Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit
Overview
Explore two Alpine landscapes during this mountain hiking tour from Bavaria to Salzburg. This itinerary takes you on an eight-day tour along the beautiful pathways in the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps. The feeling of absolute calm as you gaze upon the impressive rock formations is included. While walking you can detour into one of the many alpine huts where a cool beer or sparkling ‘Kracherl’ will refresh you!
The mountain hiking tour kicks off with a highlight: after your arrival at the Königssee, day two will see a trip to the Berchtesgaden National Park on the programme. For 19 kilometres you will hike through the reserve, past the border into Salzburg. All around you’ll hear the rushing waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm. And over the next few days one highlight will follow the last. For example: the Pinzgauer Grasberge, a high-altitude hike to the famous Arthurhaus or a visit to Hohenwerfen Castle (not included in the price) and much more.
Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit Overview
Explore two Alpine landscapes during this mountain hiking tour from Bavaria to Salzburg. This itinerary takes you on an eight-day tour along the beautiful pathways in the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps. The feeling of absolute calm as you gaze upon the impressive rock formations is included. While walking you can detour into one of the many alpine huts where a cool beer or sparkling ‘Kracherl’ will refresh you!
The mountain hiking tour kicks off with a highlight: after your arrival at the Königssee, day two will see a trip to the Berchtesgaden National Park on the programme. For 19 kilometres you will hike through the reserve, past the border into Salzburg. All around you’ll hear the rushing waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm. And over the next few days one highlight will follow the last. For example: the Pinzgauer Grasberge, a high-altitude hike to the famous Arthurhaus or a visit to Hohenwerfen Castle (not included in the price) and much more.
Explore the mountainous Königssee & Berchtesgaden National Park
Visit numerous Alpine huts with homemade delicacies: A landscape with scenery as romantic as the famous Austrian ‘Heimatfilms’.
Climb to the border crossing at Torrener Joch & Jenner and be rewarded with overlook to unique alpine landscape and rugged rock formations.
Travel at your own pace with the logistics being taken care for you.
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Itinerary for Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit
Arrival in Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden
Arrive at Koenigssee and spend the relaxing night here.
Walk 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.
Walk 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.
Walk 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.
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.
Trek to Golling, ‘Salzach valley’
The 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 miner’s trail down into the valley of river Salzach and continue to Werfen. There the mighty forest Hohenwerfen is well worth a visit.
Walk to Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden, ‘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.
Departure or extension
Departure your accommodation after the breakfast.
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Dates and prices for Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need. The departures are available every Saturday and Sunday.
2025 Departures:
The departures are available every Saturday and Sunday, from June 7th to September 21st, 2025.
- Single room: from $1,425USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,195USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.
What’s included for Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit
Meals
7 breakfasts and 1 lunch are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes luggage transfers; however, you will be walking from town to town yourself. Cable car fare at Jenner and one train fare (from Werfen to Gollin) are included.
Also Included
- Luggage transfer
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- 1 Cable car fare at Jenner
- Transfers according to program
- 1 Train fare from Werfen to Golling
- Carefully elaborated route description
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- Service hotline
Not Included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Guide services
- Tourist tax
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Return transfer
- Half Board upgrade
Accommodation for Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Frequently asked questions for Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Circuit
How hard is the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Tour?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Beautiful and good walking paths, just a few longer climbs require good basic fitness level and partly surefootedness. If you love alpine pastures, brilliant views and a being high up you will enjoy this tour.
I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
Is this tour run in English?
All tour information will be provided in English. German tour package is available as well.
Do I need a visa to travel to Austria or Germany?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Tour?
7 breakfasts and 1 lunch are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover trekking. Get your travel insurance.
How do I get Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden to start this tour?
You can get to Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden by train to Berchtesgaden, short transfer to Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden by bus or taxi (approx. 15 min., depending on the starting hotel).
Where does the Bavarian and Salzburg Alps Trekking Tour end?
The tour ends where it starts, at Koenigssee/Berchtesgaden.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Austria or Germany?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Austria or Germany?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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