Best trails near Urschlauer Achen
4.5(84 reviews)
Want to check out Urschlauer Achen from the trail? Good news: 15 trails will get you there, including hiking and backpacking 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 14 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Urschlauer Achen are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.8 (9)·Hard·8.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular loop to the Hochfelln panoramic mountain in Chiemgau, Bavaria The Hochfelln is a popular panoramic mountain near the Chiemsee lake. From the Staudigl Hütte rest area, the trail leads into the enchanting mountain landscape of the Chiemgau Alps. Via the Thoraualm alp, the route climbs steadily up to the Hochfelln. The view from the vantage point is impressive and the Hochfellnhaus at the summit provides refreshments - it is open daily in good weather. Through the forest and via the...
- 4.1 (17)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Chiemgau Alps, Bavaria This wonderful hike with its 16 experience stations was designed to bring people and nature closer together. Trees and animal tracks can be identified, wood drifts can be tried out and gravel can be sorted to get to know this beautiful environment better. The start is at the parking lot (charges apply) near the Urschlau bus stop. It is recommended to stop off at the beautiful Dandl and Langerbauer Almen. Highlights: - mixed mountain...
- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows Stage 5 of the SalzAlpenSteig, traveling from Ruhpolding to Inzell on a mountain stage that combines open alpine pastures, forest, and quieter high-country terrain in the eastern Chiemgau Alps. From the valley around Ruhpolding, it climbs across meadows and wooded slopes toward Taubensee, passes small chapels and older cultural landmarks, and then gradually eases down toward Inzell, giving the stage a balanced feel between alpine hiking and the settled landscape that still...
- 4.8 (5)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route follows Stage 4 of the SalzAlpenSteig, continuing from Bergen to Ruhpolding through the Hochfelln area and the upper Chiemgau. High above Bergen, it crosses open alpine meadows, lighter forest, and mountain terrain shaped by the Thorau ravine before gradually easing down toward Ruhpolding, giving the day more of a long scenic descent than a classic climbing stage while still staying firmly in alpine country. Overnight stays are usually in inns or village accommodations in...
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop in the valley basin of the Chiemgau Alps near Ruhpolding. Start at the car park on Branderstraße, near the Alpengasthof Brand. From here, the route leads through the enchanting Märchenwald forest ("fairytale") forest to the Nesslauer Graben river. There is a viewpoint here from which the Nesslau waterfall and the Chiemgau mountains can be admired. After a cosy stop at the Butzn Wirt inn, the route returns to the starting point. Highlights: - Fairytale forest - Nesslau...
- 4.8 (7)·Hard·5.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Eastern Chiemgau Alps nature reserve, Bavaria. The idyllic hike starts from the car park in Urschlau, where there is also a bus stop. The route, located in the nature reserve Eastern Chiemgau Alps, then leads up to 1594 meters on the Haaralm Schneid. From there you have great views of the area Highlights: - Haaralmschnitz (1594 m)
- 3.6 (4)·Moderate·27.5 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrVersatile cycle tour from Inzell, Bavaria. The varied cycle tour starts in Inzell and offers great views of the Eastern Chiemgau Alps, beautiful streams and some idyllic lakes such as the Weitsee, the Mittersee, the Förchensee and the Taubensee. From Inzell, the route leads uphill via Gruttau through the Gründberg wildlife reserve to the Langerbauer Alm. After an optional stop at the cozy hut, a fun descent into the Wappachtal valley awaits, which leads the route to three lakes at once. The...
- 4.5 (12)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hike near Ruhpolding, Bavaria. The first five kilometers are constantly uphill on the Thorausteig, sometimes through the forest, then again over beautiful mountain meadows. The route is accompanied over long stretches by the happily babbling Thoraubach. After a leisurely stop at the Thorau-Alm, it's the same way back to the car park. Highlights of the hike: - Refreshments at the Thoraualm - Thoraubach - Glockenschmiede-Hammerschiede Museum - Leisure Park Ruhpolding (optional)
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·21.1 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrSmall tour jewel in the Chiemgau. Nice little bike tour peppered with trail sections and beautiful panoramic views. From the valley station of the Hochfelln-Bahn it goes up to the old pilgrimage church Maria Eck. After that, gravel paths and trails alternate. Especially the forest trails near Lohen are pure driving fun. Scenic drive into the Urschlauer Valley, then over old salt-pans up to Eschelmoos. The enjoyable conclusion of the tour is the drive on rough gravel roads down to the Weißen...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Urschlauer Achen?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Urschlauer Achen. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, 5 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Urschlauer Achen?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Urschlauer Achen is Hochfelln via Thoraualm Alp, which has a 4.8 star rating from 9 reviews. This trail is 8.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,116 ft.
What is the longest trail near Urschlauer Achen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Urschlauer Achen is Inzell - Langerbauer Alm - Mittersee-Hütte - Taubensee. This trail is estimated to be 27.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Urschlauer Achen?
Urschlauer Achen: With an ascent of 5,875 ft, Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 46 : Ruhpolding - Marquartstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 45 : Unken - Ruhpolding with 4,452 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Urschlauer Achen?
The most popular and difficult trail near Urschlauer Achen is Hochfelln via Thoraualm Alp with a 4.8-star rating from 9 reviews.
Top sights in Ruhpolding
Explore in the Ruhpolding area
Top parks
More trails
Activities
Attractions
- Forest trails in Ruhpolding
- Hard trails in Ruhpolding
- Lake trails in Ruhpolding
- Long trails in Ruhpolding
- Moderate trails in Ruhpolding
- River trails in Ruhpolding
- Trails with historic sites in Ruhpolding
- Trails with views in Ruhpolding
- Waterfall trails in Ruhpolding
- Wildflower trails in Ruhpolding
- Wildlife trails in Ruhpolding