Active vacations are among the most environmentally friendly and healthiest ways to travel. Traveling on foot means moving in a climate-conscious way while conserving resources.
Itinerary at a glance
Hotel example: Brandtnerhof
Transfer to the starting point. Through the romantic ‚Zauberwald‘-forest to Lake Hintersee with its idyllic location. Surrounded by steep towering rockfaces you venture deeper and deeper into the Berchtesgaden national park, a very special ‚gem of nature‘. Across the border to Austria, where you descend on the alp-adventure path towards the valley, past the roaring waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm-ravine all the way to Weißbach.
Hotel example: Seisenbergklamm
In the morning, a short transfer to Maria Alm. From there you ascend to the Pinzgauer Grasberge-mountains, where a stupendous high-altitude hiking tour awaits: extensive alpine landscapes, quaint wooden huts and numerous panorama-peaks promise a picture-perfect hiking day. The quaint mountain village of Dienten situated at the foot of the majestic Mount Hochkönig is today’s Day Finish.
Hotel example: Hochkönig
Today you hike through the renowned Gasteinertal-valley. Framed by stunning mountain scenery you are headed south along the gently babbling river with the impressive Hohe Tauern-massif always in plain view. Along the Gasteiner-high-altitude path you hike across deep gorges and via diverse promenade-paths reach the thermal springs of the historic spa resort Bad Gastein.
Hotel example: Lindenhof
Todays queen’s stage as part of your crossing of the Alps will make your hearts leap for joy: along an ancient bridle path, which has connected the affluent state of Salzburg with the sunny Carinthia for centuries, you will step by step discover the Hohe Tauern-national park on foot. Through unique mountain scenery you get higher and higher up to the ‚Mallnitzer Tauern‘-pass crossing located at an altitude of 2450m. Enjoy a break in the quaint hut ‚Hagener Hütte‘ before you start your descent to Mallnitz whilst still besotted by the numerous giant peaks.
Hotel example: Kärntnerhof
Having arrived in an incredible mountain world you proceed through the Seebachtal-valley around Lake Stappitzer See, towering above you are the shimmering glaciers of Mount Ankogel. Today there are several gorges to be tackled via spectacular via ferratas and across roaring waterfalls the rushing water accompanies you all the way into the Mölltal-valley with its picturesque location, where the little national park community of Obervellach – a climatic health-resort - promises pristine recuperation.
Hotel example: Erlebnishotel Mölltal
A short bus ride headed south through the tranquil Mölltal-valley to Spittal an der Drau. The Way of St. James leads you uphill to Mount Wolfsberg, across the Millstätter-mountain ridge and past the Lake Egelsee nature reserve you proceed blissfully to the deep blue waters of Lake Millstätter See. Then always along the lakeside into today’s Day Finish, the holiday and lakeside resort Döbriach.
Hotel example: Haus Kärnten
The hiking paradise of the Nockberge-mountains is calling: You head straight for the viewpoint ‚Sternenbalkon‘, probably the best spot for a view across the lake and into the snowy high Alps. As an option today you might want to tackle the peak of the legendary world mountain Mirnock or simply enjoy a leisurely walk all around it. Mystic places of power, numerous springs and garnet-rock characterize the scenery. Once you arrive in Feld am See, a swim in the cool waters of the idyllic Lake Brennsee beckons.
Hotel example: Lindenhof
Transfer to Lake Ossiach and through the Bleistätter Moor nature reserve to the final climb over the Klein Tauern. With a view of the turquoise-green Wörthersee to the the lakeside promenade of the fashionable resort of Velden, from where you can a short train ride to sunny Villach.
Hotel example: Palais26
Departure or extension
Itinerary at a glance
Your hiking tour begins in the Berchtesgaden region, where dramatic cliffs, lush alpine meadows, and the deep blue waters of Lake Königssee set the stage for your adventure. Take some time to stroll along the lakeshore or wander through the charming streets of historic Berchtesgaden, soaking in the unique atmosphere that makes this region so special.
Hotel example: Brandtnerhof
Transfer to the starting point. Through the romantic 'Zauberwald' forest to Lake Hintersee with its idyllic location. Surrounded by steep towering rockfaces you venture deeper and deeper into the Berchtesgaden national park, a very special 'gem of nature'. Across the border to Austria, where you descend on the alp adventure path towards the valley, past the roaring waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm ravine all the way to Weißbach.
Hotel example: Seisenbergklamm
In the morning, a short transfer to Maria Alm. From there you ascend to the Pinzgauer Grasberge-mountains, where a stupendous high-altitude hiking tour awaits: extensive alpine landscapes, quaint wooden huts and numerous panorama-peaks promise a picture-perfect hiking day. The quaint mountain village of Dienten situated at the foot of the majestic Mount Hochkönig is today’s Day Finish.
Hotel example: Hochkönig
Today you hike through the renowned Gastein valley. Framed by stunning mountain scenery you are headed south along the gently babbling river with the impressive Hohe Tauern massif always in plain view. Along the Gasteiner-high-altitude path you hike across deep gorges and via diverse promenade paths reach the thermal springs of the historic spa resort Bad Gastein.
Hotel example: Lindenhof
Todays queen’s stage as part of your crossing of the Alps will make your hearts leap for joy: along an ancient bridle path, which has connected the affluent state of Salzburg with the sunny Carinthia for centuries, you will step by step discover the Hohe Tauern national park on foot. Through unique mountain scenery you get higher and higher up to the 'Mallnitzer Tauern pass' crossing located at an altitude of 2450m. Enjoy a break in the quaint hut 'Hagener Hütte' before you start your descent to Mallnitz whilst still besotted by the numerous giant peaks.
Hotel example: Kärntnerhof
Having arrived in an incredible mountain world you proceed through the Seebachtal valley around Lake Stappitzer See, towering above you are the shimmering glaciers of Mount Ankogel. Today there are several gorges to be tackled via spectacular via ferratas and across roaring waterfalls the rushing water accompanies you all the way into the Mölltal valley with its picturesque location, where the little national park community of Obervellach – a climatic health resort - promises pristine recuperation.
Hotel example: Landhotel Pacher Obervellach
A short bus ride headed south through the tranquil Mölltal valley to Spittal an der Drau. The Way of St. James leads you uphill to Mount Wolfsberg, across the Millstätter mountain ridge and past the Lake Egelsee nature reserve you proceed blissfully to the deep blue waters of Lake Millstätter See. Then always along the lakeside into today’s Day Finish, the holiday and lakeside resort Döbriach.
Hotel example: Haus Kärnten
The hiking paradise of the Nockberge-mountains is calling: You head straight for the viewpoint 'Sternenbalkon', probably the best spot for a view across the lake and into the snowy high Alps. As an option today you might want to tackle the peak of the legendary world mountain Mirnock or simply enjoy a leisurely walk all around it. Mystic places of power, numerous springs and garnet-rock characterize the scenery. Once you arrive in Feld am See, a swim in the cool waters of the idyllic Lake Brennsee beckons.
Hotel example: Lindenhof
Transfer to Lake Ossiach and through the Bleistätter Moor nature reserve to the final climb over the Klein Tauern. With a view of the turquoise-green Wörthersee to the the lakeside promenade of the fashionable resort of Velden, from where you can a short train ride to sunny Villach.
Hotel example: City Hotel Villach
Departure or extension
Other variants of this tour
Tour difficulty
For the daily hiking tours with a walking time of up to 6 hours a good basic fitness level is prerequisite. You hike on varied hiking- and mountain paths, in parts also on gravel roads. Most slightly longer tours can be cut short by public transport. For some sections in the high mountains surefootedness is required. A hiking tour for enthusiasts loving idyllic alps, deep gorges and green-blue lakes all situated in high alpine surroundings.
Tour difficulty
For the daily hiking tours with a walking time of up to 6.5 hours a good basic fitness level is prerequisite. You hike on varied hiking and mountain paths, in parts also on gravel roads. Most slightly longer tours can be cut short by public transport. For some sections in the high mountains surefootedness is required. A hiking tour for enthusiasts loving idyllic alps, deep gorges and green blue lakes all situated in high alpine surroundings.
Prices & Dates
Services & Information
Further details about this tour
Included
- Accommodation in beautiful 3*** hotels and inns
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfer
- Transfers according to program
- 1 Entrance fee Groppensteinschlucht
- Welcome briefing
- Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
- Service hotline
Optional
- Printed route book, per room EUR 20
- Return transfer by minibus from Villach to Königssee/Berchtesgaden every Saturday, costs EUR 125 per person, EUR 45 per dog, reservation is necessary, to be paid for in advance
Arrival / Parking / Departure
- Arrival by train to Berchtesgaden and continue by bus or cab on a short journey to Schönau/Königssee, duration approx. 15 minutes, depending on the starting hotel
- Munich or Salzburg airport
- Parking: Public parking spaces at Königssee (www.koenigssee.de), costs approx. EUR 70 per week, public parking garage in Berchtesgaden, costs approx. EUR 70 per week
- Departure by bus and train from Villach to Königssee/Berchtesgaden, duration approx. 4 hours with 1 change in Salzburg
Things to note
- Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price.
- Fares for public transport, approx. EUR 20 per person
- Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
Services & Information
Further details about this tour
Included
- Accommodation in 3*** hotels and inns
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfer
- Transfers Königssee – Ramsau, Weißbach – Maria Alm, Dienten – Gastein Valley and Feld am See – Lake Ossiacher See
- 1 entrance fee Groppensteinschlucht
- Welcome briefing
- Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
- Service hotline
Optional
- Printed route book, per person EUR 20
- Return transfer to Königssee/Berchtesgaden every SAT, costs per person EUR 129, (min. 2 people), per dog EUR 49, reservation is necessary, to be paid for in advance
Arrival / Parking / Departure
- Arrival by train to Berchtesgaden and by bus to Schönau/Königssee, duration approx. 15 minutes (www.bahn.de, www.dbregiobus-bayern.de)
- Munich airport and by train to Berchtesgaden, duration approx. 3 hours with 2 changes in Ostbahnhof and Freilassing (www.bahn.de)
- Salzburg airport, by bus to Bad Reichenhall and by train to Berchtesgaden, duration approx. 1 hour (www.salzburg-verkehr.at, www.bahn.de)
- Parking: public parking spaces at Königssee (www.koenigssee.de), costs approx. EUR 70 per week, public parking garage in Berchtesgaden, costs approx. EUR 70 per week.
- Departure by train from Villach to Salzburg and by train to Königssee/Berchtesgaden, duration approx. 4 hours with 1 change in Salzburg (www.oebb.at)
- Departure by Flixbus from Villach to Königssee/Berchtesgaden, duration approx. 3,5 hours with 1 change in Salzburg (www.flixbus.at)
Things to note
- Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price.
- Bus rides Bad Gastein – Sportgastein and Obervellach – Spittal an der Drau, costs approx. EUR 16 per person
- Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
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Our contribution to climate protection
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Our carefully selected accommodations, like us, are committed to lived sustainability. They are deeply rooted in their regions, work with local suppliers, provide attractive employment opportunities for local residents, and thereby strengthen local value creation.
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With the Eurohike On Tour app, we offer a digital version of our travel documents, allowing you to navigate confidently while on the road. By moving to digital formats, we help conserve valuable natural resources.
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Eurohike has been certified as a sustainable tour operator with the internationally recognized Travelife certification. To achieve this, more than 261 requirements were carefully met.
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Even though hiking vacations (and cycling vacations with Eurobike) are among the most climate-friendly forms of travel, they still generate CO₂ emissions. These are carefully measured using the “Carmacal” calculator. Through our commitment to selected climate protection projects, we aim to give something back to the environment.
311 kgCO₂-Emissions are offsetCO₂ distribution: Accommodation (63%)
Meals (13%)
Transport (24%)
100%311 kgCO₂-Emissions are offsetCO₂ distribution: Accommodation (63%)
Meals (13%)
Transport (24%)
100%311 kgCO₂-Emissions are offsetCO₂ distribution: Accommodation (63%)
Meals (13%)
Transport (24%)
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