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Voralpiner Jakobsweg
252.9 km from Hohenpeißenberg to Brannenburg-Degerndorf. Along the way you climb 2,266 m and descend 2,818 m; the highest point is at 983 m. Walking time about 70 h – comfortably done in 13 daily stages.
Elevation profile
Best hiking day this week at the start: Tomorrow – dry, sunny, 9 °C
Along the way
- km 0.0 Hoher Peißenberg Summit · 988 m
- km 0.0 Observationsplatform auf dem Kirchdach Viewpoint
- km 7.2 Süßbauer Kreuz Viewpoint
- km 22.6 Schnabelsberg Summit · 650 m
- km 42.9 Hennenbühl Summit
- km 55.1 Königsdorfer Alm Hut
- km 77.0 Eisenberg Summit · 738 m
- km 97.7 Kreuzberg Summit · 712 m
- km 98.6 Veigelberg Summit · 710 m
- km 135.3 Haschlberg Summit · 470 m
- km 167.5 Chiemseeblick Viewpoint
- km 179.4 Meindl Alm Hut
- km 206.9 Die Alm Hut
- km 222.7 Strailachquelle Spring
Spots up to 300 m from the trail. Please check hut opening times beforehand.
In 13 stages
A suggestion with equal daily stretches – adjust them to accommodation and travel.
Stage ends near Eisenberg
Stage ends near Kreuzberg
Stage ends near Haschlberg
Frequently asked questions
How long is the “Voralpiner Jakobsweg” trail?
About 252.9 km, from Hohenpeißenberg to Brannenburg-Degerndorf. The route is not fully continuous in the map data, so the real length may be a little longer.
How much elevation gain does the “Voralpiner Jakobsweg” trail have?
About 2,266 m of ascent and 2,818 m of descent. The lowest point is at 427 m, the highest at 983 m.
How long does the “Voralpiner Jakobsweg” trail take?
Plan for about 70 h of walking time (using the usual hiking-time rule from distance and elevation), plus breaks. It works well in 13 daily stages.
Can I follow the “Voralpiner Jakobsweg” trail on my phone?
Yes. Open the trail in the hiking map and tap “Follow this trail”. The Waldschatz planner takes over the trail (for long trails a stretch of about 15 km) with weather, navigation and an offline map – free with an account.
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Route: © OpenStreetMap contributors. Elevation and walking time are estimates – signs and closures on site take precedence.