The 10 best easy hikes around Munich

The mountains are calling! And not just for experienced mountaineers, but also for beginners and families. The Munich area offers a variety of easy yet impressive hikes that will bring everyone closer to the beauty of the Bavarian Alps.

1. Großer Illing: The perfect start

Starting in Ohlstadt, this tour offers breathtaking views of the Staffelsee and the Riegsee. With a length of 6.6 km and 550 meters in altitude, it is ideal for beginners and families.

2. Jochberg: A classic with a view

The Jochberg is not only popular because of its view of Lake Walchensee and Lake Kochel. The hike is a bit more demanding at 11.5 km and 770 meters in altitude, but still doable for most hikers.

3. Hirschhörnlkopf: An insider tip

Less known, but no less impressive, is the deer horn head. From here you have a magnificent view of Lake Walchensee. The tour covers 10 km and 730 meters in altitude.

4. Kofel: Adventures in Oberammergau

The hike to the Kofel begins in Oberammergau and, at 7.5 km and 470 meters in altitude, offers a great opportunity to experience the Bavarian Alps.

5. Leonhardstein: A jewel in the Tegernsee Valley

The Leonhardstein is an insider tip in the Tegernsee Valley. At 9.5 km and 660 meters in altitude, the hike not only offers sporting challenges, but also breathtaking views.

6. Roß- and Buchstein: Double happiness at the summit

The hike to Roß- and Buchstein offers a unique experience at 8.5 km and 840 meters in altitude. The view from the Tegernseer Hütte is a special highlight.

7. Partnachklamm and Eckbauer: natural wonders and views

The Partnachklamm is one of the most famous excursion destinations in Bavaria. Combined with the hike to Eckbauer, the result is a tour of 11 km and 560 meters in altitude.

8. Big giant head: pure panorama

The Großer Riesenkopf in the Mangfall Mountains offers a hike of 12 km and 850 meters in altitude that will be remembered.

9. Season: Simple but impressive

The hike to the Staffel is easy at 10.5 km and 760 meters in altitude, but the view is even more impressive.

10. Geigelstein: The King of Chiemgau

As one of the highest mountains in Chiemgau, the Geigelstein, at 18 km and 1070 meters in altitude, offers a hike that you won't soon forget.

All of these hikes not only offer sporting challenges, but also unforgettable nature experiences. The Bavarian Alps are waiting to be discovered by you!