grassy ledge from where you have a great view of...

This stunning trail is located in the Schachen and Reintal Nature Reserve and starts at the Garmisch-Partenkirchen parking lot, right next to a train station. It winds through breathtaking natural scenery and ends at the Zugspitze (2,962 m). From the starting point, the trail climbs steadily all the way to the Zugspitze. The route follows the Hoher Weg trail past the Kochelberg-Alm and the Partnachalm. The Partnach River runs parallel to the trail, following the route all the way to the...

Demanding and scenic tour at Königssee in Bavaria. The Grünstein is a panoramic mountain on the Königssee north of the Watzmann. It is often climbed on the normal route, but more demanding sports via ferratas also lead to the summit. This tour definitely requires experience, a head for heights, surefootedness and a good level of fitness. It is important to wear a rockfall helmet and to have complete via ferrata equipment. Four different routes lead to the summit: "Isidor-Steig": This is...

Panoramic hiking trail in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria. This alpine hike leads from Neuschwanstein Castle in Hohenschwangau to the summit of the Säuling through the foothills of the Ammergau Alps. First, it goes over wide forest paths until the Brunnenstubenweg/water pipe path leads into the forest and follows the signs to Säuling. It involves a steel ladder used to climb over rough terrain. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. Once at the top, there is a superb mountain...

Panoramic hike from Mittenwald in the Bavarian Karwendel. The start is at the valley station of the Karwendel cable car. However, the public transport to Mittenwald railway station can also be taken and the hike can start from there. The route leads over a torrent, through the beautiful mountain forest and a little later steeply on rocky ground. There are also more difficult sections secured with wire ropes. A hearty snack can be enjoyed on the hut's sun terrace with a magnificent panoramic...

Popular and demanding hike with climbing passages in Chiemgau, Bavaria. This beautiful hike begins at the Hintergschwendt hiking car park and initially leads alternately over gravel, farm roads and beautiful, quiet forest paths toward the Steinlingalm. The trail then leads steeply toward the Kampenwand, where the via ferrata begins. This passage is secured with a steel cable and consists of a short crossing (A), which leads to a step (A/B) and a short crossing to the summit ridge (A). Many...

Demanding tour in the Wetterstein mountains near Grainau, Bavaria. This wild and romantic hike leads from Grainau to the famous Höllentalklamm gorge. The hiking trail through the gorge is a unique experience of rushing water tumbling over boulders and tunnels filled with the muffled sound of rushing water. An entrance fee (cash only) is required to enter the gorge. Before setting off, it is best to pack good shoes and appropriate hiking equipment. The ascent to the Höllentalangerhütte is...