Ettal, a picturesque village in Bavaria, Germany, is not only known for its impressive Benedictine Abbey, but also for the multitude of hiking trails and routes to explore. Ettal's geographical location offers a breathtaking backdrop of majestic mountains and lush forests.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Ettal
Hiking Trail
· Ammergauer Alpen
Linderhof Palace Tour
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
Open
11.6 km
2:55 h
131 m
131 m
A wonderful loop trail through the Graswang Valley to Linderhof Palace.
Hiking Trail
· Ammergebirge
Royal mountain safari: Crossing the Teufelstättkopf in the Ammergau Alps.
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
13.1 km
6:15 h
880 m
980 m
Historic & enjoyable
King Ludwig II loved the Ammergau mountains, and the mountain safari from Schloss Linderhof via the August-Schuster-Haus over to Unterammergau would probably have pleased him as well.
Hiking Trail
· Ammergau Alps
From Linderhof Castle to the Pürschling (1566 m)
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
11.1 km
5:00 h
700 m
800 m
Beautiful mountain hike from Linderhof Castle via the hunting lodge of Max II to Unterammergau.
Hiking Trail
· Ammergau Alps
Notkarspitze (1888 m) from Ettal
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.9 km
6:30 h
1,150 m
1,150 m
Varied circular route over Ochsensitz, Ziegelspitz, and Notkarspitze
Hiking Trail
· Ammergau Alps
Brunnenkopf (1718 m) and Hennenkopf (1769 m) from Linderhof Palace
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
16.3 km
6:30 h
1,115 m
1,115 m
Moderate mountain hike from Linderhof Palace via Brunnenkopf and Hennenkopf in the Ammergau Alps
Hiking Trail
· Ammergebirge
Pleasure ridge to the Notkarspitze (1888 m)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.4 km
6:00 h
1,060 m
1,260 m
Panorama route over the Ammer and Loisach valleys
Hiking Trail
· Ammergau Alps
Hut hike - Mountain inn "Die Laberei"
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.5 km
3:45 h
763 m
763 m
Those who want to go to the mountain inn "Die Laberei" hike along a beautiful path through the mixed mountain forest and then enjoy the panoramic all-around view including the Zugspitze.
Hiking Trail
· Ammergau Alps
Hut hike - Brunnenkopfhäuser
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.7 km
3:45 h
662 m
662 m
This easy-to-walk hike leads through the forest along the stream up to the Brunnenkopfhäuser. Once at the top, a great view, beer garden atmosphere, delicious food, and drinks invite you to linger.
Hiking Trail
· Ammergau Alps
Circular route from Ammerwald to Große Klammspitze
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
20.4 km
7:32 h
1,271 m
1,268 m
A long, mostly quite solitary hike high above the Lindertal
Hiking Trail
· Ammergebirge
Brunnenkopf circular route
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.6 km
5:00 h
764 m
766 m
Relatively quiet alternative to the standard route, which in the upper half leads both uphill and downhill along a beautiful hiking trail through the forest.
One of the most popular hiking tours in Ettal leads to Ettal Monastery itself. The trail starts in the centre of the village and winds through green fields and rolling hills. Along the way, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the monastery and take a short detour to the famous show dairy to sample some delicious cheeses.
For families with children, the circular walk around Bayersoier Lake is ideal for hiking. This easy walk leads along the idyllic lake and offers numerous opportunities for picnicking or relaxing on the shore. Children will be thrilled to see the many water birds that live here.
The best seasons for hiking in Ettal are spring and summer, when temperatures are mild and nature is in full bloom. In spring, the alpine flowers come to life and colour the landscape. In summer, you can go hiking in pleasant temperatures and enjoy the warm sunlight.
Besides the monastery, other places in the vicinity of Ettal also offer great hiking opportunities. The nearby Ammerwald forest, for example, is a true paradise for hikers, with dense forests and clear streams. Here you can hike for hours and enjoy the unspoiled nature.
Overall, Ettal offers a variety of hiking opportunities for nature lovers and families alike. Whether short walks around the lake or more challenging routes through the mountains - everyone will find their perfect hike here amidst the picturesque Bavarian landscape.
For families with children, the circular walk around Bayersoier Lake is ideal for hiking. This easy walk leads along the idyllic lake and offers numerous opportunities for picnicking or relaxing on the shore. Children will be thrilled to see the many water birds that live here.
The best seasons for hiking in Ettal are spring and summer, when temperatures are mild and nature is in full bloom. In spring, the alpine flowers come to life and colour the landscape. In summer, you can go hiking in pleasant temperatures and enjoy the warm sunlight.
Besides the monastery, other places in the vicinity of Ettal also offer great hiking opportunities. The nearby Ammerwald forest, for example, is a true paradise for hikers, with dense forests and clear streams. Here you can hike for hours and enjoy the unspoiled nature.
Overall, Ettal offers a variety of hiking opportunities for nature lovers and families alike. Whether short walks around the lake or more challenging routes through the mountains - everyone will find their perfect hike here amidst the picturesque Bavarian landscape.
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