Hiking · GERMANY
Good germany hiking tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you are on the trail.
Explore Sylt’s Wadden Sea on a 2-hour guided mudflat hike with local guide Jan Krüger, barefoot in warm weather or in boots when it is cold.
“Der Guide hält alle bei Laune, bei jedem Wetter und kann jede Frage beantworten.”
Review of Freiburg’s Schlossberg wine hike, with five regional wines, panoramic views, practical tips, pricing, and honest advice.
Hike to Eagle’s Nest from Obersalzberg with a small group, WWII history, mountain views, and a guide who knows the hidden ruins.
“Claudio was an excellent guide with vast knowledge of the history surrounding Eagle's Nest , Hitler and the area. The hike was very interesting and had great views. Some of the inclines made it a bit challenging but the views at the top were our reward! Claudio was very attentive to each one in the group and very informative. If you are a World War II buff like my husband and in decent shape, this hike is a must!”
Review of the Dresden hiking tour through Saxon and Bohemian Switzerland, with Bastei Bridge, Pravčická Gate, lunch, transport, and practical tips.
“A wonderful day. Stephan was s great guide. Very knowledgeable and positive attitude . This is a great day trip when visiting Dresden.”
Review of the $5 self-guided Ravenna Gorge hike from Hinterzarten, with waterfalls, mills, chapel, cuckoo clock, route tips, and practical advice.
“Belle petite randonnée de 3-4 heures. Je recommande de la faire en hiver, les paysages sont totalement enneigé et magnifiques, par contre la difficulté est plus élevée. J'ai eu du mal à utiliser l'application, qui se ferme tout le temps. Néanmoins je recommence l'activité.”
Walk an alpaca through the Barnimer Feldmark near Berlin, with gentle animal care, countryside paths, and a relaxed small-group pace.
“Eine Alpakawanderung in der Barnimer Feldmark können wir absolut empfehlen. Schon der Anblick eines Alpakas hat uns ein Lächeln ins Gesicht gezaubert. Ein Spaziergang mit Alpakas entschleunigt. Dadurch, dass man sich ganz auf das Tier uns sein Tempo einlassen musRead more”
Hike Franconian Tuscany from Bamberg, visiting village breweries, tasting local beer, and enjoying private guiding by public transport.
“If you're even remotely interested in beer, a tour with Beer Wanderers is an absolute must. We recently spent a day on the Funf Seidla Steig, and from start to finish, Rich was knowledgeable, funny, and incredibly passionate about German brewing traditions. Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or just along for the ride, you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for the craft—and probably a favorite new brew.”
Explore Ehrwald on a guided Zugspitze snowshoe hike with free gear, mountain views, nature tips, and family-friendly route options.
“Simon was an awesome guide and took us through the amazing hike. The ascend was quite hard especially not having any experience with waking on snow but the view was absolutely amazing and so worth it. 100% would do again”
Taste four wines, ride the Rüdesheim cable car, and hike through German vineyards with a wine guide on this three-hour tour.
“Hätte das Wetter mitgespielt, wäre es perfekt gewesen 😊”
Taste five Stuttgart wines on a scenic, accessible hike with games, snacks, water, and views from the vineyards.
“Sehe schöne Wanderung, über Wein gehört, tolle und abwechslungsreiche Spiele Interessantes 4”
Walk Stuttgart’s vineyards, learn local wine history, enjoy Neckar Valley views, and taste one glass of wine for $30.
Taste regional wines, ride above Rüdesheim, hike through Niederwald, and finish near Drosselgasse on this 3.5-hour German tour.
“Es hat uns einfach alles gefallen,es war einfach perfekt”
Walk an alpaca beside Braunschweig’s Oker River, meet Pepe and friends, and enjoy a relaxed, photo-friendly 90-minute trek.
“Es war im allgemeinen eine sehr schöne Tour vor allem, weil es geschneit hat. Die Tiere sind alle total zutraulich und gut gepflegt + Tourguide Miriam super symphatisch. Aufjedenfall empfehlenswert! 👍🏽”
Cruise from Cochem to Bruttig, hike Moselle vineyards with a winemaker, and enjoy two tastings plus a hearty regional snack.
“I loved the wine selection was amazing, would have liked to see the wine cellar where the wines were prepared.”
Review of Stuttgart’s Kraftpaule beer hike, with five craft beers, vineyard scenery, puzzle tasks, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“The walking route was well chosen and the puzzles were fun and entertaining. I would have liked information about the beers and perhaps also an order in which they should be drunk.”
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