Best waterfall trails in Ruhpolding
4.5(81 reviews)
Explore the most popular waterfall 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.
Top trails
- 4.8 (9)·Hard·8.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular loop to the Hochfelln panoramic mountain in Chiemgau, Bavaria The Hochfelln is a popular panoramic mountain near the Chiemsee lake. From the Staudigl Hütte rest area, the trail leads into the enchanting mountain landscape of the Chiemgau Alps. Via the Thoraualm alp, the route climbs steadily up to the Hochfelln. The view from the vantage point is impressive and the Hochfellnhaus at the summit provides refreshments - it is open daily in good weather. Through the forest and via the...
- 4.1 (17)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria This wonderful hike with its 16 experience stations was designed to bring people and nature closer together. Trees and animal tracks can be identified, wood drifts can be tried out and gravel can be sorted to get to know this beautiful environment better. The start is at the parking lot (charges apply) near the Urschlau bus stop. It is recommended to stop off at the beautiful Dandl and Langerbauer Almen. Highlights: - mixed mountain...
- 4.3 (12)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrFantastic hiking route in the nature reserve Eastern Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. In Laubau at the parking lot at the Holzknechtmuseum this wonderful route leads along the Fischbach to Heutal. There are some beautiful waterfalls to visit along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Woodworker Museum - Along the Fischbach - Waterfall Dustfall - Several great viewing opportunities - Fischbachfall waterfall
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop in the valley basin of the Chiemgau Alps near Ruhpolding. Start at the car park on Branderstraße, near the Alpengasthof Brand. From here, the route leads through the enchanting Märchenwald forest ("fairytale") forest to the Nesslauer Graben river. There is a viewpoint here from which the Nesslau waterfall and the Chiemgau mountains can be admired. After a cosy stop at the Butzn Wirt inn, the route returns to the starting point. Highlights: - Fairytale forest - Nesslau...
- 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
- 4.9 (8)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrDemanding loop near Ruhpolding in the Chiemgau Alps. From Laubau (free car park), the trail leads through the front and middle Kraxenbachtal valley through the beautiful natural landscape with impressive waterfalls up to the Sonntagshorn. The section up to the Schwarzachenalm can also be easily managed by bike, before the ascent becomes steeper and includes climbing sections. There are sections up to difficulty level II. It is definitely recommended to be sure-footed and to have a head for...
- 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)
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route is stage 21 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning in Ruhpolding and ending at the Zwieselalm. The path departs the biathlon town of Ruhpolding, passing historic museums and a sixteenth-century hunting lodge before heading east through scenic mountain terrain toward the resort town of Inzell. It then ascends steeply into the Staufen mountain massif, climbing forested slopes to reach the alpine pasture surroundings of the Zwieselalm...
- Hard·108.9 mi·Est. 24 hr+Multi-day mountain bike tour in the Chiemgau region from Ruhpolding. The Chiemgau King Trails are regarded as the Bavarian answer to the legendary Stoneman trails. The King's Tour combines the most beautiful MTB trails in the Chiemgau Alps and can be completed in one day (awarded the Gold Crown), two days (awarded the Silver Crown) or three days (Bronze Crown). It is also possible to complete the tour on an eMTB. The start is in Ruhpolding, which can be easily reached by...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Ruhpolding?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Ruhpolding is Chiemgau King MTB Tour. This trail is estimated to be 108.9 mi long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Ruhpolding?
Ruhpolding: With an ascent of 20,124 ft, Chiemgau King MTB Tour has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Sonntagshorn - Staubfall with 4,839 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Ruhpolding?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Ruhpolding is Hochfelln via Thoraualm Alp with a 4.8-star rating from 9 reviews.
Top parks around Ruhpolding
Explore waterfall trails in the Ruhpolding area
Activities
Attractions
- Forest trails in Ruhpolding
- Hard trails in Ruhpolding
- Lake trails in Ruhpolding
- Long trails in Ruhpolding
- Moderate trails in Ruhpolding
- River trails in Ruhpolding
- Trails with historic sites in Ruhpolding
- Trails with views in Ruhpolding
- Waterfall trails in Ruhpolding
- Wildflower trails in Ruhpolding
- Wildlife trails in Ruhpolding