Hiking in Germany

Walking holidays in Germany

Revive and experience: The most beautiful hiking holidays near to home

When we talk about an active holiday destination that truly offers a variety of quality hiking trails and safety for every hiking fan and alpinist, it can only be Germany. Leisure hiking, mountain experiences and trekking holidays, and all of this not far from your front door. From Northern Germany and Central Germany to the Alpine foothills and the Bavarian Alps. Take advantage of holiday destinations in your own country which are easy and without a long journey to get there. Hike individually and flexibly, because a tour in your home country can start at any time. Do you already feel the anticipation and excitement before your next holiday? Because at Eurohike we can’t wait to help you organise your time to relax, revive and experience.

Popular hiking regions in Germany

Hikebreak with view to the Chiemgauer mountains

Trekking, hiking and walking – Germany with a difference

The numerous hiking regions in Germany will exceed your expectations: as a country full of variety and versatility, it is the right destination for every hiking fan who wants to enjoy this holiday destination or loves hiking in the Alps. Look forward to historic cities and picturesque lakes and rivers – and walk in the footsteps of German culture! Even for alpinists Germany is ideal. Numerous mountain landscapes await you for trekking or mountain hiking. Maybe on the “Hiking classic” at the Zugspitze and the tour around the Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany.

Hiking in Southern Germany

Beautiful panoramic view at the hiking tour in the Altmühltal valley

The Alpine foothills

We owe the ice age for the numerous swimming opportunities and the beautiful scenery of the Alpine foothills. But also culturally, the area in Southern Germany has lots of offer – as well as historical treasures from the Celts and Romans in the Altmühltal on the Altmühltal-Panorama-Path. Like King Ludwig II, we fell in love with the region from Munich to the Allgäu and the fairy-tale paths on the King-Ludwig-Way. On the hiking tour Black Forest – Lake Constance there are impressive views of the Austrian and Swiss Alps. At the Schluchtensteig the Black Forest shows its wild side. One thing is certain, you can’t go wrong with any of these tours in the Alpine foothills!

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From Munich to Garmisch

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King-Ludwig-Way

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Bavarian Way of St. James, Munich – Füssen

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The Bavarian Alps

Pleasure and cosiness characterise the blue-and-white chequered region in Southern Germany and is also why our hiking guests swarm to Bavaria. Traditional inns, sparkling lakes and impressive mountain panoramas describe pretty well what you can expect on your next hiking holiday in southern Germany. Hike from Lake Königssee to Lake Chiemsee, from the Königssee to the Bergreich of the Hochkönig in the Bavarian & Salzburg Alps or on the Salzalpensteig 1 from the Chiemsee to the Königssee. You’ll also find lush alpine meadows on the trip to Bavaria’s Alps & Lakes. Our Salzalpensteig 2 will impress you with its cross-border trails. You will get a taste of the mountain breeze around the Zugspitze and from Garmisch to Innsbruck on the Tyrolean Trail.

  • All information about the walking tours around the Bavarian Alps is here.
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From Lake Königssee to Lake Chiemsee

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Bavarian Alps & Lakes

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Around Zugspitze

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Hiking in Central Germany

Hiking on the Rheinsteig Trail

Hiking tours in Central Germany

Germany’s centre makes the hearts of hiking fans beat faster: picturesque landscapes and culturally interesting cities alternate and offer visitors and interesting hiking holiday programme. Enjoy the spirit of bygone days when hiking on the Rheinsteig trail from Mainz to Coblenz in the legendary region. Or let yourself be inspired by the fantastic views on the quality hiking routes on the Moselsteig: Moselle & Eifel Trail, 8 days. The Rennsteig leads you along the tour Rennsteig, 11 days through unspoiled nature, surrounded by the waters of the rivers. On the popular Malerweg you can explore on the Painter walking tour, 7 days Saxon Switzerland, which inspired the world-famous painters to create their most beautiful work. Hike on the tracks of Snow White through the ‚Räuberland‘ on our walking holiday Magical Spessart, 8 days.

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Rheinsteig Trail, Mainz – Koblenz

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Magical Spessart

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Moselle and Eifel Trail

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Rennsteig Trail, Eisenach – Neuhaus

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Painter walking tour

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Hiking in Northern Germany

View on a field of poppies along the hiking trail on the island of Rügen

The north of Germany

A landscape could hardly be more diverse! The north of Germany shines not only with its long, white, sandy beaches. Hike through dense forests to rugged cliffs and spend the evening strolling on waterfront promenades. With Eurohike you can explore the famous Baltic pearl – on the journey Wonderful Walks Rugia and take beautiful snapshots of lonely lighthouses and the impressive chalk coast along the way. Or would you like to explore the famous seaside resorts with sand in your hiking shoes and the sea breeze in your hair? Then we recommend the Mecklenburger Fischland to you. Immerse yourself in the maritime lifestyle!

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Wonderful Walks Rugia

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Mecklenburg’s Fischland

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Walking holidays for families in Germany

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Family walking holidays in Germany

Germany offers both for kids and adults the perfect conditions for a wonderful walking holiday. On the walking holiday Bavaria for families, 7 days or the hiking holiday Best of Moselsteig for families, 8 days it is guaranteed that families experience not only family-friendly routes and tour-guidance, but also an unforgettable walking holiday for the entire family.

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Bavaria for families

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Best of Moselsteig for families

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Questions and answers about hiking holidays in Germany

The diverse hiking regions in Germany offer from spring to autumn a wonderful active experience in the soothing nature.

Whether in Southern Germany, Central Germany or in the hiking regions in Northern Germany – the multifaceted hiking paths in Germany offer a wonderful variety and lots of hiking moments to enjoy.

Many of our hiking tours in Germany are also ideal for hiking with a dog. The route of these active tours is guaranteed dog-friendly and the hotels and accommodations are paw-friendly as well.

There are a total of 51 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the hiking country Germany. Ten of these are cross-border or transnational. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites include for example the Cologne Cathedral, the park and the Sanssouci Palace, the Pergamon Museum and the Porta Nigra.

Germany offers plenty of culinary delicacies and specialties that should not be missed during your hiking holiday. Whether a Bavarian Weißwurst (white sausage) with pretzels, Thuringian bratwurst, Swabian dumplings, Königsberger Klopse, a herring fillet with boiled potatoes or cheese specialties from the Allgäu – there will be loads of culinary enjoyment when hiking in Germany.

When hiking in Germany you will discover the most beautiful places and regions by foot. Explore the Altmühltal, the beautiful region around the Zugspitze or the wonderful hiking paths in Central Germany such as the Rheinsteig Trail or the Moselsteig Trail at your own pace. Numerous cultural and culinary highlights await you along the route.

Morning mood on the hiking trails in Spessart

Hiking holidays with luggage transfer in Germany

A colourful variety as far as the eye can see - this and much more awaits our hiking guests on the multi-faceted hiking tours in Germany. With our Eurohike Wanderplus you will always be perfectly looked after and thanks to the detailed travel documents you will always be on the right path. Our Eurohike travel specialists use a lot of expertise and know-how to ensure that your hiking tour becomes a perfect active experience in the fresh air. From the warm advice before your trip, the personal support on-site during your hiking holiday, the detailed travel documents, the cozy hotels and inviting accommodation, as well as the reliable luggage transfer - all these services are part of your booked hiking tour with Eurohike. You can also reach our team on the service-hotline during your tour.

Julia Winklhofer
I look forward to plan your walking holidays in Germany!
Julia Winklhofer, Team leader Eurohike
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