TRAILS WITH A VIEW

Winterwanderungen in Bayrischzell

Family winter hiking in the snow near a mountain chapel

Where the trails
grow quieter

Experience nature mindfully

Guided winter tours

Explore the snow-covered mountains with experienced local mountain guides – along selected routes with impressive views.

From easy to challenging

From leisurely family walks through the Leitzach Valley to more demanding snowshoe tours around Mount Wendelstein.

Snowshoe hire

Our partner Top on Mountain offers suitable snowshoe equipment and guided tours – including options for beginners.

Varied routes

Kloo-Ascher-Tal, Hochkreuth, Geitau and Tannersteigerl: discover different routes around Bayrischzell.

Snowshoe hiking around Bayrischzell

Across gentle slopes, through secluded valleys and towards impressive viewpoints, snowshoeing lets you experience the alpine surroundings in a very personal way. What makes it special is moving with awareness: instead of speed, it is your own rhythm and the immediate connection with nature that matter. A soothing combination of physical challenge and inner calm that brings the idea of Move & Relax to life in a natural way.

Close-up of snowshoes walking through snow

Tours at a glance

Winter nature experiences for the whole family: This easy circular route leads through the scenic landscape around Geitau and is ideal for a relaxed introduction to snowshoe hiking. Over almost five kilometres, beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and a varied nature experience await.

  • Distance: 4.7 km

  • Walking time: approx. 1 hr 24 mins

  • Difficulty: easy

  • Tour type: family-friendly circular route

  • Start & finish: Osterhofen, Wendelstein cable car car park (785 m)

Snowshoe towards the mountain panorama: The Tannersteigerl leads from Bayrischzell up to Mittleres Sudelfeld and offers a beautiful combination of winter mountain scenery and panoramic views. This easy tour is also suitable for families and combines gentle activity with impressive nature experiences over a manageable distance.

  • Distance: 2.5 km

  • Walking time: approx. 1 hr 24 mins

  • Difficulty: easy

  • Tour type: family-friendly snowshoe hike

  • Starting point: Schwebelift Bayrischzell valley station

Gain elevation and discover the mountains from a new perspective: This varied snowshoe tour leads from Osterhofen through the alpine terrain around Mount Wendelstein to Bayrischzell. Over almost twelve kilometres, impressive mountain panoramas, longer climbs and an intensive nature experience await. Ideal for ambitious winter hikers with good fitness who are looking for a more challenging route and want to experience the special atmosphere of the mountains in winter.

  • Distance: 11.7 km

  • Walking time: approx. 4 hrs 10 mins

  • Difficulty: moderate

  • Tour type: snowshoe tour for hikers with a good level of fitness

  • Starting point: Osterhofen

  • Finish: Bayrischzell

A winter discovery tour starting directly in Bayrischzell: From the Kurpark, this family-friendly circular route follows the Hochkreuth-Steigerl through the beautiful landscape at the foot of the Bavarian Alps. Over almost five kilometres, relaxed sections alternate with gentle climbs. Ideal for families who want to try snowshoe hiking at an easy pace and discover the winter mountains from a new perspective.

  • Distance: 4.7 km

  • Walking time: approx. 1 hr 55 mins

  • Difficulty: easy

  • Tour type: family-friendly circular route

  • Start & finish: Bayrischzell Kurpark

Winter hiking around Bayrischzell

Past sparkling snowfields, along the Leitzach or towards traditional alpine huts – here, the journey itself becomes a family experience. While little ones and kids leave their tracks in the snow, parents discover the restorative effect of active time outdoors. Winter hiking in the spirit of Move & Relax gets the circulation moving, strengthens basic endurance and combines gentle physical activity with valuable family time.

Couple wearing sunglasses in front of a rocky peak with a chapel in winter

Tours at a glance

Winter panoramas meet family time: On this varied hike, you can discover some of the most beautiful sides of Bayrischzell in winter. From Osterhofen, the route leads towards Hochkreuth, opening up beautiful views of the surrounding peaks along the way. Gentle sections and slightly more demanding climbs provide the right amount of activity. A rewarding tour for active families who enjoy exploring together and taking time to appreciate the impressive Alpine panorama.

  • Distance: 6.7 km

  • Walking time: approx. 2 hrs

  • Difficulty: moderate

  • Tour type: family-friendly winter hike

  • Starting point: Bayrischzell

16 kilometres of pure nature and plenty of space for big thoughts: If you enjoy spending a little longer outdoors in winter, the Kloo-Ascher Valley is the perfect choice. From Bayrischzell, the route follows the Leitzach into an unspoilt high valley framed by striking mountain slopes. The open valley landscape and gentle sound of the water make this hike a special experience. Ideal for hiking-loving families with older children who enjoy covering longer distances away from busy excursion destinations.

  • Distance: 16.3 km

  • Walking time: approx. 4 hrs 45 mins

  • Difficulty: moderate

  • Tour type: family-friendly winter hike for those with good fitness

  • Starting point: Bayrischzell

Leave the village behind and step into authentic Bavarian countryside: This circular hike connects the charming centre of Bayrischzell with peaceful Osterhofen. Passing traditional farmhouses and open meadows, the valley shows its more original side. The manageable distance gives active families a great opportunity to enjoy the day without a fixed programme. With a little stamina and curiosity for the details along the way, it becomes a varied outing for all ages.

  • Distance: 5.6 km

  • Walking time: approx. 2 hrs

  • Difficulty: moderate

  • Tour type: family-friendly circular route

  • Start & finish: Bayrischzell

Two traditional alpine huts, a panoramic high-level trail and a real mountain feeling: From the Kurvenlift at Spitzingsee, the route climbs towards the beautifully situated Firstalmen and continues to Bodenschneidhaus. The scenic trail leads through alpine forests and along snow-covered mountain paths before the traditional mountain hut invites you to enjoy a well-earned break. Steeper sections and winter trail conditions make this a special tour for sure-footed hikers with mountain experience who want to head higher even during the colder months.

  • Distance: 4.6 km

  • Walking time: approx. 2 hrs 15 mins

  • Difficulty: difficult

  • Tour type: challenging winter hike for experienced mountain hikers

  • Starting point: Kurvenlift Spitzingsee

New energy through exercise

Family doing yoga poses on mats with an instructor in a studio

Moments of well-being for young and old alike

Family sitting at the edge of an indoor pool with feet in the water

Mindful eating

Pan-seared fish fillet with asparagus, cherry tomatoes and herb foam on a plate