Best waterfalls around Bad Feilnbach are found in a municipality in Bavaria, Germany, known for its diverse natural landscape. The area features several captivating waterfalls, with the Jenbach Waterfalls being a notable attraction. This region offers a unique natural experience for hikers and those seeking outdoor exploration. The landscape is characterized by clear mountain water, gorges, and well-maintained trails.
Last updated: July 1, 2026
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Small highlight on the ascent/descent through the forest.
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If you are in Bayrischzell, you absolutely have to see the waterfall. The path there is not strenuous, but in winter it can be a bit slippery.
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Unfortunately still blocked (09.2024)
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Lots of great waterfalls surrounded by lots of trees.
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Beautiful waterfall that plunges into the valley over several steps and forms several pools
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It's unclear to me where the name comes from, but as far as I know it's actually the Philosopher's Rise. But very beautiful.
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Smaller waterfall just below a hiking car park where camping is also tolerated (3€ 24h)
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Yes, several waterfalls in the area are suitable for families. The Jenbach Paradise is particularly family-friendly, offering clear water basins for swimming in summer and riverbanks where children can play. The themed path "Wasser & Moor" near Jenbachhalle also provides interactive stations for kids. The Tatzelwurm Waterfalls and Legerwaldgraben Waterfall are also noted as family-friendly.
The area around Bad Feilnbach offers a variety of well-maintained trails, ranging from easy family walks to more challenging routes. For instance, you can find moderate hikes like the "Farrenpoint summit – Jenbach Waterfalls loop" or the "Tregler Alm – Osterbach Waterfalls loop." Many trails integrate waterfalls into scenic routes, such as the path through Wolf Gorge, which features bridges and steep steps alongside cascades. You can explore more hiking options on the Hiking around Bad Feilnbach guide.
The waterfalls are particularly impressive after periods of rain or during snowmelt, when the water flow is at its most powerful. Summer offers the chance to enjoy the clear water basins (Gumpen) at the Jenbach Waterfalls for swimming. While beautiful year-round, spring and early summer often provide lush greenery and strong flows, while autumn brings vibrant foliage.
Absolutely. The Jenbach Paradise is an intact biotope with diverse flora and fauna, offering excellent photo opportunities. At Legerwaldgraben Waterfall, you'll find colorful pools washed out of the rock. The Tatzelwurm Waterfalls are a natural monument where the Auerbach tumbles over multiple cascades, creating a powerful rush through a gorge. Many waterfalls, including the Waterfall on the Way to Petersberg, offer scenic viewpoints within forest settings.
Yes, the clear water basins (Gumpen) at the Jenbach Waterfalls, part of the Jenbach Paradise, are suitable for swimming during the warmer months. This area provides a refreshing natural experience.
Beyond hiking, the region around Bad Feilnbach offers various cycling opportunities. You can find numerous road cycling routes, such as the "Jenbach Riverside Path – Bachweg Near Bad Feilnbach loop," or touring bicycle routes like the "View of Au near Bad Aibling – Mangfall River restoration loop." For more details, check the Road Cycling Routes around Bad Feilnbach guide and the Cycling around Bad Feilnbach guide.
The Tatzelwurm Waterfalls are known for their powerful rush, where the Auerbach tumbles over several cascades up to 10 meters high, creating a thunderous sound through the gorge. The Jenbach Waterfalls also become particularly powerful after heavy rain or during snowmelt.
Visitors frequently praise the natural beauty and refreshing atmosphere. Many highlight the impressive cascades, the clear water, and the picturesque settings. The Wolf Gorge is often described as breathtaking, with its spectacular waterfalls and the unique experience of walking along bridges and steep steps. The Waterfall on the Way to Petersberg is appreciated for its scenic views within a forest.
Yes, near the Jenbach Waterfalls, you can find the "Wasser & Moor" (Water & Moor) themed path, which starts near the Jenbachhalle and includes interactive stations to educate visitors, especially children, about local nature. Another educational hike, "Wasserwissen" (Water Knowledge), leads along the Jenbach to the start of the Jenbachsteig, passing several beautiful Jenbach cascades.
Many waterfalls are integrated into scenic hiking loops. For example, the Tatzelwurm Waterfalls can be part of longer routes like the Tatzelwurm Waterfalls – Brünnstein Hut loop. The Wolf Gorge is also part of a loop from Flintsbach am Inn. The Osterbach Waterfalls are featured in hikes such as the Tregler Alm – Osterbach Waterfalls loop from Bad Feilnbach.
The terrain varies from easy, well-maintained paths suitable for families to intermediate and even challenging sections. Trails can include forest paths, bridges, and steep steps, particularly in gorges like the Wolf Gorge. Some routes, like those to the Tatzelwurm Waterfalls, can be intermediate to challenging.


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