Best trails near Osterfelderkopf
4.5(418 reviews)
Want to check out Osterfelderkopf from the trail? Good news: 13 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 12 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Osterfelderkopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (98)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic hike in Bavaria. Take the Alpspitzbahn cable car (for a fee) up to the mountain station. From here it goes to the Kreuzeck. You can stop for refreshments at the Kreuzalm and take the Kreuzeckbahn cable car on the way down. The Alpspix viewing platform is definitely worth a visit. Here you can enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the Höllental valley a thousand meters below. In spring and fall, the mountain railroads often take a break for maintenance (see "Tips"). Highlights: -...
- 4.6 (109)·Hard·2.8 miFun via Ferrata in the Bavarian Alps, Bavaria. One of the classics in the Bavarian Alps is the Alpspitze or Alpspitz Ferrata via Ferrata. The trail is suitable for adults and children accompanied by adults. The starting point is the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn at the foot of the Alpspitze. After just a few meters of ascent, the striking bracket ladder of the Alpspitz Ferrata is reached. More wire ropes and a few brackets lead to the grassy ledge from where you have a great view of...
- 4.7 (45)·Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular hiking trail in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria. This hike, which is a good 3 km long, requires two gondola rides: once with the Alpspitzbahn up to around 2000 m altitude and after the hike from the Kreuzeck mountain station back down into the valley. Before starting the hike, a detour to the AlpspiX is recommended. The massive, steel-supported viewing platform offers great views over the Hoellental and the peaks of the Wettersteingebirge. Highlights of the hike: - Alpspitz -...
- 4.7 (41)·Hard·9.6 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis is a challenging loop hike in the Wetterstein Mountains. There isn’t much time to warm up on this route: starting from Hammersbach, the trail follows the Jägersteig steadily uphill to the Alpspitzbahn mountain station. You can plan a detour to the Höllentorkopf, which rises to 2,150 meters. The views are definitely worth it. The return route takes you through the Hammersbach valley, known as the Höllental, which is not only breathtakingly beautiful but also serves as a popular ascent...
- 4.5 (30)·Hard·7.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrRunning route of the Osterfelder Berglauf. 11.9 km and 1297 m ascent with an average gradient of 10.9%. The start is in Garmisch (Alpspitzbahn valley station at 765m). The goal is the Osterfelder-Kopf (mountain station at 2,022m). The route is mostly easy to walk, some smaller trails, briefly cross-country up the ski slope (steepest point with almost 45 ° incline). A trained runner can do the distance in about 1:25 The top runners need 01:07. The upper part of the route is very spectacular...
- 4.8 (36)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Wetterstein mountains, Bavaria. After parking the car at the car park at the valley station of the Alpspitz and Kreuzeck cable cars, the Alpspitzbahn goes up to the mountain station. From here, the route begins to the Hupfleitenjoch and a few kilometres on the Hupfleitenjochsteig trail there and back (if you want to shorten the hike, you can skip this part). The route then continues to the Kreuzeckbahn mountain station. The way back down to the valley is then...
- 4.4 (16)·Hard·7.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrHike in Bavaria with great views. Start at Kainzenbad station at the Olympia ski stadium, where there are also parking spaces. The trail climbs steadily and passes several mountain stations and huts that invite to stop for a bite to eat. It is possible to take the Alpspitz cable car down to the village. It is recommended to pay attention to the weather just before Bayernhütte, because from there on there are hardly any opportunities to turn back. Highlights: - AlpspiX - Nice places to stop...
- 4.7 (20)·Hard·11.8 miChallenging loop in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria, Germany This route leads into the rough area near the Zugspitze. A beautiful path along the Höllenklamm with spectacular views of waterfalls and pools. Only experienced hikers with a good level of fitness, surefootedness and appropriate equipment should hike here! The roar of the water can always be heard in the background, which has been shaping the landscape and gorge for thousands of years, and the iron bridge above offers impressive...
- 4.9 (7)·Strenuous·4.8 miThe legendary Jubiläumsgrat, which connects Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze, with the Alpspitze, is the ultimate high-alpine challenge in the Eastern Alps and is reserved exclusively for experienced mountaineers. This highly exposed ridge traverse requires absolute surefootedness, extreme endurance, and the ability to free-climb unsecured rock up to UIAA Grade III. The route features wire ropes and a small emergency shelter, but a large portion of the ridge requires complete...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Osterfelderkopf?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Osterfelderkopf. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 12 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Osterfelderkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Osterfelderkopf is Alpspitzbahn Mountain Station - Kreuzeckbahn Mountain Station, which has a 4.7 star rating from 98 reviews. This trail is 2.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 249 ft.
What is the longest trail near Osterfelderkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Osterfelderkopf is Höllentorkopf - Eibsee. This trail is estimated to be 25.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Osterfelderkopf?
Osterfelderkopf: With an ascent of 9,560 ft, Zugspitze via Höllental with Descent via Alpspitze has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Höllentorkopf - Eibsee with 7,552 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Osterfelderkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Osterfelderkopf is Alpspitz Ferrata with a 4.6-star rating from 109 reviews.
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