Description
The landscape and the journey
Along Germany’s Austrian border, the Bavarian Alps combine lakes, gorges, valleys and high peaks. Grant Bourne and Sabine Körner-Bourne’s guide covers Lake Constance to Berchtesgaden, helping you explore one base or combine several destinations with village and cultural visits.
Routes and itinerary options
The 70 graded routes range from half-day walks to longer mountain days and short hut-to-hut journeys. Highlights include Königssee, Zugspitze and the Breitach, Partnach and Höllental gorges. Oberammergau, Mittenwald, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Berchtesgaden provide different bases for exploring.
Maps and practical planning
1:100,000 maps and route data cover distance, ascent, difficulty and access. GPX files are available from Cicerone. Transport, accommodation, mountain huts, local culture and excursions beyond the trails help you plan a varied holiday. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Valley walks and higher routes demand different experience and equipment. Summer is the main mountain season; lower walks may offer longer seasons. Assess snow and weather on high routes. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Grant Bourne and Sabine Körner-Bourne. Fourth edition published in 2018, with subsequent reprints. 336 pages. ISBN 9781852849290.
