6 days in the Steinernes Meer – hiking over waves of rock
Hiking Collection by Tobias Büttel
7
Tours
35:23 h
46.9 mi
16,650 ft
If you’re dreaming of an exciting hut-to-hut trek in one of Germany’s most spectacular mountain regions, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve put together a six-day hike from the picturesque Königssee through the breathtaking Steinerne Meer (the Rocky Sea). It’s a real adventure for summit raids, hut lovers and wild swimmers.
Pure variety awaits you on your journey through forest and rock, valleys and plateaus. Climb peaks of all sizes, cool your feet in crystal-clear alpine lakes and spend the nights in the dreamlike surroundings of the mountain huts. The landscapes around Königssee, Schönfeldspitze and Watzmann will enchant and inspire you.
On the fourth day, you have a choice between a long and technically demanding hike or a more pleasant amble. For ambitious mountain hikers, stage 4b is a challenging Tour and a great alternative route from the Kärlingerhaus to the Riemannhaus. It features the thrilling accent of the Schönfeldspitze for some staggering views. For hut hikers with less alpine experience, I recommend the normal route (stage 4a) over the waves of the rocky sea, which offers equally varied and magnificent views.
No matter which route you choose, you’ll be amazed by the bizarre beauty of the rocks as you hike through the barren plateau of the Steinernes Meer. However, you should be careful in fog and during cold spells. When visibility drops on the plateau, navigation can be very challenging.
I’d recommend that you plan your adventure on the Steinerne Meer well in advance, because the huts are popular and book up quickly. You should definitely make reservations to be sure of a place each night. You can easily plan your arrival and departure by public transport or car. The start and end points are located at bus stops and car parks.
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Last updated: March 28, 2023
Tours & Highlights
- Expert05:076.57 mi1.3 mph4,400 ft725 ftExpert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The first day of the tour into the Steinernes Meer starts with a highlight - the Königssee. You should definitely take a look over the crystal-clear lake at the beginning before you hike to the Carl von Stahl house.
But don't let yourself be captivated by the sight of him for too long, you still have…
- Expert06:518.30 mi1.2 mph2,925 ft3,925 ftExpert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
A varied hiking day awaits you today, which will lead you through a wonderful mountain and alpine landscape. But don't underestimate the stage: start early, because it will be a long day to the Wasseralm.
Lace up your boots and off to the scenic Schneibstein, your summit of the day. A beautiful panorama…
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- Expert03:525.29 mi1.4 mph1,950 ft1,250 ftExpert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
You can enjoy the peace and quiet at the Wasseralm a little longer today. A short stage lies ahead of you. Your way winds up to the cozy Kärlinger house through former alpine pastures.
Take the Halsköpfl with you as a short summit highlight to see the Königssee from a new perspective. Let your soul dangle…
- Expert04:105.54 mi1.3 mph2,550 ft775 ftExpert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Finally, the Steinernes Meer is in front of you! I have created two variants of the Riemann house for you (4a and 4b). If you're more of a relaxed hiker and don't have any scrambling experience, then this variant is just right for you. This stage follows the short normal route through the Steinernes…
- Expert05:425.59 mi1.0 mph3,125 ft1,350 ftExpert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The time has come: off to the Steinernes Meer! For fit mountain climbers I have planned a challenging alternative to the normal route through the undulating landscape.
If you are sure-footed, have a head for heights, have climbing experience and a sense of direction, then this variant over the summit…
- Expert03:245.37 mi1.6 mph1,100 ft1,275 ftExpert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Relaxation day or a day to look and enjoy. This stage is quite short, so you can fully absorb and enjoy the landscape.
The route runs relatively flat via the Eichstätter Weg to the Ingolstädter Haus. But the way is not boring at all. Admire the forget-me-nots that line the path as a splash of color and…
- Expert06:1710.3 mi1.6 mph600 ft5,425 ftExpert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Your last day on the tour begins. If you feel like it, you can shorten this stage and add an overnight stay in the Wimbachgrieshütte.
No matter how, you first walk in the direction of the Kärlingerhaus and soon steeply uphill to the Hundstodgatterl. It then continues wavy to the Trischübel saddle before…
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Collection Stats
- Tours7
- Distance46.9 mi
- Duration35:23 h
- Elevation16,650 ft
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