Best trails near Funtensee

Scenic section of the Via Alpina (Violet Trail) from Salzburg to Bavaria (AUS/DEU). This stage leads across the impressive Steinerne Meer, a desert-like plateau characterised by bizarre karst formations and sparse vegetation. The border into Germany and the Berchtesgaden National Park is crossed during the hike. Here the vegetation becomes more lush again and the route leads into the Funtensee depression. This is particularly known for its low temperatures. Many a cold record has been broken...

Panoramic loop on the German-Austrian border The hike starts at the Ingolstädter Haus, which first has to be reached via hiking trails. At the beginning of the hike, the path leads in the direction of the German border, into the Berchtesgaden National Park. The Kärlinger Haus and the Funtensee are quickly reached. The karst lake is located in the middle of the Steinernes Meer mountain range and is well known for its low temperatures and braking many cold records. The route then leads back...

Technical and varied hike in Berchtesgaden National Park. This route is an extremely steep and technical "schwarzer Bergweg" (black path) and is not a simple hike. The trail demands absolute sure-footedness and a head for heights due to many very exposed sections. This path requires hands-on climbing sections (UIAA Grade I) and scrambling over difficult terrain, which is secured with steel ropes in several key places. This challenging ascent through the forest rewards experienced...

Varied circular hike from the Kärlingerhaus to the Sommerstein, Bavaria. The route is perfect as a tour if you have stayed at the Kärlingerhaus. From there it goes along the Viehkogeltalweg in the direction of the 2306 meter high Sommerstein. The summit offers a magnificent view over the Steinernes Meer. The further you get to the summit, the narrower and more rugged the paths become. You should have a head for heights, be absolutely sure-footed and wear sturdy shoes. On the way back you...

Varied hike to the Funtensee, Bavaria. The tour begins with a leisurely crossing of the Königssee by boat to the Salet pier (note the timetable, see tips). The route is a bit more demanding in parts, but offers something great for the eye. From the pier, it goes slightly uphill along the banks of the Königssee and the Obersee through shady forest to the idyllic Fischunkel Alm at the southern end of the lake. The path leads further up to the next highlight - the Röthbachfall. The path...

Versatile, alpine section of the E10 long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. The E10 long-distance hiking trail starts in Finland and runs through Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic and Italy. The Bavarian section runs through an alpine area and has great highlights to offer. The descent from Austria is to Berchtesgaden. From there, the section begins with a fairly flat path to the 1972 meter high Berchtesgadener Hochthron and the Stöhrhaus (seasonal refreshment stop and overnight...

Challenging hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The trail through the "Steinernes Meer" up to the Funtenseetauern is a real insider tip. The Funtenseentauern is the sixth highest peak of the Steinernes Meer and is only suitable for experienced mountaineers - sure-footedness, a head for heights and sufficient hiking experience in alpine terrain are absolutely essential here. From the Kärlinger Haus, situated by the idyllic Funtensee lake, the trail climbs steadily uphill across...