Best forest trails in Spitzingsee
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Spitzingsee 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
- 4.7 (100)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrChallenging loop in the Bavarian Prealps, Bavaria The hike from Spitzingsee to the Rotwandhaus, just below the summit of the Rotwand, takes around 3 hours. From there there is a magnificent view over the mountain range of the Pre-Alps. The route begins at the valley station of the Taubensteinbahn, which operates during the summer months. See Tips for more information. It is possible to take the train or walk up to the mountain station and on to the Rotwandhaus. There are places to stop for...
- 4.7 (21)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrScenic Loop in Bavaria, Germany. A beautiful circular hike that starts in Spitzingsee. If you come back here after the hike, you will find several restaurants to stop off and end the day. It goes clockwise to the Link Hut and further up the Haushammer Bach to the Stolzeneck. There are always great views of the lake along the way. You then hike over the Rotkopf to the Stümpfling and from there down into the valley and to the Spitzingsee.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Spitzingsee?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Spitzingsee is Spitzingsee - Taubenstein - Rotwandhaus. This trail is estimated to be 8.2 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Spitzingsee?
Spitzingsee: With an ascent of 2,470 ft, Spitzingsee - Taubenstein - Rotwandhaus has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Spitzingsee and Stolzenberg with 2,434 ft of elevation gain.
