Best trails near Schrainbachfall
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Want to check out Schrainbachfall 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 Schrainbachfall are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 5.0 (34)·Hard·13.8 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular hiking trail with great views in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. This route begins with a boat tour (note the shipping timetable) across the Königsee, as this is the only way to reach the starting point, St. Bartholomä. From here, the route follows an ancient path along the shore, which initially leads flat along the Königssee. The route then goes uphill through the forest, so that beautiful views over the Königssee and the Obersee can soon be enjoyed. Past the Schrainbach...
- 4.6 (33)·Hard·4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike at the picturesque Königsee, Bavaria. This beautiful tour starts at the Saletalm. A boat goes there, which is best booked in advance, as the area is usually very busy. From there, the trail leads close to the shore along the lake to the Schrainbach Falls, uphill and over several hairpin bends. From there it goes downhill to Bartholomä. The path is not signposted and leads past steep terrain in places. As the path has fallen apart in places, some care is required. The trail is...
- 5.0 (6)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrFourth stage of the Watzmann tour from Kärlinger Haus, Bavaria. The last stage of the Watzmann tour is mostly downhill - along narrow paths with almost continuous views of the imposing east face of the Watzmann. Through the infamous Saugasse, a seemingly endless series of narrow hairpin bends, the trail leads down to Königssee. The crystal-clear water awaits at the bottom, surrounded by impressive scenery. When the weather is right, the lake invites you to take a dip. The return trip by boat...
- 3.6 (5)·Hard·23.7 mi·Est. 20–22 hrChallenging 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...
- 4.4 (10)·Hard·7.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrChallenging hike in the Berchtesgaden National Park, Bavaria. The AV trail 419 starts at the Wimbachgrieshütte. From here, it leads through the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park. Via the Sigeretsteig and through the Sigeretplatte, the route reaches the Mausbach and Mausbach Falls as well as the Schrainbach Falls. The last section leads along the banks of the famous Königssee lake and offers fabulous views until you finally reach St. Bartholomä. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.3 (5)·Moderate·10.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPromising stage 41 of the violet Via Alpina long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. The Violette Via Alpina Trail has 66 stages through Austria, Slovenia and Germany. In Bavaria it usually follows the Maximiliansweg. From the Kärlinger Haus, follow the serpentines through the popular "Saugasse". The path is rocky, but well developed. Arrived in somewhat flatter terrain, you pass the beautiful Schrainbach waterfall, where a magnificent view of the famous Königssee soon opens up. The path leads...
- 4.8 (4)·Strenuous·12 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrTechnical 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...
- Hard·26.5 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrVersatile, 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...
- Hard·15.4 miAlpine experience and absolute surefootedness are required for this spectacular crossing from Königssee to Pinzgau in Austria. The journey begins with a boat trip to the historic pilgrimage church of St. Bartholomä before conquering the famous Saugasse - a steep gorge with 32 challenging hairpin bends. The terrain changes into the high alpine karst landscape of the Steinernes Meer, a barren sea of rocks that requires careful orientation between the Kärlingerhaus and the Riemannhaus. Wire rope...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schrainbachfall?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schrainbachfall. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schrainbachfall?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schrainbachfall is Königssee to Kärlingerhaus at Funtensee, which has a 5.0 star rating from 34 reviews. This trail is 13.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 4,173 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schrainbachfall?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schrainbachfall is European long-distance hiking trail E10: Bavarian section. This trail is estimated to be 26.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schrainbachfall?
Schrainbachfall: With an ascent of 12,345 ft, Königssee Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is European long-distance hiking trail E10: Bavarian section with 6,338 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schrainbachfall?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schrainbachfall is Königssee to Kärlingerhaus at Funtensee with a 5.0-star rating from 34 reviews.
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