Aiplspitz, Mountain in Fischbachau, Germany

Aiplspitz is a 1,759 m high mountain in the Rotwand group east of the Spitzingsee in the Bavarian Prealps. It consists of Plattenkalk, and its east and north slopes show marked cirques, for which it is designated a geotope (Geotop-Nummer 182R003).

The mountain was shaped by glacial erosion, which carved out its cirques and gave the peak its current form. It was later recognized as a geotope in the Miesbach district, marking it as a place of geological interest worth protecting.

The name Aiplspitz derives from the Geitauer Alpl, called Aibl in local dialect; older maps and route reports also use Eibelspitz or Alplspitz. Locals in the Leitzachtal valley mostly say "die Aiplspitz", the feminine form, while maps also give Aiplspitze. The summit is climbed from all four directions, including routes from Geitau via the Geitauer Alpl and the north ridge.

The main trail to the summit starts from Aurach and suits hikers with some mountain experience, while the north ridge involves hands-on climbing and is better left to those comfortable on exposed terrain. An early start is a good idea, as afternoon weather in the Prealps can change quickly.

The Aiplspitz holds official geotope status, meaning its rock formations and glacial features are recognized as protected evidence of Earth's geological past. This classification is uncommon for a hiking summit of this scale and makes it a rare case where geology and mountain access meet in one place.