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Best waterfall trails in Ammergau Alps Nature Park

Best waterfall trails in Ammergau Alps Nature Park

3.9(198 reviews)

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Bavaria
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#4 of 21 nature parks

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The nature park was founded in 2017 and covers 227 square kilometers of the upper Ammertal, the northeast of the Ammergebirge, the Laber-Aufacker massif and the Tertiary coal mountains between Unternogg and the Echelsbacher bridge. The ice-age moors provide a habitat for unique plants, including many orchid species in the nature park, as well as the blue marsh star, feverfew and the yellow-flowering Karlszepter, and the traditional cultivation of the cultural landscape can be experienced with farm tours, animal visits and tastings.

Top sights

Kofel
Kofel
Peak
Döttenbichl
Döttenbichl
Peak
Schleifmühlklamm
Schleifmühlklamm
Gorge
Teufelstättkopf
Teufelstättkopf
Peak
Manndlköpfe
Manndlköpfe
Peak
Laber
Laber
Peak

Top trails

  1. #1 - Teufelstättkopf - Pürschling

    4.7 (81)·Hard·6.8 mi
    Panoramic circular trail in the Ammergau Alps, Bavaria. This challenging and beautiful route leads to the Zugspitze region in the Ammergau Alps. Starting at the Unterammergau parking lot, a mountain tour of superlatives awaits sporty hikers. A section of the route leads through the Schleifmühlenklamm gorge, which brings the history of the ancestors to life, when people worked hard to earn their living here with whetstones! All this in a beautiful natural setting between the Oberammergau and...

  2. #2 - Von Unterammergau auf den Teufelstättkopf

    4.6 (40)·Hard·6.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Popular hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park, Bavaria. The Teufelstättkopf is also a popular hiking destination in the Ammergau Alps due to its relatively good accessibility. The hike up to the August-Schuster-Haus is quite relaxed. A short climb, partly secured by wire ropes, awaits you towards the summit. However, the views over the Ammergau Alps from the summit cross immediately make you forget all your efforts. Highlights of the hike: - August Schuster House - Summit of the...

  3. #3 - Schleifmühle-Steckenberg Runde

    4.3 (23)·Hard·5.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Panoramic mountain tour in the Zugspitz region. This idyllic route is located in the Ammergau Alps and leads via the Schleifmühlklamm gorge to the Steckenberg. Although the hike mostly leads through wooded areas, there are always beautiful views to be had. The route starts at the Schleifmühle parking lot south of Unterammergau. The route is not well marked in places, so the use of an offline map is recommended.

  4. #4 - Oberammergau Kolbensattel

    4.6 (9)·Hard·8.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Panoramic circular hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park. The hiking route leads from the valley station of the Kolbenbahn via the Kolbenalm with refreshment stops to the Kolbensattelhütte. There are wonderful panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps, a tree climbing park and several playgrounds. Especially when the weather is good, it can get very busy here. On the Pürschlingstraße it goes back to Oberammergau via the Schleifmühlklamm.

  5. #5 - Schleierfällen (Veil Falls)

    4.3 (10)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular hiking trail in the Ammer Valley, Bavaria. This route combines the W-6 and W-7 hiking trails into a beautiful loop. From the bridge at the Kammerl waterworks, you hike on the west side of the Ammer along pretty forest edges and across idyllic meadows. The highlight of the hike is the Schleier Falls. Highlights of the hike: - Veil falls - Valley of the Ammer - idyllic mountain meadows

  6. #6 - Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 61 : Linderhof - Kenzenhütte

    4.7 (7)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    After the last long stage, this one from Linderhof to the Kenzen hut is rather short and invites you to linger, relax, and let your mind roam free. The trail leads steadily upwards along the Sägertalbach stream to the Bäckenalm pasture. From there, it then becomes steep to climb the 1,536m high Bäckenalmsattel pass. On the western side, the trail leads down across alpine meadows to the Kenzen hut. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here:...

  7. #7 - Roßeck, Hennenkopf und Püschling

    4.8 (7)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Breathtaking hike in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park, Bavaria. There is an option to arrive at the Linderhof car park, but there is also a bus stop not that far from the starting point. It goes through the beautiful forest to some vantage points. At the end of the tour, it scores with the impressive Linderhof Palace with its palace park. Highlights of the tour: - Roßeck (1305 m) - Wellhead Hut - Hen's Head (1768) - Linderhof Palace - Venus Grotto in the Linderhof Palace Park

  8. #8 - Oberammergau - Puerschling - Unterammergau

    4.7 (8)·Hard·10.7 mi·Est. 6–7 hr
    Varied loop trail in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park, Bavaria. The hike to the summit of the Puerschling (1566 m above sea level) is one of the relatively easier mountain tours in the Ammergau Alps. Nevertheless, you should not underestimate the Puerschlingsweg and bring sure-footedness, a reasonable level of fitness and sturdy shoes. Highlights of the hike: - Puerling - Oberammergau - Views over the Ammergau Alps - rustic places to stop for refreshments

  9. #9 - Maximiliansweg Stage 9: Linderhof - Hörnlehütte

    4.0 (1)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 7–8 hr
    This route follows stage 9 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at Schloss Linderhof and ending at the Hörnlehütte. The path departs from the Linderhof palace grounds and climbs via long switchbacks through the forests and krummholz zones of the Pürschling mountain. It descends along the Pürschlingweg past the Josephsflecken chapel and the Schleifmühlenklamm gorge into Unterammergau before making a final ascent to the Hörnle ridge. Overnight...

  10. #10 - Oberammergau Hüttentour

    3.0 (1)·Hard·23.8 mi·Est. 17–18.5 hr
    3-4 days ridge hike. Most of the route leads over the ridge and is a real pleasure when the weather is nice. Start in the Füssen Tegelbergbahn. 1. Hut Kenzenhütte (great hut Essen, room, bathroom) 2. Hut Brunnenkopfaus 3. Hut Alfred Schuster Haus (rustic hut, with very modest washing facilities). Destination Oberammergau. Please note that the return journey to Füssen by public transport is not easy. During the holiday season, there are also school holidays in Bavaria and the buses drive...
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Where is the best waterfall trail to hike in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best waterfall trail to hike in Ammergau Alps Nature Park is Teufelstättkopf - Pürschling, which has a 4.7 star rating from 82 reviews. This trail is 6.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,805 ft.

What is the longest waterfall trail in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Ammergau Alps Nature Park is Oberammergau Hüttentour. This trail is estimated to be 23.8 mi long.

How many waterfall trails are in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?

There are 14 waterfall trails in Ammergau Alps Nature Park.These waterfall trails have an average 3.9-star ratingfrom 198 AllTrails community reviews.

Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Ammergau Alps Nature Park?

Oberammergau Hüttentour has the most elevation gain for waterfall trails with 9,471 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Ammergauer 6-Gipfel-Tour, which has 5,085 ft of elevation gain.

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