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Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful trail runs in Bavaria
Trail Running
· Immenstadt im Allgäu
Nagelfluh Chain Trail Run
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
23.4 km
4:30 h
1,848 m
1,959 m
This tour is one of the most spectacular trail running routes in the Allgäu: Nine peaks, narrow ridges, alpine trails, and countless meters of elevation gain make this tour the ultimate challenge for experienced trail runners.
Trail Running
· Seefeld
Zugspitzmarathon from Leutasch-Gaistal via the Südwandsteig and Gatterl
recommended route
Difficulty
T4
difficult
43 km
11:00 h
3,000 m
3,000 m
Marathon-distance hike to the Zugspitze from the Leutasch Valley with about 3,000 meters of elevation gain
Trail Running
· Chiemgau Alps
Trail Run from Grassau to the Hochplatte (challenging trail running route)
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
Open
17.3 km
3:55 h
1,048 m
1,048 m
A challenging round-trip trail run across the Hochplatte with 1,000 meters of elevation gain, magnificent views of Lake Chiemsee and the Alps, and places to stop for refreshments.
Trail Running
· Kendlmühlfilzen
Moor Trail Run - Waterfall - Panorama Trail
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
9.5 km
1:35 h
164 m
164 m
An easy trail running loop with moderate ascents through the moorland, to the Rottauer Waterfall, and along scenic trails.
Trail Running
· Ammergauer Alpen
Trail running - Alm round
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
11.9 km
2:50 h
811 m
811 m
Panorama run with summit joy: The Alm round at Hörnle is a trail run with about 800 meters of elevation gain, 360-degree views, and varied paths.
Trail Running
· Ammergau Alps
Trail running - Ammergau Valley North Loop
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
20.2 km
3:15 h
280 m
280 m
Trail running enjoyment in the Ammer valley: This varied circular route combines moorlands, swimming opportunities, and nature experiences over almost half marathon distance.
Trail Running
· Ammergauer Alpen
Trailrunning - 9-Peak Trail (via Notkarspitze)
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
23.4 km
6:00 h
1,616 m
1,616 m
We counted them all. There are 9 peaks in total. This promises not only a decent number of summit crosses but above all one thing: trail running fun at its best!
Trail Running
· Ammergauer Alpen
Trailrunning - Königstrail (Kofel, Pürschling, Brunnenkopf)
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
23.6 km
5:55 h
1,471 m
1,367 m
The Königstrail is a challenging trail run over prominent peaks of the Ammergau Alps. The route combines steep ascents, technical ridge sections, and flowing downhills to create a real challenge for experienced trail runners.
Trail Running
· Chiemsee-Alpenland
From Bernau to the Erlbergkopf
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
16.6 km
3:00 h
611 m
611 m
This trail running circuit leads from Bernau along easy paths via several mountain pastures to the lesser-known summit of the Erlbergkopf.
Trail Running
· Allgäu
Altitude flight from Hinterstoi over Kleine and Großer Daumen to Höfats view
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
14.8 km
4:30 h
1,783 m
667 m
An extensive trail running route through almost all vegetation zones of the Allgäu High Alps. It includes everything from narrow hiking paths to technically demanding scrambling and altitude flights.

