Best trails near Obersee

Varied hiking trail to the Röthbach waterfall in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. Germany's highest waterfall is located in the Berchtesgaden National Park. In two stages, it overcomes the so-called Röthwand, south of the Königsee and Obersee lakes, before plunging 470 meters into the depths. There is no higher waterfall in Germany and it is also one of the highest in the Alps. The route starts at the southern end of Lake Königssee, which can be reached by boat from the town of...

Beautiful short hike to the Fischunkelalm in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Bavaria. This is an official hiking trail of the Berchtesgaden Tourist Organization. The hike starts at the landing stage in Salet. To get there, a ship across the Königssee (note the shipping timetable and prices) has to be taken first. From there, the idyllic route leads along the vast banks of the Obersee up to the Fischunkelalm at the lake's southern end. Anyone who wants to go a little further can visit the...

Challenging circular hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria This equally beautiful and challenging round leads through the eastern part of the Berchtesgaden National Park. There are numerous fantastic views and several places to stop for refreshments along the route. Starting on the north shore of the world-famous Königssee, it goes in the direction of the seasonally managed Priesbergalm, past the Lafeldkopf, around the Obersee and via St. Bartholomä back to the starting point. A...

Versatile route in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. This varied route begins at the Mooskaser Saletalm, which is open all year round. It leads uphill via the Sagerecksteig to the junction to the idyllic Schwarzsee. The shady forest trail is partly steep, secured with wire ropes and equipped with wooden stairs. From there you can climb the Halsköpfl. Continue to the Teufelshörner and the seasonally managed Waseralm, where you turn onto the Röthsteig. The Röthsteig, which is...

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...