Best trails near Elmautal
4.2(23 reviews)
Want to check out Elmautal from the trail? Good news: 8 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Elmautal are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (10)·Moderate·14.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrOfficial and promising hiking tour in Ettal, Bavaria. Beautiful hike organized by the Ammergauer Alpen GmbH tourism organization, which leads to the Linderhof royal palace. There you can explore great things, the castle park is also recommended. Highlights of the route: - Visit to the royal castle Linderhof - Linderhof Palace Park - Fantastic alpine panorama
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·25.7 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrVaried mountain bike tour in the Ammergebirge nature reserve, Bavaria. This mountain bike tour can be easily reached by public transport - the starting point of the tour is the train station in Farchant. From here you circle several mountain ranges of the Ammergebirge, cycle through the valley of the Elmaubach and past the Ettaler mill (refreshments available). The majority of the route leads through the forest. Highlights of the tour: - Ettal mill - Valley of the Loisach - View over the...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·35.1 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrThis epic and scenically outstanding route connects two of the most iconic locations in the Bavarian Alps: the spiritual center of Ettal Abbey and Lake Eibsee, known as the "Bavarian Caribbean," at the foot of the Zugspitze. The path explores the Ammergau Alps and the Werdenfelser Land, following a demanding mixture of alpine forestry roads, cycle paths along the Loisach River, and lakeside trails. A central highlight is the contrast between the Baroque splendor of the Ettal Basilica and the...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·37.1 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrPanoramic MTB tour in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park, Bavaria. This cross-border mountain bike tour starts at the hikers' car park in Graswang. From here, it follows the Rotmoostour in a south-westerly direction and along the Frieder, where the highest point of the tour is reached soon. This is followed by a long descent and a nice tour through the Friedergries. Shortly before the end at Linderhof Castle and on the northern shore of the Plansee directly at the campsite there are refreshment...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·27.7 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrDriveway from Oberau to Farchant and up to the Enningalm (path 256). There the trail begins (still route 256) down to the Rotmoosalm. Very easy gravel road with many switchbacks and no technical challenges. From the Rotmoosalm you then roll back comfortably via Ettal to Oberau.
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·35.9 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hrFrom the PP at the motorway exit Eschenlohe (625m) south. Always follow the forest road towards the Höhenberg. In Katzental left valley outward. At 720m left in the trail to the 7 banks and down to Oberau. Follow the Giessenbachfußweg to St. Georg. On the Hirschbergweg or the Spielleitenweg to Farchant (680m). At Lahnenwiesgraben turn right onto the forest road to the Enningalm. This or the signs to the Enningalm always monotonously follow. On the Enningalm (1560m) on the left on the except...
- 1.0 (1)·Hard·17.6 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis is, admittedly, a very long stage, but it leads across very varied terrain from the lovely Pflegersee lake over the breathtaking mountain world of the western Ammer range to the almost untouched Elmaugrieß. And the grand finale: Castle Linderhof, the former residence of Ludwig II, King of Bavaria. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Elmautal?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Elmautal. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 mountain biking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Elmautal?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Elmautal is Durchs Graswangtal zum Königsschloss, which has a 4.4 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 14.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 823 ft.
What is the longest trail near Elmautal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Elmautal is MTB Tour: Graswang - Plansee. This trail is estimated to be 37.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Elmautal?
Elmautal: With an ascent of 5,141 ft, Eschenlohe-Enningalm has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Rotmoosalmtrail with 4,051 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Elmautal?
The most popular and difficult trail near Elmautal is Ettal via Eibsee Lake with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.