Hochries

Hochries is a mountain peak in the Chiemgau Alps of Bavaria, crowned with a monumental cross at its summit. The mountain rises prominently above surrounding valleys and offers sweeping views across the Alpine landscape from the top.

The mountain has been used for centuries by Alpine herders and farmers before a summit cross was erected as a landmark. The peak became a well-known hiking destination after modern paths and a cable car system improved access over time.

The monumental cross at the summit serves as a spiritual landmark for the surrounding Alpine communities and draws visitors seeking moments of reflection. Local people regard the peak as a place of faith and contemplation, where the cross stands visible from many valleys below.

A cable car from Grainbach village carries visitors to the summit and makes the mountain accessible to people of all fitness levels. Those who prefer walking can follow well-marked trails of varying difficulty throughout the surrounding area.

On clear days, visitors can see across the border into neighboring Austria from the summit and spot where the national boundary runs. This cross-border view makes the peak a rare vantage point where one can take in two countries at once.

Location: Bavaria

Elevation above the sea: 1,569 m

GPS coordinates: 47.74715,12.24873

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:03