Winter Hikes in Germany: the best Winter Hiking Trails

The 10 most beautiful winter hikes in Germany

Winter Hiking · Altenberg

Große Winterwanderung rund um Schellerhau

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

6.3 km

1:40 h

113 m

115 m

Gemütliche Runde durch den verschneiten Ort Schellerhau, mit romantischer Kirche und wunderbaren Ausblicken.

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View from the Laubensteinalmen to the Heuraffelkopf

Winter Hiking · Bavarian Alps

Laubenstein (1350 m) from Grainbach

recommended route Difficulty moderate

17.2 km

6:00 h

890 m

960 m

Beautiful (weekday) winter hike from Grainbach via the Riesenalm plateau and the Laubenstein to Aschau

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Bernau im Schwarzwald: Schneeschuhtour aufs 1415 Meter hohe Herzogenhorn. Belohnt wird der steile Anstieg mit wunderbaren Ausblicken bis auf die 140 Kilometer entfernten Alpen.

Winter Hiking · Südschwarzwald

Hof - Herzogenhorn - Krunkelbachhütte

recommended route Difficulty difficult

5.1 km

2:15 h

536 m

206 m

Erster Tag um die Krunkelbachhütte Vom Bernauer Ortsteil Hof bergauf bis zum Gipfelkreuz des Herzogenhorns - dann via Albsteig hinab zur Krunkelbachhütte mit herrlichen Fernblicken.

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Winter Hiking · Naturpark Südschwarzwald

Krunkelbachhütte - Spießhorn - kleines Spießhorn - Hof

recommended route Difficulty moderate

5.1 km

1:35 h

67 m

397 m

Zweiter Tag um die Krunkelbachhütte Am Morgen nach dem Frühstück auf der Hüttenterrasse, mit etwas Glück eine prächtige Winterlandschaft mit glitzerndem Pulverschnee

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Winter Hiking · Südschwarzwald

Herzogenhorn und Spießhorn – Zweitages-Tour um die Krunkelbachhütte

recommended route Difficulty moderate

10.2 km

4:45 h

604 m

Das Herzogenhorn, der zweithöchste Berg im Schwarzwald, hier und vom Spießhorn sind die Fernblicke zu den Alpen meist noch besser als vom höheren Nachbarn, dem Feldberg.

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Winter Hiking · Zugspitze Region

from Schlattan over the Wank to Farchant

recommended route Difficulty moderate

14.8 km

5:45 h

900 m

1,100 m

This crossing of the Wank is possible all year round. In winter, there are times when the mountain railway is not in operation, when the tour is particularly rewarding, as there are significantly fewer people on the extremely popular Wank. Non-operating times in winter 23/24: 06.11.-24.12.2023, 08.01.2024 until the start of the summer season 24

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A final panoramic section with a view of the Heuberg takes you uphill.

Winter Hiking · Bavarian Prealps

Hohe Asten (1104 m) from Flintsbach

recommended route Difficulty easy

11 km

4:00 h

640 m

Beautiful, family-friendly (winter) hike to the Hohe Asten. If there is enough snow, experienced tobogganists can whizz down the winding route.

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Ice formations worth seeing in the Partnach Gorge

Winter Hiking · Wetterstein Mountains and Mieminger chain

Winter hike through the Partnach Gorge

recommended route Difficulty easy closed

7.6 km

3:00 h

490 m

When Father Frost drops his icy curtains, the Partnach Gorge is transformed into a fascinating world of ice - for young and old.

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Winter Hiking · Bad Hindelang

Winterwanderung durch den Hirschbachtobel

recommended route Difficulty moderate

5.9 km

3:00 h

330 m

Landschaftlich besondere und abwechslungsreiche Tour bei Bad Hindelang. Die Schwierigkeit variiert stark mit den Schnee- und Eisverhältnissen.

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Winter Hiking · Chiemsee-Alpenland

Drei-Seen-Winterwandung

recommended route Difficulty easy

8.9 km

2:10 h

38 m

Diese Kinderwagen geeignete Winterwanderung führt gleich an drei Seen vorbei und hat auch kulinarisch einiges zu bieten.

Chiemsee-Alpenland

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Winter hiking in Germany is a real treat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The country offers a wealth of breathtaking landscapes, picturesque hiking trails and impressive sights to discover.

Geographical location and special features

With its diverse geographical location, Germany has something for everyone. From the snowy peaks of the Bavarian Alps to the idyllic forests of the Black Forest, there are countless opportunities for winter hiking.

Tourist attractions

During your winter hiking in Germany, you can also explore some of the country's most famous tourist attractions. For example, visit the famous Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria or take a detour to the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain.

Best seasons

The best time for winter hiking in Germany is usually between December and March, when temperatures are cool and enough snow has fallen to create optimal conditions for hiking.

The best tours in Germany

There are many recommended winter hiking tours in Germany. One popular choice is a hike up the Brocken in the Harz mountains, the highest elevation in northern Germany. From there you can enjoy breathtaking views over the snow-covered countryside.

Another great option is a hike through the Berchtesgaden National Park in Bavaria. Here you can not only enjoy the impressive nature, but also visit historical sights such as the Königssee monastery.

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