Place:
Scharnitz
:
café
Here you can get a taste of the wild Karwendel air! The Gleirschklamm gorge lies at the beginning of the Karwendel and gives a wonderful foretaste of the wild and untouched nature of the nature park.
Circular hike through the impressive Gleirschklamm gorge near Scharnitz. Although no special alpine skills are required, you should have a basic level of surefootedness. The trail leads along well-secured paths and offers spectacular views of the turquoise water and the surrounding mountain landscape along the way.
Forest roads, woodland paths, and gravel trails.
All current information about the trail closures in the Region Seefeld can be found here.
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Sturdy hiking shoes, functional clothing, a backpack, water, snacks, alpine experience, and sure-footedness are necessary for this tour!
Also recommended: a hiking map or GPS, a first aid kit, sun protection, hiking poles, and an emergency blanket.
The route to Gleirschklamm Gorge begins at the Nature Park Information Centre in Scharnitz and initially follows the paved Hinterautalstraße. Gleirschklamm Gorge is located at the entrance to the Karwendel Nature Park and impresses with its unspoilt, natural character. After around 400 metres, shortly before a house, the route turns onto the Isarsteig trail, following the signs marked “Gleirschklamm via Scharnitzer Alm”.
The Isarsteig is a short forest path offering frequent views of the Isar River. At the end of the trail, the route continues towards Scharnitzer Alm, an ideal spot for a relaxed refreshment break. After a rest, the hike continues.
From Scharnitzer Alm, the trail follows the Nederweg to the entrance of Gleirschklamm Gorge. A narrow path leads through the wild and romantic gorge, offering sure-footed and experienced hikers a truly special nature experience. The trail ends at a forest road, where the route turns right.
The path continues to the Hochwald junction and follows the Hochwaldweg back to Scharnitz. At the end of the Hochwaldweg, the route joins the Kreidegrabenweg, which leads to the Kneipp facility. This is an ideal place for a relaxing break after the hike.
From the Kneipp facility, the route either returns to the starting point via the Isarsteig or alternatively crosses the bridge and follows the paved road back to the Nature Park Information Centre.
By train to Scharnitz train station, then a 10-minute walk to the starting point at the Nature Park Information Center.
All real-time connections can be found in the route planner.
