Best long trails in Berchtesgaden National Park

Varied hiking trail to the Röthbach waterfall in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. Germany's highest waterfall is located in the Berchtesgaden National Park. In two stages, it overcomes the so-called Röthwand, south of the Königsee and Obersee lakes, before plunging 470 meters into the depths. There is no higher waterfall in Germany and it is also one of the highest in the Alps. The route starts at the southern end of Lake Königssee, which can be reached by boat from the town of...

Popular hike/via ferrata in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The hike offers incomparable views of the blue waters of Lake Königssee and starts in Schönau am Königssee at the paid hiking car park. The destination is the world-famous pilgrimage church of St Bartholomä on the western shore of the lake. From the starting point, the trail climbs steeply uphill to the seasonally managed Kührointalm - a nice place to take a break. The trail continues to the left and soon it is worth...

Adventurous, multifaceted hiking trail in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. Starting at the Hammerstiel car park (subject to a fee) near the Wimbach bridge, the path starts on a gravel path in the direction of the Stubenalm. The Watzmannhaus can already be seen from here. On the way up, the path leads past the Mitterkaseralm and the Falzalm, which invite you to take a refreshment break. Arrived at the summit of the Watzmann, the sensational view over the Berchtesgaden Alps rewards...

Varied, certified premium hiking trail in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. The SalzAlpenTour starts at the Hammerstiel hiking car park (subject to a fee). This loop takes you to the Archenkanzel, one of the most famous vantage points in the area. Basic fitness and sure-footedness should be brought along in order to be able to master the sometimes steep ascents and climbs. The hiking trail leads along the white Wend, through the beautiful forests of the Berchtesgadener Land biosphere reserve....

Wonderful panoramic hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The hike begins at the Jennerbahn mountain station with a detour to the magnificent Jenner vantage point before the descent begins. From the valley station in Königssee, you can take the Jennerbahn to the middle and mountain stations (note the timetable and prices). Via the seasonally managed Schneibsteinhaus, the route leads along the Königsberggraben to the Königsbachalm. You can also stop here (open mid-May to October)....

Popular, multifaceted hiking trail in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This easy mountain tour offers spectacular views of the surrounding icy and rocky terrain and the Hochkalter. From the Seeklause car park (subject to a fee) at Hintersee to Schärtennalm, the trails follows wide forest paths. Shortly behind the Alm, the path climbs steadily and runs partly over stony steps until you reach the Blaueishütte, which invites you to take a short break. During the peak summer months, the cabin...

Scenic hike in Berchtesgaden National Park from Wimbachbrücke, Bavaria. This route offers a great natural experience, with the road leading over the considerable debris flow of the Wimbach Valley. In contrast to Königssee in the parallel valley, a debris flow emerged here. From the Wimbachbrücke car park (charges apply), you head towards the managed Wimbachgrieshütte. Almost the entire time, the route follows the Wimbachweg uphill. Asphalt, gravel, and forest paths alternate. Shortly after...

Popular, panoramic hiking trail in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. Caution: Only for experienced mountaineers: The Watzmann crossing is partly high alpine. This multi-peak ridge route requires excellent physical condition and the use of a helmet and climbing harness/rope for safety due to the high exposure and danger of falling rocks. The challenging traverse leads over Hocheck, Mittelspitze (2,713 m / 8,901 ft) and Südspitze and includes long, sustained climbing passages in UIAA...

Scenic loop in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. This wonderful loop through the idyllic mountains of the Berchtesgaden National Park starts at the middle station of the Jennerbahn. After the ascent from Königssee (subject to a charge, see tips), the route follows quite steeply uphill the Königsweg past the wasserfallalm and the Strubalm. The last stretch to the summit of the Jenner is via the Blitzweg in numerous serpentines up steeply to the mountain station of the Jennerbahn. At...

This route is a scenic but challenging mountain hike between St. Bartholomä and Königssee. The hike is beautiful but is only suitable for experienced hikers; sure-footedness and a head for heights are absolutely essential. There is a safety rope on the upper section of the Rinnkendlsteig. There is a risk of falling rocks. Appropriate gear is required. The route between the starting and ending points can also be covered by taking the ferry across Königssee. For a bite to eat, it’s worth...