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. The trail starts in the magic forest over to idyllic lake Hintersee. Comfortable walk into the heart of the National park, 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
Short transfer to Maria Alm. From there the climb to the Pinzgauer grass mountains start. An unsurpassed walk always following a chain of undulating summits across alpine pastures. The view to nearby Hohe Tauern belongs to the highlights of this Austrian walking trail.
Hotel (example): Hochkönig
Day 4
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 Hochkönig 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
Savor your day off with a leisurely hike to the rustic mountain huts and alpine pastures, where you can taste fresh, locally made mountain cheese. Listen to the gentle chime of cowbells and watch for marmots and chamois as they roam the slopes, or, if you wish, climb a nearby summit for a panoramic view. The hiking bus offers an easy ride down to the valley, to Mühlbach or Bischofshofen. This is your day to unwind and soak in the tranquility!
Hotel (example): Arthurhaus
The morning sees you walking up to 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
One more highlight is in store for you at the very end of this walking week: a long ascent to 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 Königssee. Down into the valley by cable car.
Hotel (example): Brandtnerhof
You can now individually extend your stay, plan another hike, or start your journey home to process your experiences at leisure and bask in the impressions.