Winter hiking in Berchtesgaden

Hibernation is for marmots

The landscape rests, wrapped in a blanket of white—quiet, radiant, and almost surreal. Lakes turn into shimmering sheets of ice, the air is crisp and crystal clear. And the Berchtesgaden mountains? Just as captivating in winter as they are in summer. On a winter hike, you experience them at a gentler pace—relaxed, immersive, and still active.

In fact, many routes reveal their true magic this time of year. Well-maintained, cleared paths lead you through snow-covered scenery, opening up new perspectives with every step. Whether you set out on your own or join a guided small group, you decide how you experience winter.

Looking for inspiration? Here are our favorite winter hikes in Berchtesgaden.

Nature, antlers, and tranquility

A winter day in the Klausbach valley turns your walk into a truly immersive nature experience. Wander through glittering ice landscapes, framed by the peaks of Hochkalter and Reiter Alm, all the way to the wildlife feeding area in the heart of Berchtesgaden National Park.

Hike to the wildlife feeding area

Winter in Berchtesgaden

More winter activities

  • Skiing

    Discover skiing in Berchtesgaden with panoramic slopes, family-friendly resorts and winter fun at Jenner, Rossfeld and Götschen in the Bavarian Alps.

  • Sledding & tobogganing

    Experience sledding in Berchtesgaden with scenic winter trails, family-friendly toboggan runs and snowy adventures on Hirscheckblitz and Jennerhex.

  • Snowshoeing

    Experience snowshoeing in Berchtesgaden through untouched winter landscapes, silent forests and alpine trails near Watzmann and Berchtesgaden National Park.

  • Ski touring

    Discover ski touring in Berchtesgaden with untouched powder slopes, panoramic alpine routes and winter adventures near Jenner, Watzmann, and Berchtesgaden National Park.