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Upper Bavaria
Landkreis Berchtesgadener Land
Ramsau b. Berchtesgaden

Watzmann Hocheck Summit

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Ramsau b. Berchtesgaden

Watzmann Hocheck Summit

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Watzmann Hocheck Summit

Recommended by 364 hikers out of 367

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Nationalpark Berchtesgaden

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Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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    Location: Ramsau b. Berchtesgaden, Landkreis Berchtesgadener Land, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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    1. Watzmann Hocheck Summit – Watzmannhaus loop from Königssee

    4.89km

    03:36

    670m

    670m

    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    2. Watzmannhaus – Watzmann Hocheck Summit loop from Königssee

    11.7km

    07:01

    1,170m

    1,170m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    March 24, 2021

    Beautiful view back to the Watzmannhaus, the Jenner or the Königssee - accessible to everyone with sure-footedness.

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      August 5, 2019

      Yes, just wonderful the view, especially for a "lowland northerner", so thumbs up!

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        July 13, 2021

        The refuge is behind the summit cross on the Hocheck and here is the transition to the Mittelspitze. Can only be reached via a via ferrata in approx. 1-1.5 hours.

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          July 25, 2021

          Easy to reach for hikers in good physical condition.

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            August 5, 2019

            Just wonderful this look, thumbs up from the "lowland northerner".
            ! Unfortunately, there is also this "highlight" under various name creations here on Komoot!

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              July 13, 2021

              The Hocheck is 2651m high and one of the three peaks of the Watzmann. It can only be reached with unsecured climbing from the Watzmannhaus in about 2-3 hours, depending on your fitness level.

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                August 13, 2021

                Very imposing view of the king

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                  June 19, 2022

                  The ascent is exhausting but you will be rewarded with fantastic views😊

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                    August 19, 2017

                    Breathtaking view over the Berchtesgadener Land

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                      February 2, 2023

                      The plaque on the Hocheck commemorates the ascent by a crown prince

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                        June 20, 2023

                        Upon arrival at Hoch Eck, the Königssee and the surrounding mountain landscape await. Fantastically beautiful

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                          February 8, 2020

                          go early and enjoy the sunrise

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                            November 16, 2021

                            The central peak is the highest of the three peaks of the Watzmann

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                              January 4, 2022

                              It is simply a dream setting and something for every hiker and mountaineer, although it is exhausting, the view is again worthwhile

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                                August 5, 2021

                                Pre-summit of the Watzmann with a view of the central peak.

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                                  November 16, 2021

                                  Bivouac hut in case you are surprised by the bad weather

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                                    September 10, 2021

                                    Magnificent view. The way is exhausting, but it can be done.

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                                      November 16, 2021

                                      The northernmost and lowest of the 3 Watzmann peaks, which can be easily reached from the Watzmannhaus

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                                        December 14, 2022

                                        This summit is easy to reach, only after that it becomes challenging

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                                          June 20, 2023

                                          From the Hocheck you have a fantastic view over the mountains

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                                            August 31, 2023

                                            Beautiful views and depths. From the Watzmannhaus to the shoulder mountain path. The shoulder is an easy scramble with rope insurance. From there to Hocheck again mountain path in high alpine terrain. The further way to the central and southern tip requires absolute surefootedness and a head for heights. With the right level of fitness, the tour from the Wimbach Bridge to the Hocheck can be completed in 6 -7 hours. be made.

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                                              May 28, 2024

                                              This summit is easy to reach, only after that it becomes challenging... best to be here at sunrise

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                                                June 25, 2024

                                                There is a bivouac around the corner for a rest at the summit.

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                                                  April 16, 2024

                                                  It’s a great feeling when you’ve reached the summit!

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                                                    Elevation 2,690 m

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                                                    Location: Ramsau b. Berchtesgaden, Landkreis Berchtesgadener Land, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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