Almbachklamm Berchtesgaden in the surroundings of Munich.

City walks and hikes in the Munich surrounding area

Hiking in and around Munich

When it comes to hiking, the city boundaries are fluid, stretching from Munich to the Alps. No wonder: there are countless opportunities for hiking in and near Munich. On a city walk in Munich you will discover the most beautiful squares and sights as well as Munich's unknown corners full of culture and nature, with green parks and magnificent boulevards, peppered with outstanding architecture and history. But it's also worth leaving the city air behind and planning a leisurely hike just outside Munich: the mountains and lakes near Munich are worth a trip at any time of year. Here we present the most beautiful hiking tours in and around Munich.

Urban & Districts

Monopteros in the Englischer Garten in Munich.

The east-west passage: hiking across Munich

Munich is a village. Right?

Urban & Districts

Three tourists on the Olympia Mountain viewing platform overlooking the park.

The north-south passage: hiking across Munich

A hiking tour through Munich – always towards the sun: from BMW Welt in the north to the lake at Hinterbrühl in the south. In just one day!

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Close-up of a forest and two people in Munich.

Column: a walk in the woods

My friend, the tree

Waldbaden in Munich: Our columnist visits a nature reserve together with a forester.

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Lakes & Mountains

Three wooden jetties at Starnberger See in the Five Lake Region of Munich with the Alps in the background.

Hiking and cycling around Lake Starnberg

You don't have to do anything!

Our author tested three relaxed hiking and cycling tours around Starnberger See and enjoyed them to the full. Highly recommended for imitation!

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Lakes & Mountains

A woman with the Tegernseer chalet in the background at the Bavarian foothills of the Alps in the surrounding region of Munich.

Munich and its mountains

10 mins from the main station

In Munich you can reach mountain tops, Alpine views and creature comforts in no time. Here are a few suggestions.

Lakes & Mountains

Two hiker are on a mountain ridge near Munich.

For latecomer lovers of the mountains

After-work hiking

Getting out into nature quickly: no problem in Munich, even in the afternoon. Five hiking tours for late risers and after-work athletes.

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Lakes & Mountains

Rapids of the Partnachklamm in the Wettersteingebirge at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Hiking guide: Gorges

Amazing gorges to behold!

Do you enjoy shaded walks? You prefer to look down on a babbling brook as opposed to the summit destination? Then a gorge walk is just the right thing for you. A few suggestions.

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Lakes & Mountains

View of an alpine hut in front of a mountain panorama in Munich.

Munich's southern reaches

Hiking in wonderland

Barren rocks, wild mountain forests and a fairy-tale castle: The perfect tour for a lonely weekend in Munich's landmark mountains.

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All eyes on culture

Landscape near Kochel am See

Franz Marc & Kochel

The home of ”Der Blaue Reiter“

Our author goes on a hike in search of the places where Franz Marc found his inspiration – and finds a magical place.

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Lakes & Mountains

Osterseen in the hinterland of Munich.

Hiking guide: Bavarian lakes

Hike with bathing opportunities

A day by the lake or a trip through the mountains? Why not both? Some ideas for everyone who does not want to choose.

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A wooden hut for storing firewood on a meadow in the mountains.

Exclusive tour "simply into the mountains"

This day trip takes you and your family, friends or company on a private and individual trip to the Bavarian Alps!

Book now from 449 €!

Towers of the Frauenkirche in Munich taken from the air.

Frauenkirche: Visit of the South Tower

Book a visit to the observation deck of Munich's Frauenkirche and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city.

Book now for 7,50 €!

Book a visit to the observation deck of Munich's Frauenkirche and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city.

The Oktoberfest posters 2022 and 2021 and the Oktoberfest mug 2022 on a wooden wall

Buy now in the shop

Oktoberfest posters available here

Bring a piece of Oktoberfest home: The official Oktoberfest poster 2023 is available in our shop.

Bring a piece of Oktoberfest home: The official Oktoberfest poster 2023 is available in our shop.

Schloss Neuschwanstein with lake in the background in the Munich environs.

Dream castles Neuschwanstein & Linderhof

Immerse yourself in the world of the fairytale king!

Book now for 64 €!

Immerse yourself in the world of the fairytale king!

Courtyard of the Neues Rathaus in Munich.

Visit of the New Town Hall Tower

Discover Munich's highlights from a very special perspective after just a few seconds in the lift!

Book now for 6,50 €!

Discover Munich's highlights from a very special perspective after just a few seconds in the lift!

Small meeting room of the Neues Rathaus in Munich

New Town Hall Tour

Explore the Neue Rathaus on Marienplatz with an official City of Munich tour guide. A visit of the famous law library is also included!

Book now from 20 €

Explore the Neue Rathaus on Marienplatz with an official tour guide. A visit of the famous law library is also included!

Magistrates, Monachia and magnificent celebrations: explore the Neue Rathaus on Marienplatz with an official City of Munich tour guide. A visit of the famous law library is also included!

Law library in the new city hall in Munich.

Law Library Tour: Juristische Bibliothek

Impressive architecture and unique ambience: discover the Law Library in the New Town Hall.

Book now from 6,50 €

Impressive architecture and unique ambience: discover the Law Library in the New Town Hall.

Several pedicaps with guests in the Englischer Garten (park).

Pedicab tour through the old town and nature

Enjoy this special tour and pedicap ride past all the famous sights of Munich's old town and into the Englischer Garten.

Book now for 120 €!

Enjoy this special tour and pedicap ride past all the famous sights of Munich's old town and into the Englischer Garten.

Exterior view of the Hofbräuhaus Munich at dusk.

Hofbräuhaus Tour

Discover the most famous beer hall in the world with an official guide of the city of Munich and enjoy a fresh Mass of beer afterward!

Book for 28€, Mass beer included!

Discover the most famous beer hall in the world with an official guide of the city of Munich and enjoy a fresh Mass of beer afterward!

Discover the most famous beer hall in the world with an official guide of the city of Munich and enjoy a fresh Mass of beer afterward!

Towers and Alps in Munich

City trip incl. Munich Card and Tower Ascent

We look forward to seeing you again in Munich. Our tip: the exclusive travel package with Munich Card and Tower Ascent.

3 days from 218 € for 2 pers.

We look forward to seeing you again in Munich. Our tip: the exclusive travel package with Munich Card and Tower Ascent.

Towers at Marienplatz in Munich

Old Town Tour

The city walk for everyone who wants to become acquainted with the most beautiful parts of Munich's city centre.

Book now for 18 €!

The city walk for everyone who wants to become acquainted with the most beautiful parts of Munich's city centre.

A man drives his rickshaw and guests through the Olympic Park in Munich.

Pedicab Tour S Olympiapark

Our guide pedals you between the green hills of the Olympic Park and along the Olympic Lake from sports venue to sports venue. The perfect exploration tour!

Book now for only 95 €!

Our guide pedals you between the green hills of the Olympic Park and along the Olympic Lake from sports venue to sports venue. The perfect exploration tour!

Wort kettle at the Spaten brewery in Munich.

Spaten Brewery Tour

Experience a brewery tour at Spaten with a look behind the scenes, interesting facts about the company history and beer tasting in the brewery tower.

Book now for only 22 €!

Experience a brewery tour at Spaten with a look behind the scenes, interesting facts about the company history and beer tasting in the brewery tower.

Vouchers

Buy now vouchers for your visit in Munich. The ideal gift! Guided tours, guest cards and more...

Buy vouchers from 6,50 €

Buy now vouchers for your visit in Munich. The ideal gift! Guided tours, guest cards and more...

Panoramic view of the Neues Rathaus in Munich with the Frauenkirche in the background.

Visit of the New Town Hall Balcony

Join us on the famous balcony of the New Town Hall, where FC Bayern has celebrated a triumph many times - and enjoy the beautiful view over Marienplatz.

Book now for only 6,50 €!

Join us on the famous balcony of the New Town Hall, where FC Bayern has celebrated a triumph many times - and enjoy the beautiful view over Marienplatz.

Alter Peter, Frauenkirche and Neues Rathaus: the Munich skyline in the evening light.

Private guided tour through Munich's Old Town

Exclusive and safe: Discover the most beautiful sights and corners of Munich's city centre with your official personal guide.

Now for only 150 €!

Exclusive and safe: Discover the most beautiful sights and corners of Munich's city centre with your official personal guide.

A woman in the exhibition "Der Blaue Reiter" in the Lenbachhaus in Munich

Discovery trip incl. City Pass

Two nights in a selected hotel and free admission to 45 museums and attractions: our travel package for explorers!

3 days from 313 € for 2 Pers.

Two nights in a selected hotel and free admission to 45 museums and attractions: our travel package for explorers!

München Card und München Pass

Munich Card & City Pass

Discover Munich in a relaxed and uncomplicated way: discounts for the diverse range of art, culture and leisure activities with our guest cards.

Book now from 5,90 Euro

Free Public transport

Reduced or included!

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Public transport is included

Many discounts with the Card, many things for free with the Pass.

Online or at the tourist information offices

Minna Thiel, a discarded locomotive in Munich in front of the University of Television and Film

Urban & Districts

Hood love Munich

Munich's districts are diverse, contrasting and worth exploring. Immerse yourself!

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Guided Tours

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City Tours

Berge auf grünen Hintergrund.

Excursions

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Travel Packages

Travel Packages

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Accomodation

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Vouchers

Give the gift of a special Munich voucher: we also offer vouchers for all our guided tours. Here you can book unique Munich experiences directly online, print them out and give them as a gift voucher to friends or family.

Buy vouchers from 6,50 €

Give the gift of a special Munich voucher: we also offer vouchers for all our guided tours. Here you can book unique Munich experiences directly online, print them out and give them as a gift voucher to friends or family.

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