Hikes at Königssee

For many visitors who come to Berchtesgadener Land to hike, this is already the starting point for numerous hikes. Whether beginner or experienced hiker, the hiking trails at Königssee offer the right alternative for every requirement. Those who set out for Königssee in autumn or even winter may even be reminded of the Norwegian fjords by the picture that presents itself from the shore.

How long does a hike around Lake Königssee take?

Whoever sets out on a mountain tour around the Königssee will be on the move for a good 24 hours. On the way, there are huts where you can spend the night and split the demanding tour into two stages.

For less ambitious hikers, there is also a way to get to know every corner of Lake Königssee: by boat.

But even if you can't simply go around Lake Königssee on a path along the shore, there are plenty of easy and beautiful hiking trails around the lake. A must is, of course, the circular route to the Malerwinkel. It is best to start very early here – this way there is much less traffic and you can enjoy the unique atmosphere.

Several hiking trails lead up into the neighbouring Hagen Mountains, where the tours up the Jenner are particularly noteworthy. If you want to get right to the top, you can take the Jenner cable car to just below the summit. The middle station is at 1200 m, the top station at 1800 m.

High above the Königssee, there are hikes to the Königsbachalm and Gotzenalm. This way, impressive impressions and culinary delights can be combined during hiking at Lake Königssee. In addition, there are several tours that connect the middle station and the top station.

In addition to hiking at Königssee passenger boat trips also have a long tradition. In the summer months, electric motorboats regularly call at the peninsula of St. Bartholomew with its famous pilgrimage church. From there, the journey continues to the Saletalm landing stage. Both destinations are again the starting point for hikes either directly at the Königssee or in the surrounding mountains.

The hike from Königssee to Obersee is almost a must for anyone making a trip to Berchtesgardener Land. With its clear water reflecting the mountains, Obersee is one of the hotspots for photographers. You don't even need to be in great shape for this, because the best way to cross the Königssee is by ferry. From the Salet landing stage, it's just a kilometre of flat hiking trail to the Obersee.

How do I get to the waterfall at Königssee?

To get to the Röthbachfall, follow the described tour to the Obersee. Along the west side of the lake you will first hike to the Fischunkelalm and then on to the Röthbachfall.