Trail running in Berchtesgaden
Between Watzmann, Königssee, and UntersbergLace up your running shoes, leave the pavement behind, and immerse yourself in the mountains one stride at a time. Trail running in Berchtesgaden means exploring one of Germany’s most spectacular Alpine landscapes on the move. Between Watzmann, Lake Königssee, and Untersberg, countless trails are waiting to be discovered.
If you love trail running, Berchtesgaden has everything that makes the sport so rewarding: varied terrain, challenging climbs, panoramic high-altitude trails, and the spectacular backdrop of the Berchtesgaden Alps. From relaxed runs along alpine pastures and forest roads to demanding alpine routes on narrow mountain trails, the region offers ideal conditions for trail runners of all levels.
With more than 250 kilometers of hiking trails and mountain paths in Berchtesgaden National Park, plus countless other trails throughout the valley, you’ll find an extensive network of potential running routes.
