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Bavarian and Salzburg Alps

Visit the Lake Königssee and Hochkoenig hiking paradise

Hiking tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-Guided
Eurofun original tour
Challenging
Wandern mit Rucksack und Wanderstöcken durch die Bayerische Berglandschaft
Hiking trail in the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps
Hiker on the beautiful hiking trail in the Bavarian Alpine Foreland
Steven Rittey
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The blue-green waters of Lake Königssee, nestled amidst imposing mountains, exude an idyllic, mysterious, and unique charm. Towering peaks and picturesque valleys are interconnected by magnificent trails. Embark on a journey through the Berchtesgaden National Park, the sole German national park within the Alps. Traverse flower-strewn alpine pastures and meander through picturesque hamlets until you arrive at the awe-inspiring Hochkönig massif.

The glaciers of the Hohe Tauern National Park create a breathtaking backdrop, and the alpine cabins, serving delicious food, showcase the distinctive way of life of this region. Explore this remarkable landscape where nature's beauty meets traditional alpine culture.

Details about the holiday in the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps

The mountain hiking tour kicks off with a highlight: after you arrive at the Königssee, day two will see a trip to the Berchtesgaden National Park on the programme. For 19 kilometres you will hike through the reserve, past the border into Salzburg.

All around you’ll hear the rushing waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm. And over the next few days, one highlight will follow the last. For example, the Pinzgauer Grasberge, a high-altitude hike to the famous Arthurhaus or a visit to Hohenwerfen Castle (not included in the price) and much more.

Highlights of the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps walking holiday:

  • Königssee & Berchtesgaden National Park: Steeply rising rock walls and a nature reserve straight out of a picture book. If you look closely, you might catch a glimpse of a chamois or a shy marmot.

  • Alpine huts with homemade delicacies: A landscape with scenery as romantic as the famous Austrian ‘Heimatfilms’. Sitting right in the middle of it are numerous huts.

  • Torrener Joch & Jenner: Expect a long climb to the border crossing and on to the Jenner summit. And at Bluntautal, you will be rewarded with unique alpine landscapes and rugged rock formations.

Bavarian and Salzburg Alps
Challenging
Hiking tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-Guided
Steven Rittey
0044(0)1706 618155
Get in touch

Itinerary

Hotel example: Brandtnerhof

The trail starts in the magic forest and leads to the idyllic lake Hintersee. It is a comfortable walk into the heart of the National park, with steep rock walls towering to the left and to the right. Cross the border to Salzburg and follow the trail along the roaring waterfalls of Seisenbergklamm to your destination Weißbach.

Hotel example: Seisenbergklamm

approx. 18 km | 5.5 hours | Ascent 500 m | Descent 500 m

Today one of the most beautiful walking tours on alpine pastures waits for you. Below the steep needle-like towers ‘Mandlwalls’ you walk along the foot of the Hochkoenig massif over to Arthurhouse. Chamois, cattle, horses and countless cabins as well as impressive scenery, you will think you are in the middle of a film set. Overnight if possible in Arthurhouse close to Mandlwalls.

Hotel example: Hochkönig

approx. 12 km | 5 hours | Ascent 800 m | Descent 750 m

Today one of the most beautiful walking tours on alpine pastures waits for you. Below the steep needle-like towers ‘Mandlwalls’ you walk along the foot of the Hochkoenig massif over to Arthurhouse. Chamois, cattle, horses and countless cabins as well as impressive scenery, you will think you are in the middle of a film set. Overnight if possible in Arthurhouse close to Mandlwalls.

Hotel example: Arthurhaus

approx. 15 km | 5 hours | Ascent 700 m | Descent 250 m

Enjoy the freedom, take a short hike to the surrounding cabins or catch a bus to the next village Mühlbach.

Hotel example: Arthurhaus

approx. 5 km | 2 hours | Ascent 250 m | Descent 250 m

The morning sees you walking up to the alpine pasture of the “Hochkönig-Region”. The imposing massif once more opens up to allow stunning views. Walk on the ancient miner’s trail down into the valley of river Salzach and continue to Werfen. There the mighty forest Hohenwerfen is well worth a visit.

Hotel example: Golingen

approx. 13 km | 4 hours | Ascent 50 m | Descent 1.050 m

One more highlight is in store for you at the very end of this walking week: a long ascent to the border crossing Torrener Joch and then to the summit ‘Jenner’ in Berchtesgaden. Transfer into the Bluntautal valley which is closed off by steep rock walls. Climb through the forest and scattered alpine pastures. Once you reach the summit of Jenner you can enjoy the view of the whole walking week as well as lake Koenigssee. Down into the valley by cable car.

Hotel example: Brandtnerhof

approx. 12 km | 6 hours | Ascent 1.350 m | Descent 50 m

Departure from Königssee/Berchtesgaden or spend extra nights in the surrounding region.

Route map and overview

Beautiful and good walking paths, just a few longer climbs require a good basic fitness level and partly surefootedness. If you love alpine pastures, brilliant views and being high up you will enjoy this tour. The mountain trails with fantastic views of the mountain world and the overnight stays at the foot of Hochkoenig mountain will fascinate you.

Prices and dates

Accommodation in guesthouses, 2** 3*** and 4**** hotels

Hotel lists are available on request for all holidays

Prices per person in GBP

Services & Information

Further information about this walking holiday

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • 1x Lunch package (Arthurhaus/Mühlbach)
  • Luggage transfer
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • 1 Cable car fare Jenner
  • Transfers according to the program
  • 1 Train fare from Werfen to Golling
  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS data available
  • Service hotline

Optional:

  • Half-board evening meal (often multi-course, sometimes outside the property, payable with voucher)

Arrival / Parking / Departure:

  • By train to Berchtesgaden, short transfer to Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden by bus or taxi (approx. 15 min., depending on the starting hotel).
  • Munich or Salzburg airport.
  • Car parking: Public underground car park (Berchtesgaden), near the hotel, cost approx. € 8 per day, or approx. € 40 per week, no reservation in advance.

 

Important information:

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Special dates on request
You now receive special conditions when you book a trip.