Best trails near Heimgarten
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Want to check out Heimgarten from the trail? Good news: 10 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 10 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Heimgarten are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (278)·Hard·9.7 miPopular hiking trail with great views in the Bavarian Prealps, Bavaria. The route is quite demanding, but very varied and a real classic; Hikers are rewarded with great views of the foothills of the Alps and its lakes, as well as towards the Alps of the Wetterstein Mountains and Zugspitze. The starting point for this route is a paid car park at the Herzogstandbahn, from where the route is marked with a yellow sign. It goes first in the direction of Herzogstand. The Herzogstandhaus (observe...
- 4.8 (150)·Hard·6.7 miPanoramic ascent to Walchensee near Kochel, Bavaria. The ascent from Walchensee (car park Am Tanneneck) is relatively quiet and little used. However, the ridge path to the Herzogstand, in particular, is more frequented at the weekend. Since the Herzogstand is a popular destination and can be reached by cable car, it is often visited. However, the views from the ridge path always make up for this. The descent takes place with the Herzogstandbahn (subject to a fee). - fantastic view over the...
- 4.7 (45)·Hard·3.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic route hike in the Bavarian Pre-Alps. The start is in beautiful Walchensee. The destination is the Heimgartenhütte, which is open in the summer season (see tips). From there, either continue to the surrounding peaks or take the same route back down to the starting point. There are also refreshment stops on the shores of the lake to round off the day after the hike. The route is marked with red-white-red and the number 445. Highlights: - View of the Herzogstand, Walchensee and...
- 4.7 (57)·Hard·7.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPanoramic loop from Ohlstadt in Upper Bavaria. The hike mostly leads over forest roads and wide paths. Some somewhat rougher path sections are always a bit slippery, especially when wet. Caution is advised here. Finally, it goes via the Bärenfleckhütte (year-round self-catering hut) to the home garden, where magnificent views await. Highlights: - Great views
- 4.9 (19)·Hard·12.6 miBeginning near Urfeld or the Herzogstandbahn valley station, the journey begins on wide forest trails before climbing toward the upper mountain station and the summit of Herzogstand. Hikers cross a dramatic ridge that connects Herzogstand to Heimgarten, navigating rocky steps, narrow ledges, and short rope-assisted scrambles. Beyond the Heimgarten peak, the path drops sharply down south-facing slopes through pine woods and mountain pastures toward the valley floor at Walchensee. The open...
- 5.0 (6)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrGreat mountain hike from Kesselberg Passhöhe in the Bavarian Pre-Alps. Overall, this is a moderate mountain hike that leads from Kesselberg Passhöhe to the Herzogstand mountain inn along a wide road. The ascent to the peaks finally takes place in many serpentines along a partly rugged but well-maintained path. Sure-footedness and good footwear are recommended. First, the route reaches the summit of the 1731-metre-high Herzogstand. The route then continues along the plateau with its great...
- 4.7 (2)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 10–11 hrAlong stage awaits you, but a stop-off in Eschenlohe can be fitted in if necessary. From the Herzogstand peak, climb down on the western side to Heimgarten. Several spots require you to be sure of foot and free of vertigo and are secured in parts with cables. After the climb down into the Loisachtal valley, the ascent over the Hohe Kisten to the Weilheimer hut begins. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrA strenuous summit trail to the Heimgarten from Schlehdorf in Bavaria. Parking is available in Schlehdorf for those arriving by car. There are also places to stop for refreshments in Schlehdorf and on the Heimgarten. The route is therefore ideal as an Alpine tour from Munich and the surrounding area. The hiking trail starts in the south of Schlehdorf on the Kochelsee and leads past the Hohentanne and Hirschberg mountains to the Heimgarten mountain. During the descent, the route leads back...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 6–7 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning in Eschenlohe and ending at the Herzogstandhaus. The path departs Eschenlohe past the historic St. Clemens Church and heads east through the scenic Eschenlaine Valley. It winds along clear mountain streams and through dense forests, bypassing the Ölrain peak before climbing toward the Heimgarten and Herzogstand mountains, where hikers gain views of the Karwendel range and Walchensee...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·15.6 mi·Est. 9–10 hrPanoramic mountain bike round trip between Eschenlohe and Walchensee in the Bavarian Prealps. The great panorama tour leads from Eschenlohe up to the Heimgartenhaus, followed by a crisp trail descent to Ohlstadt. ------------------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Heimgarten?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Heimgarten. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Heimgarten?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Heimgarten is Herzogstand - Heimgarten, which has a 4.7 star rating from 278 reviews. This trail is 9.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 4,045 ft.
What is the longest trail near Heimgarten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Heimgarten is Eschenlohe - Heimgarten. This trail is estimated to be 15.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Heimgarten?
Heimgarten: With an ascent of 5,695 ft, Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 58 : Herzogstand - Weilheimer Hütte has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Maximiliansweg Stage 11: Eschenlohe - Herzogstandhaus with 4,337 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Heimgarten?
The most popular and difficult trail near Heimgarten is Herzogstand - Heimgarten with a 4.7-star rating from 278 reviews.