Best short trails in Berchtesgaden National Park
The Berchtesgaden National Park is located in the German Alps and is known for its incredibly beautiful landscapes. Many plant and animal species live here in forests, mountains, valleys and glaciers. It's worth taking a trip to the breathtaking lakes Hintersee and Königssee or enjoying the view with a refreshment on the summit of the Grünstein.
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- 4.7 (176)·Moderate·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly tour in the Wimbachklamm, Bavaria. This is a short but awe-inspiring route through the Wimbach Gorge, in which the water of the Wimbach torrent roars its way through the Dachstein limestone. Even today, fossils in the rock walls tell of when a sea covered the area here. There is a fee for entering the gorge and parking; children up to 6 years can join for free. The Wimbachklamm is open from May to October, but changes are possible due to the weather. Highlights: - Child...
- 4.5 (25)·Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular hiking trail in Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria This is a beautiful and very relaxed hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, starting at the Jennerbahn mountain station. Sturdy shoes are recommended despite the short distance - the route leads through alpine terrain. Many hikers take a break at the Carl von Stahl House. Unforgettable panoramic views of the Berchtesgaden Alps open up from the popular hut. The valley station of the Jennerbahn can be reached by bus and train (bus...
- 4.7 (8)·Moderate·2.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly, animal-rich hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. This tour leads from the Hintersee National Park information point (Klausbachhaus) to the eagle observation site and to the wildlife feeding in Klausbachtal. At the starting point you can park in one of the chargeable car parks or you can travel by bus. Due to the short distance and relatively low gradients, the hike is very suitable for children and it is also barrier-free. With a bit of luck, the kings of the...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly hike from the top station of the Jennerbahn, Bavaria. This rather short round leads from the Jenner mountain station via the Mitterkaseralm to the Carl von Stahl house. You can take the Jennerbahn to the starting point (note the timetable and prices). From there it's a leisurely hike to the seasonally managed Mitterkaseralm with a detour to the Vogelstein vantage point. Shortly thereafter, it goes slightly and steadily uphill until you turn sharp right just before the...
Visitor info
Important information about flora and fauna is available at the Haus der Berge National Park Center, which also impresses with its special architecture. The main information center is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Last admission is 4 pm. There are also many other information points scattered throughout the national park. There are small exhibitions at each of them, which go into more detail on individual topics.
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