All hiking tours in the Alpine Foothills
Wide meadows, sparkling lakes, and charming mountain villages
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The Most Beautiful Hiking Tours in the Alpine Foothills
Altmühltal-Panorama-Path
Your individual hiking tour through the Altmühltal begins in Treuchtlingen, where you’ll discover the gentle river landscapes of the Altmühl. From there, the route takes you past medieval castles like the one in Pappenheim and historic towns such as Solnhofen, famous for its ancient fossil finds. You’ll continue along scenic high paths through juniper heaths and the picturesque Urdonau Valley, reaching the baroque bishopric town of Eichstätt. On your way to Kipfenberg, nature reserves, Roman heritage, and stunning panoramic views await. The following stages offer varied terrain with magnificent vistas over the Altmühltal, charming villages like Beilngries, and the “Seven Valleys Town” of Dietfurt. At the end, you’ll enjoy the spectacular Danube Gorge near Kelheim – the perfect combination of nature, culture, and history on your tour through one of southern Germany’s most beautiful regions.
Frome Lake Königssee to Lake Chiemsee
Your journey begins in the stunning Berchtesgadener Land at Lake Königssee, right in the heart of Berchtesgaden National Park. Your path leads you past the Hintersee, through the impressive Seisenberg Gorge, and into the Saalach Valley. Along the way, you’ll explore the fascinating Lamprecht Cave and the pilgrimage church of Maria Kirchental before arriving in Lofer. From there, take the cable car up to the Loferer Alm, where you’ll enjoy a leisurely hike across alpine meadows to the Loferer Steinplatte – with a well-deserved break at the Winklmoos Alm. In Reit im Winkl, the Klausenbach Gorge and a schnapps museum await you. To conclude your hiking holiday with luggage transfer, enjoy a relaxing walk around Lake Taubensee and a fantastic view of Lake Chiemsee from the Kampenwand. A beautiful week of hiking filled with nature and Bavarian charm!
King-Ludwig-Way
Your hike begins with your arrival at Lake Starnberg and leads you through the Maisinger Gorge, passing cozy beer gardens on the way to the famous Andechs Monastery. From there, you continue along Lake Ammersee to Dießen. Through quiet forests and gentle hills, you’ll reach Wessobrunn, home to the renowned Tassilolinde tree and offering views of the Zugspitze. A highlight awaits at the Hoher Peißenberg, boasting expansive panoramic views of the Alps. Next, you’ll follow the Ammer Gorge to the impressive monastery church in Rottenbuch. Crossing moorlands and blooming meadows, you arrive at the “Church in the Meadow” (Wieskirche). To conclude, the castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau await before you reach the historic town of Füssen.
Top Destinations in the Alpine Foothills
Andechs Monastery
On the "Holy Mountain" above Lake Ammersee
Lake Ammersee
The third largest pre-alpine lake in Bavaria
English Garden
A green paradise in the heart of Munich
Sylvenstein Reservoir
Artificial dam lake with turquoise-blue water
Church in the Meadow (Wieskirche)
UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Useful Information about your hiking holiday in the Alpine Foothills
Facts about the Alpine Foothills
- Location: Between the Danube and the Alps, south of Munich to the Austrian border
- Area: approx. 20,000 km²
- Population: around 3 million
- Main towns: Bad Tölz, Murnau, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Rosenheim
- Highest point: Zugspitze (2,962 m), located on the border with the Wetterstein Mountains
The Climate in the Alpine Foothills
Mild springs, warm summers, colorful autumn days, and snowy winters – the Alpine foothills show their best side all year round. The föhn wind often brings clear views far into the mountains, perfect conditions for outdoor enthusiasts. And when summer gets hot, lakes like Ammersee and Tegernsee provide welcome cooling. Especially in autumn, the landscape turns golden – a dream for hikers and nature lovers.
The Culture in the Alpine Foothills
Here, tradition meets genuine zest for life. From Maypole celebrations to the alpine cattle drive, from church festivals to livestock markets – many customs are part of everyday life. Lüftl paintings decorate entire house facades, and in towns like Oberammergau, traditional crafts live on as they always have. King Ludwig II left a piece of fairy tale in the region with Neuschwanstein Castle – a place where history and imagination intertwine.
The Cuisine in the Alpine Foothills
On the alpine pasture, a wooden board with bacon, cheese, and fresh bread, paired with a cool regional beer – that’s all you need. For those who prefer warm dishes: cheese dumplings, creamy mushrooms, or a hearty roulade. And to finish? A schnapps from the local fruit grower or a slice of fresh apple strudel. Honest, hearty, and truly delicious.
Did you know, ...
- that Neuschwanstein Castle is one of Europe’s most visited sights?
- that Benediktbeuern is home to one of Bavaria’s oldest monasteries?
- that the Zugspitze, nearly 3,000 meters high, is Germany’s highest point and can be easily reached by cable car?
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