Best wildflower trails in Naturschutzgebiet Schachen und Reintal

Stage 1 of the Zugspitz Tour via Reintal, Bavaria. Numerous routes lead to the Zugspitze, with its 2962 m above sea level the highest mountain in Germany. The ascent through the Reintal (Route A) is the easiest, but also the longest of the Zugspitze tours. The hike is usually done in two daily stages. The scenic first stage runs from Garmisch-Partenkirchen along the Partnach and through the Reintal to the Reintalangerhuette (book accommodation in advance). There are no technically demanding...

Stage 2 of the Zugspitz Tour via Reintal, Bavaria. This is the second stage of the ascent to the Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen via the Reintal (Route A). Even if this route is considered the easiest of the Zugspitze tours, the final ascent to the summit of Germany's highest mountain should not be underestimated. From the Reintalangerhuette you hike through partly exposed, rope-secured, fall-prone, stony terrain and overcome almost 1600 meters in altitude within a short distance. The...

This stunning trail is located in the Schachen and Reintal Nature Reserve and starts at the Garmisch-Partenkirchen parking lot, right next to a train station. It winds through breathtaking natural scenery and ends at the Zugspitze (2,962 m). From the starting point, the trail climbs steadily all the way to the Zugspitze. The route follows the Hoher Weg trail past the Kochelberg-Alm and the Partnachalm. The Partnach River runs parallel to the trail, following the route all the way to the...

Atmospheric 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...

Popular mountain hike in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria. This route takes you along the Königsweg to Schachen. It begins at the Elmau hikers' car park and initially leads along a forest path along the "Koitaboch". In summer, many young cattle are grazing on the Wettersteinalm from about half of the way. The destination of the route is the royal house on Schachen, which belonged to Ludwig II. Highlights of the hike: - wonderful views of Alpspitze, Reintal and Zugspitzplateau - Alpine...

This trail is the 45th stage of the Via Alpina, a long-distance hiking route through eight Alpine countries that begins at the Meilerhütte and ends at the Reintalangerhütte. This route is part of the new Via Alpina trail, which was updated in April 2024 and now consists of 116 stages. The trail descends from the rugged peaks of the Wetterstein Mountains, crossing the border between Austria and Germany. The route winds through spectacular rocky landscapes and scree fields down into the...

This 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...

Alpine hike in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria. This wonderful hike begins at the mountain station of the Kreuzeckbahn. After a few hundred meters you enter the Bernadeinsteig. Follow the Bernadeinsteig, which is classified as quite easy, to the Bockhuette in the middle of the "Schachen und Reintal" nature reserve, which is usually open between June and September. After a stop, you go back to the Kreuzeckbahn on the well-known hiking trail (be sure to research the operating times before...

Diverse 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