Eschenlohe, a region in the Loisach Valley at the foot of the Bavarian Alps, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by its tranquil river valleys, expansive moorlands, and dramatic gorges carved by rivers like the Eschenlaine. Surrounded by the Ester, Ammer, and Wetterstein mountain chains, Eschenlohe provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Eschenlohe provides a wide array of outdoor…
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4.8
(76)
347
hikers
7.14km
02:01
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(48)
210
hikers
15.2km
03:56
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(16)
87
hikers
9.98km
04:47
710m
710m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(25)
101
hikers
9.25km
02:37
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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429
riders
47.3km
04:09
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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377
riders
34.3km
04:01
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.2
(24)
132
riders
36.2km
03:18
880m
880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

2.6
(9)
71
riders
32.3km
03:32
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.9
(32)
369
hikers
8.78km
03:57
620m
620m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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157
hikers
14.3km
07:16
1,260m
1,260m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
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44
hikers
16.4km
06:42
990m
990m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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25
hikers
13.5km
07:33
1,240m
1,240m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
(6)
180
riders
64.2km
02:46
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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278
riders
68.4km
02:54
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.9
(15)
84
riders
27.1km
01:19
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(3)
63
riders
60.5km
02:39
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
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630
riders
50.5km
03:59
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.9
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114
riders
24.0km
02:17
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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93
riders
30.2km
03:25
1,050m
1,050m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(5)
83
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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116
runners
7.20km
01:29
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
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84
runners
21.3km
03:13
910m
910m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
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91
runners
14.1km
01:36
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(5)
51
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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102
riders
51.2km
03:09
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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52
riders
53.7km
03:56
1,110m
1,110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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170
riders
64.4km
03:30
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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68
riders
44.8km
02:32
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Eschenlohe offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountaineering, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features more than 200 routes across these sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars from users.
Eschenlohe provides hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Options range from gentle paths through the Murnau Moor to more challenging routes. Gorges like the Hüttlebach Gorge offer quiet paths suitable for families.
Popular hiking destinations in Eschenlohe include extended hikes into the Eschenlainetal, to Osterfeuerköpfle, or Heldenkreuz. The Schleifmühl Gorge and Hüttlebach Gorge also offer notable hiking experiences. More information can be found in the Hiking around Eschenlohe guide.
The Eschenlohe/Ohlstadt Area offers a variety of mountain biking trails, from easy to challenging. Popular trails include Lower Heimgarten EZ, Osterfeuerkopf, and Bärenfleck. These trails wind through forest terrain with diverse sections, some featuring roots, rocks, and switchbacks. Consult the MTB Trails around Eschenlohe guide for details.
Eschenlohe is well-suited for both touring and road cycling, with moderate bike rides through the alpine landscape. The tranquil village setting provides a picturesque backdrop for cyclists. Guides like Cycling around Eschenlohe and Road Cycling Routes around Eschenlohe offer more information.
Eschenlohe is known for its diverse natural beauty, including dramatic gorges, waterfalls, and valleys. Notable features include the Hüttlebach Gorge, Schleifmühl Gorge, and the rugged Asamklamm Gorge. The Finz Valley and the expansive Murnau Moor also offer unique natural trails.
Several lakes are located near Eschenlohe, providing additional natural attractions. These include Staffelsee, Walchensee, and Kochelsee. These lakes offer opportunities for recreation in the surrounding area.
Eschenlohe is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 67,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars, based on over 7,500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Eschenlohe, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Eschenlohe, MTB Trails around Eschenlohe, and Cycling around Eschenlohe. There are also guides for mountaineering, jogging, and gravel biking.
The official website for the municipality of Eschenlohe is www.eschenlohe.de. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the municipality (Rathaus) is +49 8824 221.
Trails in Eschenlohe feature diverse terrain, including forest paths, open meadows, and sections with roots and rocks, particularly on mountain biking routes. Gorges often have narrow paths with railings or wooden walkways. The region is situated in the Loisach Valley at the foot of the Bavarian Alps.

