The classic above Spitzingsee - the circular hike via the Upper and Lower Firstalm!
The hike can also be done in the opposite direction. Various detours are also possible: for example, from the Upper Firstalm further towards Suttenstein or Bodenschneid, to Brecherspitz, or add another circular route around Spitzingsee! Basically, the round can also be done excellently in snow time, because then both roads to the Upper and to the Lower Firstalm are sledding runs. This facilitates the descent.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Berggasthof Untere FirstalmBerggasthof Obere Firstalm
Safety information
All information without guarantee. Hiking and driving described here is at your own risk.
Roadbook
The ascent starts at Spitzingsattel and leads along the gravel road up to the Upper Firstalm. The 3 km long road runs moderately steep through the forest and is therefore also suitable for families with children. Upon reaching the Upper Firstalm, the path continues slightly downhill to the Lower Firstalm and from there further along alpine and mountain meadows slightly downhill to Spitzingsee. From there a short stretch along the lake and then slightly uphill back to the starting point.
Berggasthof Untere Firstalm
Berggasthof Obere Firstalm
Kurvenlift
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Trains of the Bayerische Regiobahn (BRB) run hourly from Munich to Schliersee. From there, take bus line 362 to Spitzinsattel.
Current timetable information can be found here.
Get Timetable to destination
Directions
A8 to Weyarn exit, via St2073 and B307 to Schliersee. Shortly after the district Neuhaus, take the Spitzingstraße up to Spitzingsee.
Parking
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Tear- and waterproof hiking map Tegernsee Schliersee Wendelstein - for 9 EUR at the local tourist information offices or in advance online at https://www.tegernsee-schliersee.de/wanderkarte-bestellen
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Equipment
We recommend sturdy footwear and possibly trekking poles. Please remember to bring food, a mobile phone, change of clothes, and a first-aid kit.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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