Durch die Höllentalklamm zur Höllentalangerhütte und zurück
Durch die Höllentalklamm zur Höllentalangerhütte und zurück
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Durch die Höllentalklamm zur Höllentalangerhütte und zurück
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11.8km
630m
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Embark on a moderate 7.3-mile (11.8 km) hike through the dramatic Höllentalklamm, also known as Hell Valley Gorge, a journey that takes around 4 hours and 43 minutes to complete. You will experience a significant elevation gain of 2061 feet (628 metres) as you navigate well-maintained walkways, wooden bridges, and rocky steps, with paths etched into the gorge walls. The Hammersbach river roars through deep ravines, creating numerous waterfalls and showcasing magnificent turquoise waters. You will pass through electrically lit tunnels and along narrow cliffside ledges, offering a constantly changing and adventurous landscape. After exiting the gorge, the path opens up to reveal panoramic views of the Wetterstein mountains, including the towering Zugspitze, Waxensteine, and Riffelwände, especially as you approach the Höllentalangerhütte.
This trail is generally considered medium-difficult, requiring good fitness and sure-footedness. Sturdy, non-slip hiking shoes are essential, as sections within the Höllentalklamm can be wet and slippery, especially after rain. The initial approach from Hammersbach is an easy gravel path, but the gorge itself involves rocky steps and narrow ledges. While not technically difficult, it is less suitable for families with small children under six years old. The cool, moist climate within the gorge offers a refreshing experience, particularly on hot summer days.
The Höllentalklamm offers an immersive and thrilling journey, characterized by its rugged passages and unique tunnels carved into the rock. The Höllentalangerhütte, a modern mountain hut renovated in 2015, provides food, drinks, and overnight stays in a fantastic location. This hut also serves as a crucial base for more challenging alpine climbs, including the famous Höllentalroute to Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain. The trail provides breathtaking views of the surrounding Bavarian Alps, culminating in the panoramic vistas from the hut.
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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3.49 km
Höllental Entrance Hut and Museum
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Höllental Gorge
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In the snow-free period, around mid-May to the end of October, the gorge is open 24 hours a day. Please don't forget to bring appropriate clothing, as it is quite humid in the gorge and even in summer the temperatures are sometimes cool. The Höllentalangerhütte at an altitude of 1,387 meters invites you to stop off afterwards. You can also stay overnight here. There are drying rooms for clothes if it gets too wet. From the Höllentalangerhütte, further climbs are possible, for example to the Alpspitze, the Matheisenkar or even to the Zugspitze. Information at: grainau.de/hoellentalklamm.
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Mariensprung Karst Spring and Waterfall
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Höllentalanger Hut
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In total there are 106 beds available. The hut of the DAV is the ideal starting point to climb the Zugspitze from its challenging side via the famous Höllentalroute.
The original Höllentalanger hut had to be demolished in 2013, as it no longer met today's requirements for fire protection, workplace guidelines or the hygienic requirements of food law. In their place, the new Höllentalangerhütte was built in 2014-15.
For more information, please visit: davplus.de/hoellentalangerhuette
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6.63 km
4.03 km
845 m
302 m
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5.91 km
2.73 km
2.00 km
653 m
495 m
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The Eibsee somehow sneaked in between. I visited it after the gorge.
Today the Höllentalklamm was on the list and what can I say, breathtaking... I'm lost for words👍👍😊
Höllentalklamm hike to the hut. It's all uphill... this gorge is very impressive, but it does require a lot of strength and concentration. The P2 parking lot is ridiculous 😡. It costs €14.95. Still, it's an experience I wouldn't want to miss.
Preliminary route corrections: Elevation gain/loss: 770. Tour length: 14 km. A very beautiful, worthwhile tour through the Höllentalklamm and then to the Anger Hütte. A fantastic atmosphere in the gorge...breathtaking! And just before the alpine pasture, you have a magnificent view of the Zugspitze 👍. Once you reach the top, you can reward yourself without regrets 😂. In our case, it was with a Kaiserschmarrn (sweet pancake) and a cold drink 🍻. The correction is because Komoot couldn't handle the gorge (2700 meters of elevation gain and 18.7 km 🤔) and I started my Garmin too late. Luckily, Kerstin was with me 😂
Thanks Tanja for the idea and the fun, wet, and happy gourmet day 🤗😘 Tour by @KISS 👇 https://www.komoot.de/tour/2578832099?ref=atd Start: Grainau 🅿️ 12 hours €13.- A short stretch of road before turning right onto the hiking trail for about an hour. to the entrance to the... Höllentalklamm - Zugspitzdorf Grainau https://share.google/FzkZjApPmDYzDdSg1 Admission: €7.- Adults, DAV members €3.50 There's a small museum at the beginning I'm thrilled with this mega gorge 🌊 Wild water, narrow rocky ravines, even more spectacular, through tunnels, bridges, stairs, and narrow natural paths about 1 km to the gorge 🌊 end From here, the path continues steadily uphill with a breakfast break ☕️🥪🍉 to the "Höllentalanger Hütte" 🏡 a staffed mountain hut 🛏 of the Munich section of the German Alpine Association. Höllentalangerhütte Zugspitze Wetterstein Mountains Alpine Association Munich & Oberland - Alpine Association Munich & Oberland https://share.google/hlt9pnEA2lVSd2NRT It's time for lunch 😋🥘 and enjoy the sun 🌞. Back the same way... although I found the descent even more impressive than the ascent. Of course, there's a snack 🥂🥓🧀🥚🫑🍅 for dinner. Ohhhhhhh, now let's pack up and head to the car, really dark storm clouds 🌫 are moving in. Done - dry, yess💪
Very beautiful hike. From Hammersbach, the path goes up a forest path to the entrance of the gorge. The rushing of the stream accompanies the path. The Höllentalklamm is an impressive natural spectacle; the water rushes down from the mountains in small waterfalls. The path continued to the Höllentalangerhütte. Here we took a break with a great mountain panorama.
Be sure to bring rain gear for the gorge, at least a rain poncho, and waterproof shoes are essential. It's a very impressive gorge with raging waterfalls.
Important- In parts of the Höllenbachklamm it always rains - therefore the ground is slippery in some places and there are also deeper puddles. Ergo -> waterproof footwear (hiking boots) and taking counteracted clothing are necessary!