Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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Includes segments that are highly dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.19 km for 1.24 km

After 7.99 km for 356 m

Waypoints

Start point

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4.34 km

Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest)

Highlight • Historical Site

You have to see it once, but once is enough. It's crazy what crowds of people are brought up there on buses. 😱
Otherwise, of course, a great view of the Alps, especially the Watzmann and the Königssee 🤩

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4.44 km

Kehlsteinhaus Footpath

Highlight • Trail

5.61 km

Kehlstein Summit Cross (1881 m)

Highlight • Summit

At the summit of the Kehlstein, at an altitude of 1,881 meters, stands the symbolic summit cross. Here, you can expect tranquility, impressive panoramic views, and a popular spot for photos and a short rest.

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6.15 km

Mannlgrat Via Ferrata

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

If they are sure-footed, experienced hikers can do without via ferrata equipment on the relatively easy Mannlsteig. This has a maximum of B. However, you must have a head for heights. ;-)

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7.92 km

Chimney Variant (Kehlstein, Berchtesgaden National Park)

Highlight • Climb

The chimney variant is well secured but a bit crumbly on the final climb. Wearing a helmet and keeping a distance from climbers ahead is recommended.

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7.97 km

Chimney (Hoher Göll)

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Well insured in the upper part, but there is a lot of loose rock in the way. You should only go when there are few people around. The crossing in …

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8.44 km

Memorial Cross on Hochries

Highlight • Monument

Souvenirs of those who had an accident here.

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9.69 km

Purtschellerhaus and border at Rossfeld Panorama Road

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Hut

12.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.70 km

3.02 km

1.70 km

1.55 km

705 m

185 m

Surfaces

4.40 km

3.44 km

1.99 km

1.35 km

1.23 km

383 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 19 April

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1°C

53 %

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Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest)

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Kehlstein Summit Cross (1881 m)

Mannlgrat Via Ferrata

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