Stephanskirchen, a picturesque village in the district of Rosenheim in Germany, offers a variety of opportunities for hiking. With its favourable geographical location at the foot of the Chiemgau Alps and only a few kilometres from Lake Simssee, Stephanskirchen is an ideal starting point for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Stephanskirchen
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
Short Simssee round
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
2.4 km
1:00 h
6 m
6 m
Short walking route through the nature reserve south shore of Lake Simssee starting from the Gocklwirt. A small detour to the left via the Seeblickweg offers a swimming opportunity at the Baierbach beach.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
Access route to the SalzAlpenSteig from Rosenheim to Prien
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
28.3 km
7:25 h
288 m
205 m
The access route to the start of the SalzAlpenSteig leads from the city of Rosenheim to Prien am Chiemsee.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
Relaxed lake tour: once around Lake Simssee
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
15.5 km
4:00 h
97 m
97 m
This flat and consistently easy hike takes you all the way around Lake Simssee and offers constant views of the water and the foothills of the Alps on the horizon.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
From Bad Endorf to Rosenheim
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
18.4 km
4:30 h
14 m
92 m
A visit to the rather unknown Simssee
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
Day route 21: Simssee - Maria Stern - Tinninger See
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
19.6 km
4:45 h
200 m
200 m
Day route 21 from Baierbach at Simssee connects parts of the routes of stage 14 and stage 15 of our "100 stages from Rosenheim to Salzburg". Along the way, we pass the antiques and curiosities collection at Gocklwirt, the art clock by Josef Gress, the mini-golf at Gocklwirt, the nature reserve on the southern shore of Simssee, Simssee itself, the Ecking bathing area at Simssee, the Maria Stern church in Neukirchen, and the Tinninger See bathing area.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
From Rosenheim to Salzburg | Stage 15: Simssee - Prien
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
19.6 km
5:00 h
310 m
250 m
The fifteenth stage starts at the Gocklwirt in Baierbach. At the beginning, it leads scenicly through the nature reserve along the southern shore of the Simssee. Then the path continues past the bathing area at the Seewirt Ecking, through Neukirchen with its pilgrimage church, through Bergham, and past the studio of the sculptor Siegfried Moroder, who died in 1989. It then continues to Wurmsdorf, Stetten, Atzing, and towards Prutdorf. Shortly afterwards we cross the Prien and come via Mühltal, Kaltenbach, and through the Eichental via a small hiking trail to Prien am Chiemsee, where the train station is our stage destination.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
Hike in the Burger Moor and around the Hofstätter See
recommended route
17.3 km
4:27 h
68 m
69 m
Beautiful hike on the outskirts of Rosenheim through moor and lake landscape. Nice views of the mountains (Wendelstein, Kampenwand, Hochplatte).
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
From Rosenheim to Salzburg | Stage 1: Rosenheim - Neubeuern
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
20 km
5:10 h
260 m
230 m
The first stage leads from Rosenheim station to Salingarten, past the Lokschuppen exhibition center and the municipal gallery, and further through the former state garden show grounds. At the Inn Museum, the route crosses the Inn bridge and ascends narrow steps to Schloßberg, where the salt reserve and Rosenheim Castle were once located. Today, an old lime tree from that time still stands silently telling the story of the past. Through Niedermoosen, the Lauterbacher Filze, and the Rohrdorfer Filze, we hike on little-used paths southwards to Rohrdorf, then to the Hinterhör millstone quarry and Altenbeuern. The Wolfsschlucht is literally the highlight at the end of the stage before reaching the historic market square in Neubeuern.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
BikeHikeBike - Stephanskirchen - Wendelstein - Stephanskirchen
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
closed
111.5 km
6:25 h
1,647 m
1,647 m
Cycle 35 km via Feilnbach through the Jenbach valley to the base of the Wendelstein - climb up to the Wendelstein via the Aiblinger Hut and descend again over the Reindler Joch - cycle back :-)
Hiking Trail
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
Rosenheim - Weisham via Thansau, Söllhuben, and Wildenwart
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
29.5 km
7:00 h
462 m
369 m
Rosenheim - Weisham via Thansau, Söllhuben, and Wildenwart
The region around Stephanskirchen is characterised by its varied landscape. From gentle hills to green meadows to impressive mountain peaks - everyone will find the right hiking tour here. The numerous lakes in the area are particularly attractive, such as the idyllic Simssee or the larger Chiemsee.
There are several beautiful hiking tours in Stephanskirchen and the surrounding area. One popular route leads along the shore of Lake Sims and offers breathtaking views of the clear water and surrounding nature. This tour is also ideal for families with children, as it is relatively flat and offers many opportunities to rest.
For experienced hikers, a more challenging route up the Wendelstein, a prominent peak in the Chiemgau Alps, is recommended. The climb requires some fitness, but is rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view.
Another interesting option is a hike along the banks of the Inn near Rohrdorf. Here you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also visit historically significant sites such as the pilgrimage church of Maria Aich.
The best seasons for hiking in Stephanskirchen are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is usually pleasantly mild and nature shines in its full splendour. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, while in winter snow and ice can make the trails difficult.
All in all, Stephanskirchen offers a variety of hiking options for every taste. Whether leisurely strolls along the lake or challenging mountain tours - here every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise in the midst of an impressive landscape. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the fascinating surroundings of Stephanskirchen!
There are several beautiful hiking tours in Stephanskirchen and the surrounding area. One popular route leads along the shore of Lake Sims and offers breathtaking views of the clear water and surrounding nature. This tour is also ideal for families with children, as it is relatively flat and offers many opportunities to rest.
For experienced hikers, a more challenging route up the Wendelstein, a prominent peak in the Chiemgau Alps, is recommended. The climb requires some fitness, but is rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view.
Another interesting option is a hike along the banks of the Inn near Rohrdorf. Here you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also visit historically significant sites such as the pilgrimage church of Maria Aich.
The best seasons for hiking in Stephanskirchen are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is usually pleasantly mild and nature shines in its full splendour. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, while in winter snow and ice can make the trails difficult.
All in all, Stephanskirchen offers a variety of hiking options for every taste. Whether leisurely strolls along the lake or challenging mountain tours - here every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise in the midst of an impressive landscape. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the fascinating surroundings of Stephanskirchen!
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