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Scharnitz walks
The Gleirschklamm Gorge
Visorando Member
7.22 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,716 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Scharnitz (Bezirk Innsbruck-Land)
Starting from the town of Scharnitz, this Austrian hike takes you on a one-hour walk through a magnificent gorge before offering a moment of relaxation.
Partnach Gorge in Bavaria
3.54 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,168 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Garmisch-Partenkirchen (Upper Bavaria)
Short hike in the Partnach Gorge starting from the ski resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, then in the surrounding forest. (Entrance to the gorge costs €10 per person.) Challenging route on the first climb out of the gorge.
Tour of Lake Eibsee
4.55 mi
+548 ft
-564 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Grainau (Upper Bavaria)
A very pretty tour of Lake Eibsee in Bavaria. The path runs along the shores from a distance, through a beautiful mossy forest, but it is possible to take secondary paths to reach the many coves and swim in the crystal-clear water.
The Drachensee via the Seebensee
8.24 mi
+1,798 ft
-1,772 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ehrwald (Bezirk Reutte)
In the heart of the Wetterstein, a mountain range in the northern Eastern Pre-Alps straddling the border between Austria and Germany, this hike will take you past two stunning mountain lakes.
The climb up to the Drachensee is steep, and you can stop off at the Seebensee.
The Staffelsee Circuit
8.42 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Murnau am Staffelsee (Upper Bavaria)
Located 70 km from Munich, the Staffelsee is one of Bavaria’s many lakes. Like many others, it is surrounded by peat bogs that have been developed for walking, allowing you to discover magnificent flora and fauna. The walk ends with a pleasant return journey by boat.
From Volderau to Mischbachalm
4.41 mi
+2,326 ft
-2,323 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Neustift im Stubaital (Bezirk Innsbruck-Land)
A steep climb of over 700 metres to an authentic and welcoming farm-inn with an incredible view of the Glücksgrat and the Stubai Valley.
You can continue on to the Glücksgrat and descend towards the Backerwandalm before returning to Volderau. The total time required for this route is between 6 and 7 hours, including breaks.
Circuit and ascent of the Pfannköpfl from Hintertux
6.70 mi
+2,861 ft
-2,841 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Tux (Bezirk Schwaz)
This is a physically demanding hike. The ascent starts off steeply through woodland before passing a beautiful waterfall. There is a steep but secure section with a safety rope. You then reach a lovely mountain pasture. The route continues as a gentle climb to the summit. Magnificent views of the glacier – or rather, what remains of it. The descent follows uninteresting tracks suitable for vehicles.
In the green valley of the Horlachbach stream - Ötzal - Tyrol
9.54 mi
+3,291 ft
-3,274 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Umhausen (Bezirk Imst)
Starting from Niederthai, on easy tracks, you will pass through a green valley between meadows and forests, perpendicular to the Ötzal Valley. This hike can easily be shortened: the steep section at the end (about 3 km) can be skipped, but it allows you to admire the landscape from higher up.
Similarly, the hike can be extended if you wish to go as far as the Finstertaler Scharte pass. The cattle tracks are popular with cyclists in summer and skiers in winter.
From Lake Tegernsee to the summit of the Fockenstein
8.82 mi
+2,365 ft
-2,333 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bad Wiessee (Upper Bavaria)
The Fockenstein (1,564 m) is a peak in the Bavarian Pre-Alps, to the west of Lake Tegernsee. Starting on a forest track alongside a stream, the second half of the walk offers superb views of the Bavarian Alps. Once you reach the summit, you’ll be treated to a magnificent panorama.
Mutterberger Lake (Mutterbergersee)
6.03 mi
+2,749 ft
-2,743 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Neustift im Stubaital (Bezirk Innsbruck-Land)
To the south-west of Innsbruck, this walk allows you to discover the treasures of the Stubai Valley, notably the stunning Mutterberger Lake. The walk begins with a challenging climb through the forest and ends by following the crystal-clear waters of the River Ruetz. On a clear day, most of the walk offers unobstructed views of the surrounding peaks.
Circular Oberschrammbach loop via Pfitscher Joch
8.53 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,585 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Finkenberg (Bezirk Schwaz)
A superb hike in a beautiful high-mountain setting, at the foot of the Schrammacher and its glaciers. The first section consists of a steady, pleasant climb to a pass on the Austrian-Italian border. You then set off across the mountain flanks, down which several streams rush, through a rocky landscape. The descent passes close to small lakes that are ideal for a break.
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