Bodenschneid, Mountain peak in Bavaria, Germany.
Bodenschneid is a mountain peak in the Bavarian Prealps that rises between three lakes: Tegernsee, Schliersee, and Spitzingsee. The summit stands at around 1,668 meters and offers views across this distinctive alpine region.
The mountain's documented history centres on the Peißenberg ridge northwest of the summit, where the poacher Georg Jennerwein was shot on 6 November 1877; a memorial plaque marks the spot today. The Bodenschneidhaus, a German Alpine Club hut open all year, stands about 300 m below the highest point on the Rettenbäckalm.
The summit cross, one of Bavaria's largest, carries a book. A memorial plaque on the Peißenberg saddle between Rinnerspitz and Wassspitz marks where the poacher Georg Jennerwein was shot on 6 November 1877. The Bodenschneidhaus below the peak is run by the German Alpine Club and open all year.
Most hikers use chairlifts from Sutten and Spitzing starting at Stümpfling, then follow the southern ridge to the summit, taking about one hour on foot. Sturdy boots and wind-resistant clothing are essential because the ridge is exposed to the elements.
The summit cross, one of the largest in Bavaria, holds a book. A second cross stands on the 1,653 m southeast spur just below the main top. The ridge is treeless at the top, with steep crags falling away to the north.
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