Best trails near Wimbachklamm
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Want to check out Wimbachklamm 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 Wimbachklamm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.8 (176)·Moderate·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly tour in the Wimbachklamm, Bavaria. This is a short but awe-inspiring route through the Wimbach Gorge, in which the water of the Wimbach torrent roars its way through the Dachstein limestone. Even today, fossils in the rock walls tell of when a sea covered the area here. There is a fee for entering the gorge and parking; children up to 6 years can join for free. The Wimbachklamm is open from May to October, but changes are possible due to the weather. Highlights: - Child...
- 4.6 (153)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park near Ramsau. This route leads through the wild and romantic Wimbachklamm gorge. The thundering waterfalls and rocky gorges can be admired via well-built bridges and footbridges. Even today, fossils in the rock faces tell of times long past when the area was covered by a sea. The hike begins at the Wimachbrücke parking lot (fee required). There is also a fee to enter the gorge (see tips). After this natural spectacle, continue along the...
- 4.8 (66)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrScenic hike in Berchtesgaden National Park from Wimbachbrücke, Bavaria. This route offers a great natural experience, with the road leading over the considerable debris flow of the Wimbach Valley. In contrast to Königssee in the parallel valley, a debris flow emerged here. From the Wimbachbrücke car park (charges apply), you head towards the managed Wimbachgrieshütte. Almost the entire time, the route follows the Wimbachweg uphill. Asphalt, gravel, and forest paths alternate. Shortly after...
- 4.8 (42)·Strenuous·14.7 miPopular, panoramic hiking trail in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. Caution: Only for experienced mountaineers: The Watzmann crossing is partly high alpine. This multi-peak ridge route requires excellent physical condition and the use of a helmet and climbing harness/rope for safety due to the high exposure and danger of falling rocks. The challenging traverse leads over Hocheck, Mittelspitze (2,713 m / 8,901 ft) and Südspitze and includes long, sustained climbing passages in UIAA...
- 4.7 (41)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrIdyllic, certified premium hiking trail in Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria. This varied and quite relaxed route is a certified premium hiking trail and has few steep sections. It offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, clear and rushing mountain streams, quiet lakes and places that invite you to rest and relax. The round is varied: It starts at the Gasthof Oberwirt, right next to the famous Ramsau church. Along the Ramsauer Ache it goes to the glacier springs - meltwater springs...
- 4.6 (6)·Hard·12 miStage 2 of the Watzmanntour, Bavaria. The second stage of the Watzmanntour, a popular and challenging mountain tour in the Berchtesgaden National Park, starts at the iconic Watzmannhaus. The first part of the tour goes to the summit of Hocheck via a giant slope, where the breathtaking panorama of the surrounding mountain peaks can be genuinely enjoyed. This part of the stage is considered very difficult. There is a passage secured by a wire rope, for which alpine experience, a head for...
- 4.8 (27)·Hard·7.9 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular mountain hike in Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The Hochalmscharte is a popular hiking destination in the Berchtegaden Alps, which can be hiked along a well-marked loop trail. First you follow the signs in the direction of the Wimbach Castle. Arriving at the mountain inn, you turn onto a narrow, steep path that is sometimes secured by ladders and steel cables. Some of the trails can be very slippery in wet weather. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are just as necessary as a...
- 5.0 (7)·Hard·22.5 mi·Est. 14–15 hrThis trekking tour crosses the Berchtesgaden National Park from north to south. Appropriate equipment, hiking experience in alpine terrain, a good level of fitness and surefootedness are essential for the hike on the Wimbachweg, the Oberlahnersteig and the Kleine Saugasse. Wimbachgrieshütte and the Kärlingerhaus. are stops for refreshments and overnight stays. Overnight stays in the seasonally open mountain huts must be booked online in advance. Start at the Wimbachbrücke bridge and follow...
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·10.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrBeautiful descent from the Ingolstätter Haus to the Wimbachbrücke with border crossing This great hike is all downhill. It begins at the Ingolstädter Haus and leads across the German-Austrian border, on the Wimbachweg into the valley, where the Wimbachbrücke car park and an information center is. The Ingolstätter Haus can also be reached on this same path, but also on other hiking trails. Shortly after crossing the border, the route leads past the Wimbachgrieshütte, which is normally open...
- Hard·25.3 miVersatile trekking route around the Hochkalter, Bavaria. The entire route is a demanding mountain hike through high alpine terrain, which is best suited as a trekking route for two to three day stages. This requires sure-footedness, a head for heights and a certain level of fitness. There are overnight accommodations in the seasonally managed Wimbachgrieshütte (with three daily variations) and in the seasonally managed Ingolstädter-Haus. The path leads there after a decent ascent from the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wimbachklamm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wimbachklamm. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wimbachklamm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wimbachklamm is Wimbachklamm, which has a 4.8 star rating from 176 reviews. This trail is 1.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 314 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wimbachklamm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wimbachklamm is Hochkalter Loop. This trail is estimated to be 25.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wimbachklamm?
Wimbachklamm: With an ascent of 8,349 ft, Hochkalter Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Watzmann Crossing with 7,011 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wimbachklamm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wimbachklamm is Wimbachgrieshütte with a 4.8-star rating from 66 reviews.
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