Best lake trails in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land
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Explore the most popular lake trails in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land 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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- 4.8 (137)·Easy·1.6 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop in the Berchtesgadener Land near the Bavarian mountaineering village of Ramsau. The route leads around the picturesque Hintersee with a fantastic Alpine panorama, crystal-clear mountain water, and several places to stop for refreshments. The romantic lake can also be explored from a different perspective by pedal or rowing boat. --- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.8 (139)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrImpressive loop in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria This route leads into the biosphere region of Berchtesgadener Land, along the well-known Painters' Circular Trail. The tour is ideal for beginners who want to get to know the area and for families with children. The route from the mountaineering village on the trail of the Romantic painters is wonderful -the original templates of world-famous landscape paintings can be admired here in person. A lot of beautiful alpine landscape, small wild...
- 4.6 (70)·Hard·4.2 miDemanding 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...
- 4.8 (84)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried loop in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. The varied hiking route leads from the parking lot/bus stop "Kaltbachlehen" to the picturesque Hintersee. It goes steadily downhill. After circling the romantic alpine lake and enjoying the fantastic panoramas, it goes to the mountaineering village of Ramsau and back to the starting point. The last piece is steep enough uphill. There are places to stop for refreshments in Ramsau. Highlights: - Hintersee - Stop in Ramsau - Great prospects
- 4.4 (67)·Hard·6.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic 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...
- 4.5 (87)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hiking trail in the Berchtesgadener Land biosphere region, Bavaria. The Koenigssee is one of the most popular attractions in the Berchtesgaden National Park. This 10 km long hike leads to the lake, which is one of the cleanest lakes in Germany. You follow the course of the Koenigsseer Ache from Berchtesgaden station. Highlights of the hike: - Schoenau am Koenigssee - North shore of the Koenigssee - Koenigssee Ache - Detour to the Royal Castle Berchtesgaden (optional)
- 4.9 (55)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly circular trail at Hintersee in the Berchtesgadener Land biosphere region. The entertaining, well-signposted route runs most of the time through a wooded area along the stream with plenty of shade, even in summer it can get a little colder here. It is advisable to do the tour in the evening or late in the afternoon, when most of the bathers at the lake have already left and it is easier to find a parking space. An optional boat trip across the lake can be planned at...
- 4.8 (28)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly tour near Ramsau in the Berchtesgadener Land. This section of the nature trail through the magic forest leads from the "Wirtshaus im Zauberwald" over small bridges and paths along the Ramsauer Ache to the magical Hintersee. There are small information boards along the route that make you think.
- 4.5 (30)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, scenic loopin the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria. The wonderful tour starts directly at Lake Thumsee - here is the Alpengasthof, which awaits a stop after the tour. It now goes through the forest and up to the Weißbachschlucht. Some attention is required here, as the route is also popular with mountain bikers. Before heading to the highest point of the hike, it is possible to stop off at the Höllenbachalm. The Alm is open daily between May and October (Tuesday is the day off). The...
- 4.6 (25)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular loop in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria This hike inspires with varied landscapes - river, lake, forest, and steep ascent to the Brandkopf. In addition, it is rich in magnificent views and first leads along the Ache toward Königssee. From there, the route follows the northeastern foothills of the Berchtesgaden National Park up into the forest and once around the Hinterer Brandkopf and Vorderer Brandkopf. From up here, in particular, there are truly fantastic views of the surrounding...
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Where is the best lake trail to hike in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land is Hintersee, which has a 4.8 star rating from 137 reviews. This trail is 1.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 124 ft.
What is the longest lake trail in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land is AlpenX: Freilassing - Klagenfurt am Wörthersee - Torbole. This trail is estimated to be 417.6 mi long.
How many lake trails are in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land?
There are 47 lake trails in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land.These lake trails have an average 4.6-star ratingfrom 963 AllTrails community reviews.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Biosphärenregion Berchtesgadener Land?
AlpenX: Freilassing - Klagenfurt am Wörthersee - Torbole has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 52,618 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Voralpiner Jakobsweg: Salzburg-Hohenpeissenberg, which has 15,702 ft of elevation gain.
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