Best trails near Wendelstein
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Want to check out Wendelstein from the trail? Good news: 13 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 12 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wendelstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.8 (94)·Hard·3.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis route starts at the valley station of the Wendelstein Cable Car in Bayrischzell-Osterhofen and leads across alpine meadows and several wooded sections up to the summit of the Wendelstein. From the highest peak of the Mangfall Mountains, a truly spectacular panoramic view unfolds. You can enjoy it even more with a drink at the Wendelsteinhaus. The return to the starting point can be made via the large-cabin shuttle cable car or by following the same route. The final stretch up to the...
- 4.9 (34)·Hard·5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrChallenging outward and return route on the Wendelstein-Männlein summit trail, Bavaria, Germany This route leads to the historic Wendelstein summit, to which there are a total of five different routes. There are spectacular highlights waiting to be explored, including the highest church in Germany! Starting in Hochkreuth, the trail leads along beautiful alpine meadows, initially through forest, later to the alpine huts and on to the Wendelstein Cave. It is part of the cave system that runs...
- 4.7 (35)·Hard·5.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular hike near Brannenburg in the Bavarian Prealps. From the Brannenburg cogwheel railway valley station, it goes via Aipl, Mitteralm, Reindler Alm and the Zeller Scharte to the famous Wendelstein. The waymark is a white W surrounded by a white circle on a blue background. With the cogwheel train you can then get back to the starting point. ------------------ Accessible by bus and train
- 4.6 (23)·Hard·7.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular summit tour in the Bavarian Alps. This is a beautiful mountain tour from the Larcheralm to the Wendelstein and back the same way. Once the Wendelstein is reached, one option is to take the cable car down to the Bayrischzell-Osterhofen Valley station. The route can also be extended to include the panoramic trail to the Wetterloch. Beautiful views await after the ascent, which requires a certain fitness level. The route follows the yellow...
- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·1.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrExciting circular route on the Wendelstein, Bavaria. The short circular route shows and conveys interesting facts about the geology in general and about the Wendelstein in particular. There are several information boards to be found on the summit and panoramic circular hike. On the Wendelstein, the path leads from the mountain station via a well-secured trail to the Wendelstein summit and back along the panorama trail around the summit. The Wendelsteinkirche and the Wendelsteinhaus are on...
- 4.8 (23)·Hard·9.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis alpine mountain hike leads from the idyllic pilgrimage site of Birkenstein (Fischbachau) up to one of the most famous peaks in the Bavarian Alps, the Wendelstein (1,838 m). The trail opens up the scenically impressive western side of the mountain and follows a challenging mix of shady forest paths, open alpine trails and rocky summit paths. A central highlight is the contrast between the baroque splendour of the Birkenstein pilgrimage chapel at the starting point and the high alpine...
- 4.9 (3)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPromising high-altitude hike near Bayrischzell in the Bavarian Alps. The hiking trail leads from the summit of the Wendelstein through the Geo-Park Wendelstein to the Mitteralm (1200hm). With more than 30 display boards, it conveys how the mountainous landscape of the Alps was created and offers a fantastic Alpine panorama throughout. --------------------------------- Mountain railway ascent / descent
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wendelstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wendelstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 12 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wendelstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wendelstein is Osterhofen - Wendelstein, which has a 4.8 star rating from 94 reviews. This trail is 3.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,028 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wendelstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wendelstein is Aus dem Jenbachtal auf den Wendelstein. This trail is estimated to be 11.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wendelstein?
Wendelstein: With an ascent of 3,956 ft, Auf den Wendelstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Aus dem Jenbachtal auf den Wendelstein with 3,923 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wendelstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wendelstein is Osterhofen - Wendelstein with a 4.8-star rating from 94 reviews.
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