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Circular hike around the Eibsee

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    One of the most beautiful walking routes in Bavaria - right at the foot of the Zugspitze with stunning views included

    easy
    Distance 7 km
    2:00 h
    49 m
    48 m
    1,023 m
    974 m

    The hike around the Eibsee is one of the absolute classics among walking routes in Bavaria - and for good reason: Even without much effort, anyone can enjoy nature and a dreamlike landscape here. Stunning views from above of the turquoise-colored lake and its small islands make the circular route just as much a highlight as the paths directly along the shore.

    The Eibsee gets its name from the yew tree - this tree species used to grow abundantly around the lake. Today, only isolated yews can be found. There are places to stop for refreshments at the start and end points of the circular route. Since the circular route is well frequented, it is worth starting early.

    The variant presented here runs counterclockwise, but in principle the path can be walked in both directions. Despite gravel paths, the easy hike is suitable for both strollers and wheelchairs (recommended: with an accompanying person).

    Author’s recommendation

    Even in winter, a walk around the Eibsee is a great outing - you can even pull children on sleds along behind you!

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    974 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 29.74%Dirt road 27.85%Forested/wild trail 41.38%Road 1.02%
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    2.1 km
    Dirt road
    2 km
    Forested/wild trail
    2.9 km
    Road
    72 m
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    Roadbook

    The Eibsee circular path is easy to follow. From the starting point, the Eibsee-Hotel, we initially head north and over a bridge. From there, we follow the path once around the Eibsee.

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    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    The Garmisch-Partenkirchen train station is easily accessible by train, from there take the Zugspitzbahn to the Eibsee

    Directions

    Follow B2/B23 to Grainau and then continue along the good signposting towards Eibsee

    Parking

    A large paid parking lot is located directly at the Eibsee.

    Coordinates

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    47.457348, 10.991287
    DMS
    47°27'26.5"N 10°59'28.6"E
    UTM
    32T 650089 5257911
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    Equipment

    Good footwear and weatherproof clothing.

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    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

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    Distance
    7 km
    Duration
    2:00 h
    Ascent
    49 m
    Descent
    48 m
    Highest point
    1,023 m
    Lowest point
    974 m
    Public-transport-friendly Round trip Scenic Refreshment stops available Family-friendly Accessibility Dog-friendly Suitable for strollers

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