The best mountain hikes around Östliche Chiemgauer Alpen

Not far from the Hörndlwand is the Brander Alm. At 1,135 meters, it serves everyone who fancies a cozy stop during the alpine season. In addition to regional specialties, Kaiserschmarrn, homemade cake, and various snacks, cheese and quark from our own production are on the menu.

Even from afar, the rock tooth of the Hörndlwand can be recognized between Ruhpolding and Reit im Winkl. Besides the Kampenwand, it is probably one of the most rugged in the Chiemgau Alps. To the north, the summit drops off for around two hundred meters – a paradise for climbers. The plateau of the summit area at 1,684 meters bears three crosses. The ascent requires sure-footedness and a head for heights.

At the summit of Kleiner Kienbergl, there is not much more space than for a narrow bench. The view, however, reaches all the further. Below you, the Inzell basin spreads out, framed by Sulzbergschneid and Teisenbergkopf – below is the town, the valley of the Rote Traun, and the picturesque mountain landscape of the Chiemgau.

One kilometer that packs a punch! Above Zwing, the Brennasteig (trail number 28) branches off from the forest path and then winds its way up the south slope of the Inzeller Kienberg. The path leads over stock and stone. Stairs made of roots lead up to the summit. You should pay attention to your footing, not just when it's wet. You will be rewarded with a fantastic view of the Inzell valley basin.

The Kleine Kienbergl is the lower neighbor of the Große Kienbergl and offers a shorter, slightly easier tour. The path mostly runs over well-trodden forest and meadow trails, leading to the summit with a moderate incline. The view is less spectacular than from the Große Kienbergl, but the tour is well-suited as a shorter half-day hike. Difficulty: The ascent can be classified as easy to moderately difficult. Basic fitness and sure-footedness are recommended, but there are hardly any difficult or exposed passages. Families with experienced hiking children can manage the tour well. Weather conditions: The Kleine Kienbergl should preferably be climbed in stable and dry weather. After rainfall, the forest paths can become slippery, and in fog, orientation in the upper area is somewhat difficult due to partly sparse markings. Strong wind plays a lesser role here, as the summit area is less exposed.

The Kleine Kienbergl is the lower neighbor of the Große Kienbergl and offers a shorter, somewhat easier tour. The path mostly runs over well-trodden forest and meadow trails, which lead to the summit with a moderate incline. The view is less spectacular than from the Große Kienbergl, but the tour is well suited as a shorter half-day hike. Difficulty: The ascent is to be classified as easy to moderately difficult. Basic fitness and surefootedness are recommended, but there are hardly any difficult or exposed sections. Families with experienced hiking children can manage the tour well. Weather conditions: The Kleine Kienbergl should preferably be climbed in stable and dry weather. After rainfall, the forest paths can become slippery, and in fog, orientation in the upper area is somewhat difficult, as the markings are sometimes sparse. Strong wind plays a lesser role here, as the summit area is less exposed.

A typical Alpine lake with crystal clear water

Located directly at the Seehaus