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Watzmann Hut – Wimbach Gorge loop from Schönau am Königssee

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Bavaria

Upper Bavaria

Landkreis Berchtesgadener Land

Schönau a. Königssee

Watzmann Hut – Wimbach Gorge loop from Schönau am Königssee

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Watzmann Hut – Wimbach Gorge loop from Schönau am Königssee

10:36

28.4km

1,440m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 7.27 km for 475 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.47 km

View of Grünstein

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We did the tour in June 2025, and the heavy rain damage (mentioned in a 2021 comment) is no longer present.
You can complete the entire tour as described.

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5.48 km

Kührointalm and Memorial Chapel

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The hut is in a fantastic location at the foot of the Watzmannfrau. The hut is open from mid-May to the end of October. You can treat yourself to regional cuisine and also stay overnight.

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8.52 km

Climb below the Watzmannhaus

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Steep ascent and descent, but worth it with this wonderful view.

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8.87 km

Watzmann Hut

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The promising Watzmannhaus serves as a base for climbing the Watzmann. The hut is open from May to October. There are 200 beds in the dormitory and shared rooms. Be …

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12.9 km

Stubenalm pasture with grazing cows

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Stubenalm snacks and drinks daily from 10am. Closed on Mondays!

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15.7 km

Wimbach Gorge

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Small canyon with many opportunities to take great photos. Very clear water and some huts to stop in the area.

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25.4 km

View of the Watzmann from the Königsseer Ache

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Here you can enjoy mountain views

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26.1 km

Wooden bridge over the rushing Ache

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Beautiful wooden bridge over the Ache

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28.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

5.61 km

2.60 km

2.15 km

2.09 km

1.23 km

468 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

7.15 km

5.43 km

2.19 km

1.51 km

891 m

709 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,900 m)

Lowest point (540 m)

Weather

Wednesday 8 July

23°C

14°C

86 %

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Watzmann Hut – Wimbach Gorge loop from Schönau am Königssee

View of Grünstein

Kührointalm and Memorial Chapel

Climb below the Watzmannhaus

Watzmann Hut

Stubenalm pasture with grazing cows

Wimbach Gorge

View of the Watzmann from the Königsseer Ache

Wooden bridge over the rushing Ache

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