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Rottenbuch

Welcome to Rottenbuch, Weilheim-Schongau! This charming destination is located in the heart of Germany and is a real insider tip for anyone looking for an authentic holiday experience. With its picturesque location at the foot of the Alps, Rottenbuch offers incomparable scenery with breathtaking mountain views.

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Attractions in Rottenbuch


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Long Distance Hiking · Bavaria
König-Ludwig-Weg (6 days)
Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 117 km
Duration 32:00 h
Ascent 1,520 m
Descent 1,301 m

The König-Ludwig-Weg follows the footsteps of Ludwig II through the Alpine foothills from Starnberger See to Füssen. Along the way there are many ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Tourenplaner SCHWEIZ - Partner für Wandertouren
Long Distance Hiking · Franconian Wine Country
Romantic Road
Premium content Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 485.2 km
Duration 130:00 h
Ascent 5,414 m
Descent 4,770 m

Along one of the most famous German holiday routes, the long-distance hiking trail Romantic Road leads us along 450 km from Würzburg to Füssen or ...

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from Patrick Küpper,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 496.6 km
Duration 35:25 h
Ascent 2,178 m
Descent 1,534 m

Quiet stage through the Pfaffenwinkel: From Peiting via Rottenbuch through meadows, moors, and monastic-influenced landscapes with magnificent ...

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from Andreas Klausmann,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
Long Distance Cycling · Upper Bavaria
Ammer-Amper cycle path (AAR)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 202.6 km
Duration 13:50 h
Ascent 321 m
Descent 720 m

This long-distance cycle route runs along the Ammer, Ammersee, and Amper through the Alpine foothills of Upper Bavaria. The ride of about 200 ...

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from Julia Kiendl (LRA FFB),   Stadt Fürstenfeldbruck
Long Distance Hiking · Upper Bavaria
König-Ludwig-Weg overall route main route
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate Multi-day route
Distance 120.7 km
Duration 31:44 h
Ascent 1,660 m
Descent 1,458 m

The first long-distance hiking trail in the Alpine foothills follows the footsteps of a man who is almost considered the epitome of a dreamer - ...

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from Susanne Lengger,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
Gravel Bike · Pfaffenwinkel
Rottenbuch Monastery Loop
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 38.6 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 298 m
Descent 298 m

Discover the Pfaffenwinkel: bike route from the Rottenbuch monastery through Upper Bavarian natural landscapes. A cycling adventure for nature ...

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from Arvis Robalds,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 203.2 km
Duration 15:00 h
Ascent 352 m
Descent 770 m

Discover carefree cycling routes with our exclusive cycling packages! Pre-booked accommodations, optionally with luggage transport, directly via ...

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from Naturpark Ranger,   Naturpark Ammergauer Alpen e.V.
Hiking Trail · Pfaffenwinkel
Pfaffenwinkler Milk Route
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 4.2 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 88 m
Descent 89 m

On the Pfaffenwinkler Milk Route near Schönegg, hikers can experience everything about milk step by step. The themed route has ten stations that ...

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from Antonie Schmid,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 34 km
Duration 8:30 h
Ascent 338 m
Descent 566 m

Natural spectacle Scheibum and Schleierfälle. Today we go through the Ammer Gorge and from Rottenbuch over to Lake Staffel.

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from Marco Loose,   WILD SOUTH // SUP & Packrafting Wildwasserschule
Thematic Trail · Pfaffenwinkel
Pfaffenwinkler Milchweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 4.2 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 62 m
Descent 62 m

We learn all about milk on this route around the Schönegger Käsealm. At the end, we can have fun at the playground and watch rabbits, sheep, ...

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from Viktoria Specht,   Outdooractive Editors
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Rottenbuch is particularly famous for its impressive Benedictine abbey dating back to the 11th century. Here you can not only admire the magnificent baroque building, but also take part in guided tours and learn more about the history of the monastery.

Another highlight of Rottenbuch are the numerous hiking trails through the surrounding forests and valleys. Whether a leisurely stroll or a challenging mountain tour - every outdoor enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise here. It is especially beautiful in spring and summer when everything is in bloom and green.

But Rottenbuch also has a lot to offer culturally: In summer, there are regular concerts in the abbey church as well as outdoor theatre performances. This region also has a lot to offer in the way of culinary delights: Be sure to try the famous Allgäu cheese or enjoy regional specialities such as pork knuckle or liver dumplings with sauerkraut.

Should the weather not cooperate, there is still plenty to do in Rottenbuch: Visit the local museum, for example, or take a trip to the nearby town of Weilheim-Schongau, where you will find more cultural highlights and shopping opportunities.

And where is the nicest place? That certainly depends on personal preferences. But a special experience is offered in autumn, when the forests around Rottenbuch glow in bright colours and offer an unforgettable backdrop for hikes.

Overall, Rottenbuch is definitely worth a visit - whether as a day trip or as part of a longer journey through Germany. With this travel guide, you have all the important information and tips at hand to make the most of your stay.

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  • 4 d
    Hans Dampf
    October 01, 2026
    Ich bin die Tour ab Ettal gefahren und konnte den anstrengenden Aufstieg zur Brunnenkopfhütte ohne schieben bewältigen, allerdings mit einigen Verschnaufpausen. Statt auf den Brunnenkopf bin ich die Stunde noch zur Großen Klammspitze gewandert. Sehr empfehlenswert, allerdings sollte man keine Angst vor Kletterpassagen haben.
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    Photo: Hans Dampf, Community
    Scenic Challenging
    Written October 02, 2026
    Mountain Bike
    Brunnenkopf 1719 m
  • August 12, 2026
    Rebecca
    'Das Cafe am Rande der Welt' Service mit unglaublich viel Herz. Der Parkplatz ist kostenfrei- auch ber Nacht. Wir habrn ihn in Kombi mit dem RingBus für die Tour von Oberammergau nach Halblech genutzt.
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    Written August 12, 2026
  • August 10, 2026
    Alexander Thoma
    August 09, 2026
    War wirklich eine super Tour. Total abwechslungsreiche Wege.
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    Challenging Variety of paths
    Written August 10, 2026
    Mountain Bike
    Brunnenkopf 1719 m
  • May 31, 2026
    Rudolf Lang
    May 27, 2026
    Wir haben die Tour in umgekehrter Richtung bis Peiting gemacht, weil wir den Rest schon kannten. Bis dahin wunderbare Tour mit kulturellen und botanischen Highlights.
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    Blooming water buttercup
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    Klosterkirche Fürstenfeld
    Photo: Rudolf Lang, Community
    Sibirische Schwertlilie
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    Photo: Rudolf Lang, Community
    Variety of paths Scenic
    Written May 31, 2026
    Long Distance Cycling
    Ammer-Amper cycle path (AAR)
  • January 27, 2026
    thequietadventures
    WOW. Wunderschöne kleine Dörfer, dichter Wald, tolle Ausblicke auf die Berge und auf den Fluss. Die ersten Eindrücke zur Tour könnt ihr hier gewinnen: https://youtu.be/bQIjaZS5SV0 . Parken ist in der Nähe der Schlucht möglich, aber fast überflüssig, die Strecke ist einfach zu schön. Einkehren ist schwierig, also lieber eine Brotzeit einpacken und die Aussicht genießen! :-)
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    Variety of paths Scenic
    Written January 27, 2026
  • April 12, 2025
    Alex Winter
    April 11, 2025
    Ohne E-Motor deutlich länger
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    Photo: Alex Winter, Community
    Written April 12, 2025
  • October 19, 2024
    Chris Tina 
    October 17, 2024
    Eine schöne Runde mit toller Aussicht und abwechslungsreich. Allerdings ist die Beschilderung teilweise schlecht.
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    Written October 19, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Three-lakes view
  • May 09, 2024
    Nataly N
    May 09, 2024
    Very nice route! Idyllic and pleasant. Many branches with beautiful views. Thank you.
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    Written May 09, 2024
  • September 13, 2023
    Alois Müller
    Schöne Landschaften rund herum! Erster Teil im Naturpark Ammergauer Alpen und dem Pfaffenwinkel mit einigen steileren Anstiegen.
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    Written September 13, 2023
  • August 18, 2023
    Elizabeth Lamberts
    August 15, 2023
    Super Tour mit Wald, Ausblicke, Baden und Einkehrmöglichkeit
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    Written August 18, 2023
    Bicycle Rides
    🚴☀️Staffelsee
  • September 01, 2022
    Irma Diebold
    Sehr schöne, ruhige Tour
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    Written September 01, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Around Rottenbuch
  • February 24, 2022
    Maik L.
    February 24, 2022
    Sehr schöner, aber echt anspruchsvolle Runde. Nicht zu empfehlen, wenn es ein paar Tage zuvor geregnet hat, da sehr matschig/ rutschig und somit gefährlich ist. Der Trampelpfad ist max. 40cm breit und daneben geht es ordentlich runter.
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    Written February 24, 2022

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