When the snow crunches under your skis and winter splendour surrounds you on all sides, cross-country skiing in Upper Bavaria is a winter experience without equal. Whether you start from Munich or Rosenheim, you'll be on the trails in no time and can try your hand at classic cross-country skiing or skating. Explore Upper Bavaria while cross-country skiing and enjoy a unique landscape!
The 10 most beautiful cross-country ski trails in Upper Bavaria
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Open the Route PlannerCross-country skiing region Upper Bavaria
The region of Upper Bavaria is a true Mecca when it comes to winter sports. Whether ice skating, tobogganing or skiing in the easily accessible Alps, in Upper Bavaria the nearest winter sports activity is almost always just around the corner. But if you prefer to stay away from the hustle and bustle of winter sports and don't want to miss out on skiing, you can discover the wonderful cross-country ski trails of Upper Bavaria for yourself. Thanks to the region's high snow reliability, you can explore the cross-country skiing trails in classic style and skating from December at the latest and get to know one of the most beautiful corners of Germany with its wintry nature in all peace and quiet.
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Cross-country skiing with a view
If you are not only looking for a sporting adventure, but also don't want to miss a visual highlight of the Upper Bavarian winter landscape, take on one of the most beautiful cross-country skiing trails in Upper Bavaria: the round tour around Reutberg Monastery near Bad Tölz. Because there, the classically groomed cross-country trail is waiting to show you the beauty of Sachsenkam over 17 kilometres. If you feel like it, you can also shorten the route at various points. The starting point is at the edge of Bad Tölz.
Since most of the route runs through the Ellbach-Kirchseemoor nature reserve, a wide range of Upper Bavarian nature opens up to you - from ancient, sugared pines to small bubbling brooks. The view of the Karwendel massif is just as impressive as the surrounding nature. The route is relatively easy to complete, with no major difficulties apart from an ascent near Ellbach. Nevertheless, you should have the necessary stamina for the three hours it takes to complete the whole circuit. Skating is not possible on this classically groomed trail.
Tip for a stop: If you get hungry or just want to warm up, stop off at the Reutberg monastery restaurant and be spoilt for choice between hearty specialities and freshly baked cakes.
On the trail of a cross-country skiing legend
The Magdalena Neuner trail not only offers fans of the three-time winner of the overall World Cup in the biathlon the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of their idol. The route itself is also worth seeing from a scenic point of view and has one or two highlights in store - such as the beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. The three-kilometre-long trail is also particularly snow-sure, thanks to the on-site snow-making system.
The start is in Wallgau, the birthplace of Magdalena Neuner. The small community in Garmisch-Patenkirchen is an ideal starting point for cross-country skiing, as it lies directly on the area's approximately 150-kilometre cross-country skiing network. For both classic cross-country skiing and skating fans, there are suitable cross-country trails from Wallgau. If you don't have any equipment yet, you can hire it locally from one of the numerous providers
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And it is not only for cross-country skiing or skating that a visit to wintry Wallgau is worthwhile. The beautiful nature that surrounds the municipality entices you with snow-covered winter hiking trails, a pristine Isar river and numerous cosy inns to stop off in the village or its surroundings.
Where to find groomed cross-country ski trails in Upper Bavaria:
- Reit im Winkel
- Zugspitz region
- Garmisch-Patenkirchen
- Miesbach
- Ruhpolding
- Bayrischzell
- Oberaudorf
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