Self-guided walking
7 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 2+
Moderate plus
Flights
available
11.0Kg CO2e
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Embark on an unforgettable self-guided walking holiday, exploring the scenic beauty of Bavaria's lakes and mountains, from the picturesque town of Bad Tolz to the charming Bayrischzell. This immersive journey takes you through the heart of Bavaria, where the captivating allure of Lake Tegernsee and the majestic heights of Mount Wendelstein await your discovery. Walk along panoramic paths, pausing at delightful mountain huts for a traditional 'Brotzeit' snack (translates to 'Bread Time') and a refreshing pint of beer, experiencing the true essence of Bavarian hospitality.
Dip into the crystal-clear waters of Lakes Tegernsee and Schliersee, perfect for a revitalising swim. Ascend Mount Taubenstein via a cable car, treating your senses to awe-inspiring vistas of the Tyrolean Karwendel mountains. Explore the summit's meteorological observatory and venture into the optional panorama-loop-path, leading to the fascinating underground tunnels of Wendelstein cave. Your journey follows segments of the Via Alpina and the King Maximilian path, unveiling the natural wonders of the German Alps. Bird enthusiasts may spot rare species like Corncrake, White-backed Woodpecker, Golden Eagle, and Collared Flycatcher, adding a touch of wildlife marvel to your adventure.
Explore the distinctive taste of Allgau and Bonifaz cheeses, representing the region's centuries-old cheese-making tradition. Immerse yourself in the culinary heritage of Oberpfalzer Karpfen, a variety of mirror carp with origins in Siberian streams and Alpine lakes.
Your accommodation consists of thoughtfully selected three-star hotels, ensuring a blend of comfort and genuine Bavarian charm. Extend your walking holiday with a city break in Munich, where the old town narrates captivating tales spanning from the Middle Ages, through WWII, to the contemporary era. Delight in panoramic vistas from the top of the New Town Hall, offering a sweeping view of the city. Immerse yourself in the marvels of science and technology at the famous Deutsches Museum or visit the wonderful Alte Pinakothek art gallery museum, adding depth to your Bavarian experience with rich cultural and historical insights.
Your walking holiday through Bavaria's lakes and mountains promises an enriching blend of nature, culture, and adventure, creating memories to last a lifetime.
Arrive at your hotel and head out for a stroll along the Isar River before heading out to a local restaurant.
You stay at Selected hotels.
Hotels, Bavaria
You will stay in a mixture of 3HHH and 3 star hotels. The hotels are chosen for their excellent facilities and proximity to the relevant local sites as well as their welcoming Bavarian hospitality. All rooms have en suite facilities.
Extra nights can be booked in Bad Tolz and Bayrischzell.
Take the train to Lenggries from where you will walk along the Via Alpina trail to the Aueralm. Enjoy a break with some Bavarian delicacies before continuing through forests and across meadows, offering long distance views onto Lake Tegernsee. Descend to your overnight stop at Bad Wiessee.
Today you can do a round-trip to Mount Riederstein on paths with amazing views. Head first to the mountain inn Galaun and on to the mountain chapel. Return to the lakeshore where the Tegernseer Bräustüberl awaits with its beer garden in the former monastery before taking a boat ride back to Bad Wiessee.
Walk from Lake Tegernsee to Lake Schliersee. Follow a forest path and alpine pastures to the Neureuth beer garden where you can enjoy a break with a view over the lake. Continue to the Gindelalm alp before descending to Lake Schliersee with marina and spa park.
Following the lakeside adventure path you reach Fischhausen. Then follow the former forest railway tracks before heading up to the Spitzingsattel col. Continue to Lake Spitzingsee, a popular swimming and boating lake. Walk round this natural idyll and take a break in the historic Wurzhütte chalet before returning by bus to Schliersee.
Take the cable car to the summit station at Mount Taubenstein. Follow a high altitude path with fabulous views over the Tyrolean Karwendel-mountain range to the Rotwand House, with the option of continuing to the summit of Mount Rotwand. Onwards via the picturesque cirque Großtiefentaler Kessel to Lake Soinsee with its idyllic location, then along alpine pastures and flowering meadows to your overnight stop at Bayrischzell.
Today's walk leads from Bayrischzell up Mount Wendelstein, Bavaria's most popular panoramic mountain! Taking the King-Maximilian-path you pass a waterfall on the way up to the Wendelstein-Alp. Walk to the summit with its impressive meteorological observatory and take the optional panorama-loop-path to the Wendelstein cave with its accessible underground tunnels. After a snack in the panorama-beer garden, you take the cable car back into the valley and walk back to Bayrischzell.
If you'd like to extend your trip with extra hotel nights we recommend: Hotel Opera, Munich.
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The Hotel Opera is situated in the Lehel district of Munich, the area has a village feel to it, but is just a 15 minute walk to the main centre of Munich and a 20 minute walk to the Englischer Garten, Munich's huge leafy park.
The hotel has a wonderful Romanesque facade, and the building itself dates back to the 19th century, damaged in the war the building was bought in 1968 by the present owners who took 8 years to painstakingly restore and renovate the building.
Today's hotel is a nice mix of modern and old, with lovely airy rooms and and a relaxing tranquil garden patio. Rooms have all mod cons and some come with balconies, the hotel also owns a couple of superb restaurants close by.
Breakfast is served at your table with a choice of cold meats and cheeses or croissants and fruit and the option to order freshly cooked eggs.
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These tour only prices are based on two people sharing. Single supplement from £188.
We can book your flights, protected by ATOL and ABTA. Please ask at time of enquiry.
Some local trains and buses are used on this holiday to get you to the start, or from the end of some of the walks. These journeys are payable locally and you should budget approximately 10?������ for these journeys. Twin-bedded rooms in German resorts are normally one large base with two mattresses/duvets. Separate twin beds are rare and cannot be guaranteed.
If you choose a flight inclusive package with us, you will fly into Munich airport, with onward rail included. We can also provide transfers from the station to your hotel, please contact us for details and prices.
We hold an ATOL License and are fully ABTA bonded, so you can book your flights with us in confidence. We can book most airlines and will advise you of your most convenient airport and flight options.
Flight prices vary massively and change quickly. At Headwater we will sell you your flights at the same price you can buy them yourself. We simply add £35 per person to cover your flight protection, to learn more please click here.
Subject to availability and dependent on service provider, please ask at time of enquiry and book early to avoid disappointment. *Unfortunately, due to the airline themselves we are unable to book Ryanair.
Self-guided walking
7 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 2+
Moderate plus
Flights
available
11.0Kg CO2e
Navigation App
