Best trails near Hinterer Brandkopf
4.5(69 reviews)
Want to check out Hinterer Brandkopf from the trail? Good news: 4 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hinterer Brandkopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (31)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPromising descent from Jenner in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. This trail can be accessed using the Jenner cable car. Before you go down, it's worth making a detour to the summit of the 1,874 meter high Jenner. On the way down it goes along mostly well-developed hiking trails with great views of Berchtesgaden and the Königsee. You will pass several places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Jenner summit - great views - Refreshments
- 4.6 (25)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular loop in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria This hike inspires with varied landscapes - river, lake, forest, and steep ascent to the Brandkopf. In addition, it is rich in magnificent views and first leads along the Ache toward Königssee. From there, the route follows the northeastern foothills of the Berchtesgaden National Park up into the forest and once around the Hinterer Brandkopf and Vorderer Brandkopf. From up here, in particular, there are truly fantastic views of the surrounding...
- 4.5 (12)·Moderate·1.6 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly hike in the biosphere region of Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. A beautiful mountain hike to the middle station of the Jennerbahn. Due to the short distance and the moderate difference in altitude, the route is also suitable for families with children. An alternative starting point is the Hinterbrand car park, from which you can directly access the Koenigsweg. Highlights of the hike: - Middle station of the Jennerbahn - Hinterer Brandkopf - beautiful views of the mountains
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·27.1 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrThis route runs as a segment of the Watzmann-Hochkönig Mountain Bike Loop from Oberalm first into the Hallein area and then picks up the climb toward Bad Dürrnberg. Beyond the Salzach valley, the character changes clearly: the opening section near the valley line turns into a long, demanding mountain segment over Zinkenkogel before the Roßfeld Höhenstraße opens the transition into the Berchtesgaden area. After that, the route continues on old forest roads to Scharitzkehlalm and then descends...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Hinterer Brandkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hinterer Brandkopf is Descent from Jenner to Königssee, which has a 4.7 star rating from 31 reviews. This trail is 6.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 72 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hinterer Brandkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hinterer Brandkopf is Oberalm to Königsee. This trail is estimated to be 27.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hinterer Brandkopf?
Hinterer Brandkopf: With an ascent of 5,314 ft, Oberalm to Königsee has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Berchtesgaden - Königssee - Brandkopf with 2,568 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hinterer Brandkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hinterer Brandkopf is Berchtesgaden - Königssee - Brandkopf with a 4.6-star rating from 25 reviews.
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