Best lake trails in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal
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The Schachen area and the Reintal valley in the Wettertein mountains have been a nature reserve since 1970. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is probably the best-known town near the nature reserve. Many hikes lead from here into the nature reserve, where you can enjoy nature to the full.
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- 4.8 (449)·Hard·15.2 miPopular hiking trail with great views in Werdenfesler Land, Bavaria. The 2,962-meter-high Zugspitze is a mountain of superlatives. As the highest elevation in Germany, you have an unbelievable 360° panoramic view of the surrounding Alpine landscape from the summit. This route begins south of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and leads through the Partnach Gorge to the Reintalangerhütte. Up to here, the ascent is still relatively easy. From the Reintalangerhütte, it becomes quite steep and technically...
- 4.6 (53)·Hard·12.7 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hrAtmospheric hike through the Partnach Gorge near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. This hike starts at the ski stadium in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and heads south towards Partnachklamm. She continues on royal paths to chess. Here the Kälbersteig is passed, where it goes steadily uphill. Magnificent views of the surrounding region are offered on the way to Schachen. Arriving at the Schachen, you can take a guided tour of the historic palace or visit the botanical garden, where many species of...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·20.8 mi·Est. 11–12 hrPanoramic hike in the Karwendel. This hike is one of the highlights in the Alpenwelt Karwendel and leads to the magnificent hunting lodge, which is enthroned high up in the Wetterstein mountains and offers a magnificent panoramic view. The mountain hike begins in Schachen. The ascent to the Lautersee and Ferchensee lakes finally begins in Mittenwald. Forest roads lead to the Wettersteinalm. This is the perfect place for a short breather and a cool drink. Several serpentines lead over the...
- 4.6 (2)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis route is stage 46 of the Via Alpina, a long-distance trail that crosses eight Alpine countries, starting at the Reintalangerhütte and ending at the Coburger Hütte. This route is part of the new Via Alpina itinerary, updated in April 2024 and consisting of 116 stages. The trail crosses the border between Germany and Austria once again, ascending from the Reintal valley toward the Zugspitzplatt plateau. The route winds through a high-altitude, rocky, lunar landscape, crossing the...
- 4.2 (5)·Hard·21.1 mi·Est. 12–13 hrThis historic mountain hike leads to one of King Ludwig II's most extraordinary refuges, deep in the Wetterstein Mountains. The trail starts at Kainzenbad train station and follows the classic Königsweg (King's Trail) up to Schachen. The route runs along a mixture of wide forest roads, which were laid out for the royal riding trail, and steeper paths in the summit region. A central highlight is the wooden royal house, which appears simple on the outside but houses the magnificent, oriental...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·9.8 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrDiverse trekking tour in the Bavarian / Austrian Alps. A beautiful and very contrasting stage is imminent. First it goes uphill to the threshold of the desolate Zugspitzplatt, where you change over the Gatterl to the Austrian side. Below the impressive weather wall, you hike over the pastures to the Sebensee and the Coburger Hütte. The overview list of all segments of the Red Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-red-trail
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·25.4 miThis route follows Stage 37 of the Nordalpenweg 01 and links Ahrn in Leutasch with Lermoos by way of Reintalangerhütte. This alpine variant is designed as a route requiring at least two days. From Ahrn, the trail climbs through the Bergleintal to the Leutascher Platt and on to Meilerhütte on the border between Tyrol and Bavaria. It then descends by way of Schachenhaus into the Reintal and follows the Partnach to Reintalangerhütte, which works well as the first overnight stop. On the second...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best lake trail to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal is Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen Via Ferrata, which has a 4.8 star rating from 448 reviews. This trail is 15.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 10,810 ft.
What is the longest lake trail in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal is Nordalpenweg 01 Stage 37: Ahrn/Leutasch - Reintalangerhütte - Lermoos. This trail is estimated to be 25.4 mi long.
How many lake trails are in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal?
There are 8 lake trails in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal.These lake trails have an average 4.7-star ratingfrom 519 AllTrails community reviews.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal?
Nordalpenweg 01 Stage 37: Ahrn/Leutasch - Reintalangerhütte - Lermoos has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 13,651 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen Via Ferrata, which has 10,810 ft of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Oberreintal
- Partnachwasserfall
- Partnach
- Reintalangerhütte
- Angerhütte Winterraum
- Reintal
- Schachentorkopf
- Veitsbrünnl
- Alpengarten auf dem Schachen
- Teufelsgsaß
- Frauenalpl
- Königshaus am Schachen
- Meilerhütte
- Brunntalkopf
- Schachentor
- Partenkirchner Dreitorspitze, Westgipfel
- Frauenalplspitz
- Frauenalplkopf
- Äußere Höllentalspitze
- Mittlere Höllentalspitze