Baumgartenschneid

Baumgartenschneid is a mountain summit in the Bavarian Prealps located east of Lake Tegernsee and reaching approximately 1,400 meters in elevation. Multiple marked hiking routes cross the mountain and connect it to surrounding peaks and valleys in the region.

Mountain paths have connected local communities since early settlement times, serving as traditional routes between the Tegernsee valley and neighboring areas. These historic routes continue to shape how people travel and experience this alpine region today.

The mountain holds a meaningful place in the region's identity and is experienced by hikers as a location where people connect with the landscape and its surroundings. The paths here link visitors to the alpine environment and reflect how this mountain area is lived in and used.

The summit is reachable by a marked trail from Alpbachtal passing through Baumgartenalm, with the climb taking about two hours from the base. Sturdy footwear and plenty of water are important since the route crosses alpine terrain with changing conditions.

Writer Ludwig Thoma had a special connection to Baumgartenschneid and brought attention to it through his literary works about Bavaria. This literary link gives the mountain a particular place in regional cultural memory.

Location: Bavaria

Elevation above the sea: 1,448 m

GPS coordinates: 47.70223,11.81118

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00