Varied mountain hike with wonderful views of the Chiemgau Alps and the Kaiser Mountains. The German/Austrian border runs over the Kranzhorn summit, which is why the climb is (unusually) rewarded with two peak crosses. The rustic Kranzhornalm is popular with climbers.
Starting from the upper Kranzhorn parking lot, the hike initially follows a gentle, ascending trail through the forest along the mountain. After nearly 3 kilometers, you reach the so-called Kranzhornsteig, where a steep and brisk climb gains significant elevation. Above the Kranzhornalm, the path continues over well-trodden trails up to the summit with its two crosses. From the top, you are rewarded with an impressive view of the rolling Bavarian foothills and the rugged Tyrolean mountains. The descent follows the same route back to the Kranzhornalm.
At the Kranzhorn hut, the Alm operated by Mich and Inge Anker, you’ll find traditional Tyrolean fare, as well as coffee and cake for refreshment. A petting zoo, playground, and “dog bar” ensure a great experience for young guests and four-legged friends alike.
The descent leads directly from the Alm over a gravel forestry and mountain pasture road, initially steeper, then gradually leveling out past the Hintermoar Alm back to the parking lot.
Starting from the upper Kranzhorn parking lot, the hike initially follows a gentle, ascending trail through the forest along the mountain. After nearly 3 kilometers, you reach the so-called Kranzhornsteig, where a steep and brisk climb gains significant elevation. Above the Kranzhornalm, the path continues over well-trodden trails up to the summit with its two crosses. From the top, you are rewarded with an impressive view of the rolling Bavarian foothills and the rugged Tyrolean mountains. The descent follows the same route back to the Kranzhornalm.
At the Kranzhorn hut, the Alm operated by Mich and Inge Anker, you’ll find traditional Tyrolean fare, as well as coffee and cake for refreshment. A petting zoo, playground, and “dog bar” ensure a great experience for young guests and four-legged friends alike.
The descent leads directly from the Alm over a gravel forestry and mountain pasture road, initially steeper, then gradually leveling out past the Hintermoar Alm back to the parking lot.
