Do you dream of getting away from the crowds and deeper into wild alpine landscapes of the Bavarian Alps? Are you yearning for some adventure, a physical challenge and a taste of wild adventure?
Join us to explore and discover new lesser-trodden routes, wild and more isolated locations and wonderful hidden treasures beyond the beaten tracks.
The Adventure Series is for hikers with some previous experience looking for a bit of challenge and adventure - with a focus on exploring the wild rather than bagging peaks (although peaks and great views may well be included too).
Each guided tour will take you to into a different are within the Bavarian Pre-Alps.
All tours are of medium difficulty level. Most of the routes are along RED (Bavarian and Austrian Classification) paths. You should be prepared to walk between 6-9 hrs per day – with the longest days’ ascent being a 1200m climb. The walking pace will be around 350m/hr (ascent).
Not all tracks are well-maintained or marked. There are may be some short, exposed or secured sections which need a little scrambling. Sure-footedness and a good head for heights are needed for these tours, as well as good stamina due to the tour lengths. Hiking boots with solid sole and ankle support are a must. Hiking poles also recommended.
Distance: approx. 15-18 km
Elevation gain: approx 1000-1300m per hike
Travelling to & from hikes: Meeting point will normally be at the trail head. Not all hikes can be reached by public transport and for longer days the timings are sometimes limited.
Timings: 08:00 – 17:00
Hike details: Communicated one week in advance in Whatsapp group with all details you need to know (hike location, meeting point & travel, packing list, details of lunch/ refreshment stops if applicable, weather forecast)
Step into the hidden trails, deep canyons and pools beyond the stomping ground of the well-known Jochberg, Herzogstand and Heimgarten trails. This is a tour into the wild ways with potential to spot some mountain wild-life as well as alpine vegetation. We still get to admire the familiar peaks, panoramas and lakes from different angles.
Distance: 17 km
Ascent: 1000 hm
Walking time: 6-7 hrs
Activity level description: Some lesser-trodden, rough grassy, narrow paths with steep drops- good head for heights needed. Long gradual ascents- good fitness and stamina needed. Hiking boots with solid sole and ankle support a must. Hiking poles recommended.
Meeting point: 08:15am Kochel Train Station (travel by train recommended) – we will put participants in touch to coordinate group train tickets.
A journey into the wild valley trails of the Ammergau. This tour combines an enchanting climb through a canyon, fairy-tale like forests, panoramic ridge traverses with mountain flowers in abundance and majestic mountain views.
Distance: 18 km
Ascent: 1200 hm
Walking time: 8-9 hrs
Activity level description: Some lesser-trodden, rough, stony narrow paths with some steep and exposed sections. Sure-footedness and a good head for heights needed, as well as good stamina for the length of the tour. A bit of scrambling involved in a few places. Hiking boots with solid sole and ankle support a must. Hiking poles recommended.
Meeting point: 08:00 am Ettal/ Graswang- exact meeting point will be communicated via email. No public transportation possibility for this tour.
A steady climb above Eschenlohe takes us on a wild ridge walk, through ancient forests and over meadows, for snapshots of valleys, peaks and lakes between the Estergebirge and beyond. This is a point to point hike, so public transportation is recommended.
Distance: 16 km
Ascent: 1100 hm
Walking time: 8 hrs
Activity level description: A range of well-maintained and lesser trodden trails. Mainly narrow with some steeper sections. Sure-footedness is necessary. Hiking boots with solid sole and ankle support a must. Hiking poles recommended.
Meeting point: 08:45am Eschenlohe Train Station
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Min. 4, Max. 6 participants
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