Best hard trails in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land

The trail to the Kehlsteinhaus offers a unique glimpse into the connection between nature and history in the Bavarian Alps. From the lower parking lot, visitors can hike along trails that have drawn people to these heights for generations. Along the way, the air is fresh, and the scenery shifts from dense green forests to open, rocky slopes where alpine flowers bloom during the warmer months. Once at the top, the building stands as a rare example of architecture from a difficult era and today...

A short, popular hike in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This short route leads through the Almbachklamm. This lies between Marktschellenberg and Berchtesgaden in the Berchtesgaden Alps. The path leads through the gorge on a narrow way, similar to the Wolfsklamm. Thanks to the attached railings, the hike is safe and requires no additional equipment. However, hiking shoes with non-slip soles are recommended. From the oldest marble ball mill in Germany, it goes through the gorge and then...

Historic, certified premium hiking trail in Berchtesgardener Land, Bavaria. This impressive and popular premium hiking trail is part of the SalzAlpenTouren and leads over 29 bridges and footbridges through the wild and romantic gorges of the Almbachklamm. Right at the start, you can marvel at Germany's oldest marble ball mill, followed by the Sulzer waterfall and the Kugelmühle inn as a refreshment stop. The region is also known for the pilgrimage church Maria Heimsuchung in Ettenberg, as...

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 loop at Königssee, Bavaria. The hike begins and ends at Königssee, leads up the Grünstein and through Schönau. The summit of the Grünstein in the Berchtesgaden Alps offers fantastic panoramic views of the Watzmann and Königssee. The view from up here is very similar to the view from the summit of the 1400m higher Watzmann. At the same time, the hike is easier and requires less stamina. At the beginning, the route follows a steep road and then a well-maintained path up to the...

Popular circular hiking trail in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. The hiking route first leads over the Klammsteig to the vantage point, from which you can enjoy an excellent view of the Sulzer waterfall. Then it goes via Ettenberg with the idyllic church in front of the alpine panorama back to the starting point. There are refreshment stops both at the starting point and in Ettenberg. Attention: Entry to the Almbachklamm must be paid for. ---- Accessible by bus and train

Popular hike near Berchtesgaden, Bavaria. The route begins at the free hiking car park on the Berchtesgadener Ache, near Marktschellenberg. Surrounded by illuminated beech forest, the route climbs quickly. A little lower down, the Bachgraben and Lochgraben with pools and waterfalls follow the route. From about half of the route the trees become fewer, the shade decreases and the views improve. The route soon passes the Toni-Lenz hut, a great place to take a refreshing break. Then it's on to...

Panoramic and challenging loop near Bad Reichenhall, Bavaria. A great loop is waiting to be explored here, which leads over the Dötzenkopf and the Wappachkopf on sometimes challenging, steep paths. The Dötzenkopf is the lowest one-thousand metre peak in the Berchtesgaden Alps. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and a head for heights are a great advantage, as the trail crosses several bridges and is secured by wire ropes in the summit region. Magnificent views over Bad Reichenhall and views down...

Panoramic loop in the Berchtesgaden mountains in Bavaria. A great mountain hike that is also possible with slightly older children. The path is mostly easy to walk on, sure-footedness is recommended. The start is in Maria Gern, where there are car parks and the "Maria Gern" bus stop. The Marxenhöhe is located at the foot of the Kneifelspitze. From here, magnificent views of Berchtesgaden, the Watzmann and the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed. There are several benches to take a...

Popular circular hike in the Berchtesgadener Land. Highlights: - Theresienklause - Watzmann look - ball mill - Sulzer waterfall - Maria Ettenberg Church - View from Ettenberg -------------------------------------------------- ------ Reachable by bus and train (bus stop / parking lot Hintergern)