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Trail Fit Club 2025 | Women’s Hiking Group

Community, Connection, Friendship & Fun - the hiking group for international women in Munich

Do you want to get out of the city and explore the Alps, build new skills to hike the mountain trails with confidence, learn more about the alpine flora and fauna and all in great company?

Then join our Women’s Hiking Group!

Our Women’s Hiking Group is a community of local and international women- who love hiking, spending time in the great outdoors and connecting with like-minded ladies through activity.

Our aims:

  • To promote and sustain physical and mental well-being through physical fitness and outdoor experiences
  • To support women to build skills and confidence in the great outdoors (health warning: this may well extend to beyond the trails!)
  • To create a supportive and inspiring community where women of all backgrounds can connect, form long-lasting friendships and have fun

Friends that hike together, stay together

Every month we hike together - exploring a variety of trails from the Bavarian Alps to Austria- building up your fitness and strength hike-by-hike, as well as your hiking know-how with 4elements’ Founder and International Mountain Leader, Ceri Temple.

The icing on the cake (yes, there is often cake…) - two magical weekend alpine hut tours - one in September and one in February- where we celebrate together our achievements, friendships and the memories made along the way.

Highlights
  • Discover new routes, secluded trails and breath-taking spots in the Alps
  • Join a wonderful community of fun, supportive, welcoming women, where the journey is the destination and the joy of a shared adventure is the goal
  • Build your fitness levels, learn technique and gain confidence and endurance to hike more varied terrain
  • Discover more about the mountain environment, flora and fauna and culture through expert guiding
  • Get further off the beaten track and experience the Alpine mountain culture in overnight stays in traditional mountain refuges
  • Fully guided hikes led by Ceri Temple, German and English speaking International Mountain Leader and state-certified Mountain Hiking Guide- ensuring a safe and enriching experience
  • Extend your outdoor hiking skills to prepare for further outdoor adventures in the Alps
  • Stretching & mobility sessions at start/end of hikes promoting agility, recovery and overall well-being
  • Sense of accomplishment as you reach the peak of each hut tour
Summer Season
  • 6 x Guided monthly day hikes (May - October)
  • 5% Discount rate on Women’s Group weekend hut tours
  • 5% Discount on 4elements’ treks*
  • Community events & discounts
  • Investment: €380,00

*Discount valid on bookings during TFC 2025/2026 membership period

Our guided day hikes are designed to gradually build up strength and stamina through small increases in distance and ascent. We start and end each hike with a pre & post hike mobility and stretching session (10-15mins).

Each hike takes us into a new area, where we explore a theme or technique.

11.05.2025 - Spring Awakening Hike in the Mangfall Mountains (Eibelkopf)

A new season of TFC and a hike to connect with the energy of Spring, the budding nature and our direction for the next season.

- Area: Eibelkopf, Mangfallgebirge
- Ascent: 530 m
- Descent: 530 m
- Distance: 10 km

01.06.2025 - Map & Navigation Skills Hike: Jochberg & Walchensee Adventure

Learn essential hiking navigation techniques while exploring Walchensee’s scenic peaks.

- Area: Jochberg, Walchensee
- Ascent: 770 m
- Descent: 770 m
- Distance: 10 km

06.07.2025 - Alpine Flower Discovery Hike: Tegernsee Summer Trails

Experience peak wildflower season in the Bavarian Alps and learn about local flora.

- Area: Tegernsee
- Ascent: 832 m
- Descent: 770 m
- Distance: 10 km

03.08.2025 - Bavarian-Tyrolean Border Hike: History, Panoramas & Smugglers’ Trails (Mittenwald)

Walk historical border paths, discover more about Alpine culture, and enjoy stunning views on panoramic trails around Mittenwald.

- Area: Mittenwald, Wetterstein
- Ascent: 720 m
- Descent: 720 m
- Distance: 12 km

07.09.2025 - Late Summer Hike in Wendelstein: Grounding & Seasonal Shift (Wildalpjoch)

Hike in the Wendelstein range, observe the alpine landscape changing with the season, and reconnect with nature.

- Area: Wildalpjoch, Wendelstein
- Ascent: 800 m
- Descent: 800 m
- Distance: 12 km

12.10.2025 - Golden Autumn Hike to Großer Ahornboden & Falkenhütte (Karwendel)

Experience the vibrant fall colours of sycamores and hike to the iconic Falkenhütte.

- Area: Falkenhütte, Karwendel
- Ascent: 765 m
- Descent: 945 m
- Distance: 16 km

N.B. Hikes may be adapted due to weather conditions etc.

Travelling to & from hikes:

Travel with group via public transport from Munich Hauptbahnhof - organised via group in WhatsApp chat. Travel costs not included in price (We highly recommend the Deutschland ticket as it covers most travel for our hikes and gives you monthly use of all local and regional services).

Timings:

Depart from Munich normally 07:00-08:00 and return approx 18:00-19:00

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)

Book Summer Season PACKAGE
Single Hike Booking:

Single hikes bookings will be available for booking from 1st April. We have spaces for 2 single hike bookings per hike. Other places are reserved for package holders.
SINGLE HIKE FEE SUMMER: €80
TASTER HIKE FEE: €40 Join us for a taster hike. If you sign up for a package after this - your taster fee will be credited to the package.

Book Summer Single hike
Winter Season
  • 6 x Guided monthly day hikes (November - April)
  • Where needed- free rental of snowshoes, spikes & hiking poles
  • 5% Discount rate on Women’s Group weekend hut tours
  • 5% Discount on 4elements’ treks*
  • Community events & discounts
  • Investment: €415,00

*Discount valid on bookings during TFC 2025/2026 membership period

Our guided day hikes are designed to gradually build up strength and stamina through small increases in distance and ascent. We start and end each hike with a pre & post hike mobility and stretching session (10-15mins).

Each hike takes us into a new area, where we explore a theme or technique.

02.11.2025 - Quiet Fall Trails & Mindful Hiking in the Ammergau Alps (Rosengarten)

Embrace stillness, peaceful forest paths, and inner calm on scenic trails in Ammergau.- Area: Rosengarten, Ammergau.

- Area: Rosengarten, Ammergau
- Ascent: 550 m
- Descent: 550 m
- Distance: 7 km

07.12.2025 - Alpine Traditions, Crafts and Rituals in the Bavarian Alps

Explore alpine winter trails and visit a traditional Christmas market featuring local crafts and culinary treats.

- Area: Benediktbeuern
- Ascent: 550 m
- Descent: 550 m
- Distance: 15 km

11.01.2026 - Winter Hiking Techniques & Snow Skills: Schliersee Winter Wonderland

Snow-covered landscapes, frozen waterfalls and ice-covered rocks create a magical winter wonderland. Explore the stunning Partnach gorge and surrounding snowy trails and learn techniques for resilience and strength when walking in winter.

- Area: Schliersee
- Ascent: 250 m
- Descent: 250 m
- ReDistance: 11 km

01.02.2026 - Winter Wildlife Tracking & Hiking in Oberammergau Alps

Learn animal tracking skills and explore snowy trails in the Ammergau mountains.

- Area: Oberammergau
- Ascent: 500 m
- Descent: 500 m
- Distance: 10 km

01.03.2026 - Stepping Into Spring in the Kochel See Lake Area

As the mountains begin to stir with the first signs of spring, we embrace the energy of renewal through deep breaths and gentle movement. Learn techniques to build strength and balance to prepare for the upcoming season.

- Area: Kochel am See
- Ascent: 670 m
- Descent: 670 m
- Distance: 12 km

12.04.2026 - Geology & Water Trails: Ammer Gorge Hike & Bavarian History

Discover Bavaria’s geological wonders shaped by water in the Ammer Gorge (Ammerschlucht).

- Area: Bad Bayersoien, Ammerschlucht
- Ascent: 300 m
- Descent: 300 m
- Distance: 15 km

N.B. Hikes may be adapted due to weather conditions etc.

Travelling to & from hikes:

Travel with group via public transport from Munich Hauptbahnhof - organised via group in WhatsApp chat. Travel costs not included in price (We highly recommend the Deutschland ticket as it covers most travel for our hikes and gives you monthly use of all local and regional services).

Timings:

Depart from Munich normally 07:00-08:00 and return approx 18:00-19:00

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)

Book Winter Season PACKAGE
Single Hike Booking:

Single hikes bookings will be available for booking from 1st April. We have spaces for 2 single hike bookings per hike. Other places are reserved for package holders.
SINGLE HIKE FEE WINTER: €90
TASTER HIKE FEE: €45 Join us for a taster hike. If you sign up for a package after this - your taster fee will be credited to the package.

Book Winter Single hike
4 Season
  • 12 x Guided monthly hikes (May 2025- April 2026)
  • 10% Discount rate on Women’s Group weekend hut tours
  • 10% Discount on 4elements’ treks*
  • Community events & discounts
  • Investment: €749,00

*Discount valid on bookings during TFC 2025/2026 membership period

N.B. Hikes may be adapted due to weather conditions etc.

Travelling to & from hikes:

Travel with group via public transport from Munich Hauptbahnhof - organised via group in WhatsApp chat. Travel costs not included in price (We highly recommend the Deutschland ticket as it covers most travel for our hikes and gives you monthly use of all local and regional services).

Timings:

Depart from Munich normally 07:00-08:00 and return approx 18:00-19:00

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)

Book 4 Season PACKAGE
Dates: 13.- 14.09.2025 - 2 days 1 night

This two-day adventure takes us into the heart of the Wetterstein Mountains, following scenic trails through dense forests, alpine meadows, and past crystal-clear mountain streams. Our journey leads us to the historic Schachenhaus (1,867m), once King Ludwig II’s royal retreat, where we’ll spend the night surrounded by breathtaking peaks and stunning panoramic views.

This tour isn’t just about the landscapes—it’s about sharing the experience with a supportive group of international women who love exploring, challenging themselves, and creating unforgettable memories together.

Accommodation: Schachenhaus . Shared private rooms with bedding(4 beds).

Lunch: Packed lunch
Breakfast included, Dinner à la carte – not included

Day 1: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (728m)- Schachenhaus (1852m)

On Day 1, we set off from Garmisch-Partenkirchen hiking through Partnach Gorge, a dramatic canyon with thundering waterfalls and towering rock walls. Our trail then ascends the Kälbersteig, a scenic yet challenging trail that winds steeply through the forest, rewarding us with spectacular views as we climb.

By the afternoon, we reach our destination: the Schachenhaus (1,867m), once King Ludwig II’s royal retreat. After settling in, we’ll have time to visit this remarkable lodge and explore the Schachengarten, an extraordinary alpine botanical garden showcasing high-altitude plants from around the world.

- Ascent: 1260 m
- Descent: 131 m
- Distance: 10.5 km
- Walking time: 6 hrs

Day 2: Schachenhaus (1852m) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen (728m)

On our second day we descend via an equally stunning route, passing the Wetterstein Alm, a traditional alpine pasture with sweeping views, before continuing towards Schloss Ellmau, a historic hunting lodge nestled in the mountains, now a well-known exclusive retreat and base for the famous international summits. Our hike ends in Klais, where we can celebrate the weekend’s adventure over a well-earned refreshment.

- Ascent: 153 m
- Descent: 1073 m
- Distance: 15 km
- Walking time: 5 hrs

Each hut tour includes:
  • Guided two-day hut tour led by certified mountain hiking guide, Ceri Temple
  • Overnight stay in mountain huts (in private 2-4 bed rooms), bedding & breakfast included
  • Pre & post hike mobility & stretching sessions
  • Resources (Equipment lists, maps etc) for hikes
  • Tour photo albums
  • TFC Whatsapp group
Not included (please ask if you need any advice):
  • Lunches, drinks, snacks on tours
  • Evening meal (à la carte options)
  • Tips
  • Personal insurance (travel cancellation insurance and personal accident insurance)
  • Travel to/from tour start/end points

Timings: Similar start/ end times to day hikes

SUMMER HUT TOUR COST:

Cost: €329,00

Book Hut Tour 1 Summer
Dates: 07.- 08.02.2026 - 2 days 1 night

Step into the Bavarian winter wonderland with this two-day hut tour. This weekend is one of our annual highlights—it’s a chance to embrace winter’s magic, challenge ourselves in a supportive group of inspiring women, and experience the mountains in their most peaceful and enchanting season.

Accommodation: Bodenschneidhaus. Shared rooms (5 – 8 beds).

Day 1: Schliersee 783 m – Bodenschneidhaus 1365 m

On day one, we set off from Schliersee, following the best route for the conditions. If there’s fresh snow, we’ll strap on snowshoes to make our way through the winter landscape. Our trail winds through snow-dusted forests and mountain meadows, offering glimpses of sparkling lakes and rolling hills. By afternoon, we reach our cozy mountain refuge: the Bodenschneidhaus (1365m). Here, we’ll warm up with hearty mountain fare, relax and soak up the alpine atmosphere—embracing the simple joys of winter hut life.

- Ascent: 575 m
- Descent: 7 m
- Distance: 9 km
- Walking time: 4 hrs

Day 2: Bodenschneidhaus 1365 m – Rottach-Egern (Tegernsee) 620 m

On day two, conditions will guide our journey. If the weather allows, we’ll take on the rewarding ascent of Bodenschneid (1,669m), where breathtaking views stretch across the Bavarian Alps, from the glistening waters of Tegernsee to the distant peaks of the central Alps. From the summit, we begin our descent, weaving through quiet alpine meadows and forests before arriving at the shores of the Tegernsee Lake, where a well-earned coffee or cake awaits in one of its charming cafés.

- Ascent: 325 m
- Descent: 950 m
- Distance: 10 km
- Walking time: 4.5 hrs

This hut tour includes:
  • Guided two-day hut tour with certified mountain hiking guide
  • Pre & post hike mobility & stretching sessions
  • Board, breakfast and dinner
  • Snowshoe/ snow spikes, pole hire, avalanche equipment (if needed)
  • Access to whatsapp group and tour photo albums.
Not included (please ask if you need any advice):
  • Lunches, drinks, snacks on tours
  • Tips
  • Personal insurance (travel cancellation insurance and personal accident insurance)
  • Travel to/from tour start/end points

Timings: Similar start/ end times to day hikes

WINTER HUT TOUR COST:

Cost: €359,00

Book Hut Tour 2 Winter

When booking a tour with 4elements it is vital that you have adequate valid insurance covering the activities included. It is your responsibility to arrange appropriate insurances and ensure you have read and understood the full terms and conditions of your insurance policy to ensure that you are covered for all activities you intend to undertake whilst on the trip, including all optional activities. We also recommend Travel Cancellation Insurance (Reiserücktrittversicherung) in the case that you have to cancel a trip for any reason.

Your Insurance Policy must fully cover you for medical expenses and emergency repatriation to your country of residence. Please ensure your policy includes medical emergency helicopter repatriation in the event of illness or injury -and covers the entire duration of your holiday. For ALL Trail Fit Hiking day and weekend tours it is vital that you are covered for mountain search and rescue. One of the best offers for this is included in annual membership of the German Alpine Club: Deutscher Alpenverein

If you are looking for insurance to cover a single hiking/ mountain tours (Wander- und Bergsportversicherung) or further insurances such as Travel Cancellation Insurance (Reiserücktrittversicherung), then we recommend the following provider for residents in Germany: Travel Secure

How fit do I need to be for these hikes?

- You can hike for at least 4 hours at a relaxed pace (3km/hr, 300hm/ hr)
- Previous hiking experience is an advantage but not essential
- If you would like to build fitness, our partner Evolve Fitness offers tailored personal training for building fitness for mountain sports.

Can I complete a trial hike?

- Yes, you can undertake one taster hike half-price to see if Trail Fit Club is for you
- If you book after this, the fee will be credited to the package

How do the hikes work?

- If you have registered for a package, you will be added to our 2025 Spring/ Summer WhatsApp group registration
- If you have booked a day hike, you will be added to the group the week of the hike
- Tour details will be shared in the group at the beginning of the week before the tour
- There you can organise travel as a group

Is travel included in the fee?

- No, unless specfically stated, travel is not included. We provide the details and you organise your way to and from the tour starting point
- We plan tours that are accessible by public transportation and can be covered by either the Deutschland Ticket or group tickets - e.g. Bayern Ticket, Regio-Werdenfels ticket. We will share this information in the tour information

What are the hike timings?

- In summer: Approx 07:00-08:00 departure from Munich and return approx 18:00-19:00
- Winter tours are generally a little shorter
- N.B. We recommend leaving evenings after a tour free for some well-deserved R&R and for a more relaxed day

What equipment do I need for the hike?

- You will receive complete packing lists for day and weekend tours upon booking

I can’t make all of the tours in the package, do I get a discount?

- The package includes all six hikes (N.B. the 4season package includes all 12 hikes)
- If you can’t make all six, you can calculate if it makes sense to book tours individually
- There are no discounts or refunds if you cannot make any of the hikes
- The package cannot be transferred to others

I have already booked a 4element’s trek, do I still get a discount?

- The package discount fee of 3% or 5% applies to the full price of the trek
- If you have already booked a 2025 trek the discount will be applied to your Trail Fit Club invoice
- N.B. If you already booked at a previously discounted rate e.g. earlybird offer, the difference (if greater) will be applied to your invoice

Can I book individual hikes?

- Yes, individual hikes can be booked subject to availability
- Day hikes will be available for booking from 1st April
- Individual hikes cost €80/hike (summer), €90 (winter)

More questions?

Get in touch with Ceri

Trail Fit Club is for you if:
  • You want to get out of the city and explore the great outdoors in wonderful company
  • You want to experience more that Bavaria has to offer without having to do any of the planning
  • You want to get out more into the mountains but can’t find the people to head out with
  • You want to be part of a group where the focus is the journey and not bagging summits
  • You feel confused about where to start with hiking
  • You want to get off the beaten track and explore deeper with peace of mind that you are in experienced and good hands
  • You can enjoy great conversation as well as silence
  • You feel worried about not having enough experience in the outdoors, the right gear etc.
  • You want to connect and make friendships that last beyond the trail

Dates, prices & booking

Alumni hike April 27th
Day hikes SPRING/SUMMER 2025

Date:
11.05.2025
01.06.2025
06.07.2025
03.08.2025
07.09.2025
12.10.2025

Spring/Summer package: €380,00
1 package available
Book Summer PACKAGE
Single hike summer: €80,00
Book Summer Single hike
Weekend Hut Tour 1: Wetterstein Mountains

Date: 13.- 14.09.2025

Cost: €329,00
Book Hut Tour 1 Summer
Day hikes AUTUMN/WINTER 2025/2026

Date:
02.11.2025
07.12.2025
11.01.2026
01.02.2026
01.03.2026
12.04.2026

Autumn/Winter package: €415,00
4 packages available
Book Winter PACKAGE
Single hike winter: €90,00
Book Winter Single hike
Weekend Hut Tour 2: Bavarian Alps

Date: 07.- 08.02.2026

Cost: €359,00
Book Hut Tour 2 Winter
4 Season PACKAGE

SPRING/SUMMER 2025, AUTUMN/WINTER 2025/2026

Cost: 749,00
Book 4 Season PACKAGE
Tour length

1 or 2 Days

Spaces
4 Season/ Summer/ Winter

10 packages

Single Hike Bookings

2 Single-hike spaces per hike

Weekend Hut Tours

Min. 6 Max. 8 participants

Countries

Germany, Austria

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