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Bavarian and Salzburg Alps 8-day Walking Tour Level 3

  • 8days
  • Germany

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Lake Koenigssee & Hochkoenig 8-day Walking Tour

Idyllic, mysterious and unique the blue-green waters of Lake Koenigssee nestle in midst of intimidating mountains. Towering peaks and lovely valleys are connected by marvelous crossings. Walk through National Park Berchtesgaden, the only German national park in the Alps. Past flower dotted alpine pastures and through picturesque hamlets you reach the impressive Hochkoenig massif. The glaciers of the National Park Hohe Tauern form a stunning backdrop and alpine cabins with delicious food impress with the unique way of life of this region.

Tour Character - Mountain Hiking Level 3

Beautiful and good walking paths, just a few longer climbs require good basic fitness level and partly sure-footedness. If you love alpine pastures, brilliant views and a being high up you will enjoy this tour. The mountain trails with fantastic views of the mountain world and the overnight stays at the foot of Hochkoenig mountain will fascinate you.

Included in the Walking Tour:

  • 7 overnight stays in 3* hotels and country hotels
  • Breakfast
  • 1x walking snack (Arthurhaus/Mühlbach)
  • Luggage transfer
  • Welcome meeting (German and English)
  • 1x Cable car fare 'Jenner'
  • Transfers according to program
  • 1x Train fare from Werfen to Golling
  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel and tour documents
  • GPS-data is available and app navigation
  • Service-Hotline

Not included:

  • 7x Half-board evening meal (mostly multicourse, sometimes outside the property, payable with voucher) - 149 EUR
  • Any visitors taxes are not included in the tour price and payable on site!
  • Anything not mentioned in 'included'

Arrival / parking / departure:

  • By train to Berchtesgaden, short transfer to Schoenau/Koenigssee by bus or taxi (approx. 10-15 min.,depending on the starting hotel)
  • Parking: Public parking spaces near the hotel, cost approx. EUR 70 per week, no reservation in advance.
  • Munich or Salzburg airport

Notes:

  • Departures Saturdays and Sundays 
  • On this particular walking tour you have the option of bringing your 'four-legged friend'. When booking, simply let us know the breed and size of your dog. Possible additional costs are payable locally on site.
  • Extra nights
    • Konigssee: From 85-115 EUR p.p (+39 EUR single person)

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  • Day 1

    Individual journey to Schoenau am Koenigssee

  • Day 2

    From Schoenau/Koenigssee to Weißbach, ‚Nationalpark Berchtesgaden

    The trail starts in the magic forest over to idyllic lake Hintersee. Comfortable walk into the heart of the National park, steep rock walls towering to the left and to the right. Cross the border to Salzburg and follow the trail along the roaring waterfalls of Seisenbergklamm to your destination Weißbach.

    Details: approx. 5,5 hours | 19 km | +500 m-500 m.

  • Day 3

    From Weißbach to Dienten am Hochkoenig, Panorama Trail

    Short transfer to Maria Alm. From there the climb to the Pinzgauer grass mountains start. An unsurpassed walk always following a chain of undulating summits across alpine pastures. The view to nearby Hohe Tauern belongs to the highlights of this Austrian walking trail.

    Details: approx. 5 hours | 13 km | +870 m -700 m

  • Day 4

    From Dienten to Arthurhaus/Mühlbach, Alpine pasture trails

    Today one of the most beautiful walking tours on alpine pastures waits for you. Below the steep needle-like towers Mandlwalls you walk along the foot of the Hochkoenig massif over to Arthurhouse. Chamois, cattle, horses and countless cabins as well as impressive scenery, you will think you are in the middle of a film set. Overnight if possible in Arthurhouse close to Mandlwalls.

    Details: approx. 5 hours | 15 km | +690 m-230 m.

  • Day 5

    Day off, at the foot of the Hochkoenig massif

    Enjoy the freedom, take a short hike to surrounding cabins or catch a bus to the next village Mühlbach. 6th Day: From Arthurhaus/Mühlbach to Golling, Salzach valleyThe morning sees you walking up to alpine pasture of the Hochkönig-Region. The imposing massif once more opens up to allow stunning views. Walk on the ancient miners trail down into the valley of river Salzach and continue to Werfen. There the mighty forest Hohenwerfen is well worth a visit.

    Details: approx. 4 hours | 14 km | +80 m -990 m.

  • Day 6

    From Golling to Schoenau/Koenigssee, Torrener Joch & Jenner

    One more highlight is in store for you at the very end of this walking week: a long ascent to border crossing Torrener Joch and then to the summit Jenner in Berchtesgaden. Transfer into the Bluntautal valley which is closed off by steep rock walls. Climb through the forest and scattered alpine pastures. Once you reach the summit of Jenner you can enjoy the view of the whole walking week as well as lake Koenigssee. Down into the valley by cable car.

    Details: approx. 6 hours | 15 km | + 1.200 m -80m.

  • Day 7

    Individual departure or extra days

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Tours marked with are special prices.

Start End Max. No. Guests Accommodation Price p.p.
Jun 07 2025 Jun 14 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Jun 08 2025 Jun 15 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Jun 14 2025 Jun 21 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Jun 15 2025 Jun 22 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Jun 21 2025 Jun 28 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Jun 22 2025 Jun 29 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Jun 28 2025 Jul 05 2025 12 Single rooms 1,168€
Double rooms 989€
Jun 29 2025 Jul 06 2025 12 Single rooms 1,168€
Double rooms 989€
Jul 05 2025 Jul 12 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 06 2025 Jul 13 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 12 2025 Jul 19 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 13 2025 Jul 20 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 19 2025 Jul 26 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 20 2025 Jul 27 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 26 2025 Aug 02 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Jul 27 2025 Aug 03 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 02 2025 Aug 09 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 03 2025 Aug 10 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 09 2025 Aug 16 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 10 2025 Aug 17 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 16 2025 Aug 23 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 17 2025 Aug 24 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 23 2025 Aug 30 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 24 2025 Aug 31 2025 12 Single rooms 1,338€
Double rooms 1,159€
Aug 30 2025 Sep 06 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Aug 31 2025 Sep 07 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Sep 06 2025 Sep 13 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Sep 07 2025 Sep 14 2025 12 Single rooms 1,258€
Double rooms 1,079€
Sep 13 2025 Sep 20 2025 12 Single rooms 1,168€
Double rooms 989€
Sep 14 2025 Sep 21 2025 12 Single rooms 1,168€
Double rooms 989€
Sep 20 2025 Sep 27 2025 12 Single rooms 1,168€
Double rooms 989€
Sep 21 2025 Sep 28 2025 12 Single rooms 1,168€
Double rooms 989€

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