Cross the alps on your feet as you trek from Germany to Austria’s Carinthia.
Alpine pastures, peaceful natural landscapes, idyllic lake regions and the most beautiful hiking paths – this and much more awaits you on this ten-day mountain hiking tour from Lake Königssee to Lake Wörthersee.
Along the entire route you will savour the hiking moments and wonderful impressions experienced and to enjoy the typical culinary delicacies of the two countries. Experience what is probably the most comfortable form of active time-out on a hiking holiday with luggage transfer.
Starting from Schönau am Königssee, you set off on an impressive Alpine crossing that offers a varied symphony of nature and mountain enjoyment. This cross-border mountain hiking tour between Germany and Austria takes you through the Berchtesgaden National Park, through the Steinberge mountains, into the Pinzgau region in Salzburger Land, to the Hochkönig mountain massif, into the Gastein Valley and up to the impressive Hohe Tauern Mountain range. Then you march along an old pass crossing into Carinthia. There you hike the wonderful hiking trails between the Mölltal, Obervellach, Döbriach, Feld am See and Villach. The magnificent lake panoramas are your companions in the hiking paradise of Carinthia.
This is a great hiking tour for enthusiasts loving idyllic alps, deep gorges and green-blue lakes all situated in high alpine surroundings.
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Lake Königssee to Lake Wörthersee Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival to Königssee/Berchtesgaden
Through the romantic ‘Zauberwald‘-forest to Lake Hintersee with its idyllic location. Surrounded by steep towering rockfaces you venture deeper and deeper into the Berchtesgaden national park, a very special ‚gem of nature‘. Across the border to Austria, where you descend on the alp-adventure path towards the valley, past the roaring waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm-ravine all the way to Weißbach.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Königssee/Berchtesgaden
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Königssee/Berchtesgaden to Weißbach
Through the romantic ‘Zauberwald‘-forest to Lake Hintersee with its idyllic location. Surrounded by steep towering rockfaces you venture deeper and deeper into the Berchtesgaden national park, a very special ‚gem of nature‘. Across the border to Austria, where you descend on the alp-adventure path towards the valley, past the roaring waterfalls of the Seisenbergklamm-ravine all the way to Weißbach.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Weißbach
Distance: 5.5 hours, 18km, 500m of ascent, 500m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Weißbach to Dienten am Hochkönig
In the morning, a short transfer to Maria Alm. From there you ascend to the Pinzgauer Grasberge-mountains, where a stupendous high-altitude hiking tour awaits: extensive alpine landscapes, quaint wooden huts and numerous peaks promise a picture-perfect hiking day. The quaint mountain village of Dienten situated at the foot of the majestic Mount Hochkönig is today’s Day Finish.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Dienten am Hochkönig
Distance: 5 hours, 13km, 800m of ascent, 750m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Dienten am Hochkönig to Bad Gastein
Today you hike through the renowned Gasteinertal-valley. Framed by stunning mountain scenery you are headed south along the gently babbling river with the impressive Hohe Tauern-massif always in plain view. Along the Gasteiner-high-altitude path you hike across deep gorges and via diverse promenade-paths reach the thermal springs of the historic spa resort Bad Gastein.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bad Gastein
Distance: 5 hours, 15km, 750m, 600m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Bad Gastein to Mallnitz
Today is the queen’s stage – the most challenging day of the entire trip. As part of your crossing of the Alps it will make your hearts leap for joy: along an ancient bridle path, which has connected the affluent state of Salzburg with the sunny Carinthia for centuries, you will step by step discover the Hohe Tauern-national park on foot. Through unique mountain scenery you get higher and higher up to the ‘Mallnitzer Tauern‘-pass crossing located at an altitude of 2450m. Enjoy a break in the quaint hut ‘Hagener Hütte‘ before you start your descent to Mallnitz whilst still besotted by the numerous giant peaks.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mallnitz
Distance: 6 hours, 17km, 850m of ascent, 1,200m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Mallnitz to Obervellach
Having arrived in an incredible mountain world you proceed through the Seebachtal-valley around Lake Stappitzer See, towering above you are the shimmering glaciers of Mount Ankogel. Today there are several gorges to be tackled via spectacular via ferratas and across roaring waterfalls the rushing water accompanies you all the way into the Mölltal-valley with its picturesque location, where the little national park community of Obervellach – a climatic health-resort - promises pristine recuperation.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Obervellach
Distance: 4.5hours, 18km, 150m of ascent, 650m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Obervellach to Döbriach am Millstätter See
A short bus ride headed south through the tranquil Mölltal-valley to Spittal an der Drau. The Way of St. James leads you uphill to Mount Wolfsberg, across the Millstätter-mountain ridge and past the Lake Egelsee nature reserve you proceed blissfully to the deep blue waters of Lake Millstätter See. Then always along the lakeside into today’s Day Finish, the holiday and lakeside resort Döbriach.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Döbriach am Millstätter See
Distance: 5.5hours, 19km, 400m of ascent, 400m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Döbriach am Millstätter See to Feld am See
The hiking paradise of the Nockberge-mountains is calling: You head straight for the viewpoint ‘Sternenbalkon‘, probably the best spot for a view across the lake and into the snowy high Alps. As an option today you might want to tackle the peak of the legendary world mountain Mirnock or simply enjoy a leisurely walk all around it. Mystic places of power, numerous springs and garnet-rock characterize the scenery. Once you arrive in Feld am See, a swim in the cool waters of the idyllic Lake Brennsee beckons.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Feld am See
Distance: 5hours, 12km, 600m of ascent, 450m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Feld am See to Villach
Via the lakeside path of Lake Ossiacher See through the nature reserve ‘Bleistätter Moor‘, before the final ascent across the ‚little Tauern‘-mountain awaits, before you get to see the promising flash of turquoise of Lake Wörthersees in the distance. Soon you have done it: Enjoy the view onto the lake whilst walking along the lakeside promenade of the chic holiday resort of Velden. Public transport to sunny Villach.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Villach
Distance: 5.5hours, 19km, 550m of ascent, 650m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Departure
Today is the last day of your epic trekking tour, and you must sadly end it and depart Villach today!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Lake Königssee to Lake Wörthersee Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need.
2025 Departures:
The departures are available every Thursday and Saturday, from June 7th to September 13th, 2025.
- Single room: from $1,625 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,275 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.
Book NowAccommodation on From Lake Königssee to Lake Wörthersee Tour
This tour is based in hotels and guesthouses. Hotels on this trip are mainly 2-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel Brandtnerhof in Königssee/Berchtesgaden
Enjoy your stay in a typical inn in the alpine region of Germany.
Hotel Seisenbergklamm in Weißbach
Landgasthof Seisenbergklamm is located in Weißbach bei Lofer, a 12-minute drive from the centre of Lofer and Saalfelden, offering an a la carte restaurant with regional and Austrian specialities.
Hotel Hochkönig in Dienten am Hochkoenig
Good sized, well furnished rooms, great restaurant and beautiful views – this hotel is a great option for your stay in Dienten.
Lindenhof in Bad Gastein
Enjoy your stay in a boutique hotel in the heart of Bad Gastein. Great service and well-equipped rooms will make your stay very comfortable.
Kärntnerhof in Mallnitz
Located in Mallnitz, Hotel Kärntnerhof offers a Finnish sauna, steam shower and infrared cabin, as well a games room, a children's playground, covered parking for motorbikes, and free WiFi access.
Erlebnishotel Mölltal in Obervellach ★★★
This hillside hotel invites guests to relax in laid-back rooms and to enjoy the use of a cozy restaurant, bar and terrace.
Haus Kärnten in Döbriach am Millstätter See
Haus Kärnten is 200 metres from the centre of Döbriach and 900 metres from the shore of Lake Millstatt. It offers free WiFi, a fitness room, and a garden with deck chairs.
Lindenhof in Feld am See ★★★★
This beautiful hotel has all the amenities standard to 4-star hotels, as well as an access to private beach!
Hotel Mosser in Villach ★★★★
This charming 4-Star hotel offers a combination of culture, tradition, and modern elements, making it a great option for a pleasant stay in the Villach area.
What’s Included in the Lake Königssee to Lake Wörthersee Tour?
Meals
9 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 9 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes transfers, as well as luggage transfers.
Also Included
- Carefully elaborated route description
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- Service hotline
- Welcome briefing
- Entrance fee Groppensteinschlucht
Not included
- Getting to and from trailhead tour ending location
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Return back to Schönau/Königssee
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