Großer Hundstod, Mountain summit in Berchtesgaden Alps, Germany and Austria

Großer Hundstod is a 2,593-metre rocky summit on the Bavaria–Salzburg border, the highest German point in the Steinernes Meer. Its south flank drops steeply to the Dießbach Reservoir above the Saalach, while the north side falls toward the Wimbachtal. About 0.7 km southwest lies the 2,263-metre Kleiner Hundstod, separated by the 2,210-metre Hundstodscharte.

The first documented ascent was in 1825 by Peter Karl Thurwieser with J. Ebser; Joseph Kyselak claimed a climb the same year, though his one-hour ascent time is doubted. Thurwieser returned in 1828 or 1830. Later climbers included botanist Anton von Spitzel around 1840, Karl Hofmann and Josef Grafl through the north flank in 1867, and Cardinal Julius Döpfner around 1949–50.

The mountain hut keepers at Ingolstädter Haus maintain traditional hospitality practices, serving visitors with homemade meals and locally sourced refreshments throughout the hiking season. This continuation of alpine customs shapes the experience for everyone who visits the area.

Ingolstädter Haus lies below the summit and provides lodging and meals for hikers during summer months. Visitors should expect rugged terrain and bring appropriate gear along with sturdy footwear for the climb.

The summit offers views across both the German and Austrian sides of the border, making it a special place for cross-border hiking. On clear days visitors can see multiple neighboring mountain ranges stretching far across the valleys.