Best trail running trails in Ruhpolding
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Ruhpolding with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.6 (53)·Hard·7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular hike to the summit of the Hochfelln, Bavaria. This mountain hike is well known and a very popular half-day tour. In addition to its own website, this mountain also has its own cable car and even a world-famous mountain run that takes place here every year. The summit is accordingly heavily frequented, but this stops when the cable car stops operating. Then it gets a little quieter around the panoramic mountain on Lake Chiemsee. The wonderful view of the "Bavarian Sea" and the entire...
- 4.5 (20)·Hard·5.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hike in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. This mountain tour, classified as difficult, takes hikers from Taubensee along the Weisse Traun and the Fischbach, then through the wild mountain forest up to the Rauschbergalm and on to the Rauschberg. Once there, you can stop for refreshments and then either walk back to Taubensee or take the Rauschbergbahn back down to the valley (note: the Rauschbergbahn and the Rauschberghaus are usually closed from around mid-November to...
- 3.7 (8)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the nature reserve Eastern Chiemgau Alps near Ruhpolding. The hiking route leads from the hiking car park along the Lödensee to the Mittersee before it goes through the forest to the Weitsee. On the other side of the bank, it goes back to Lödensee. The tour is characterized by the idyllic mountain lakes and the ever-present alpine panorama. ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hike in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. This is an easy hike in Chiemgau, ideal for an outing with the whole family. The hike is particularly beautiful in summer - it goes along the Nesslauer Graben through the shady forest almost the whole time. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Nesslauer Alm - Nesslauer Graben - Nesslau waterfall
- 4.5 (12)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hike near Ruhpolding, Bavaria. The first five kilometers are constantly uphill on the Thorausteig, sometimes through the forest, then again over beautiful mountain meadows. The route is accompanied over long stretches by the happily babbling Thoraubach. After a leisurely stop at the Thorau-Alm, it's the same way back to the car park. Highlights of the hike: - Refreshments at the Thoraualm - Thoraubach - Glockenschmiede-Hammerschiede Museum - Leisure Park Ruhpolding (optional)
- Hard·17.7 mi·Est. 11.5–13 hrThis stage from Ruhpolding to Marquartstein comprises two of the most impressive mountain vantage points in Bavaria: the Hochfelln and the Hochgern mountains. The wonderful panorama makes up for the strain of the climb, which can in any case also be eased by the use of the Hochfelln cable car. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Ruhpolding?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Ruhpolding is Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 46 : Ruhpolding - Marquartstein. This trail is estimated to be 17.7 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Ruhpolding?
Ruhpolding: With an ascent of 5,875 ft, Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 46 : Ruhpolding - Marquartstein has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Taubensee - Rauschberg southern route with 3,228 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult running trail in Ruhpolding?
The most popular and difficult running trail in Ruhpolding is Hochfelln with a 4.6-star rating from 53 reviews.
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