Walk from the Engalm to the Binsalm
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An easy, short walk leads from the Eng to the Binsalm.

From Eng, there are three paths leading directly to the Binsalm. Once you reach the top, you can enjoy some hearty home-style cooking on the sunny viewing terrace.




 

At a Glance

Elevation loss:283 m
Walking time / ascent:1.25 h

Information

Walking time / descent:1 h
Starting point:Car Park P10 Hinterriß-Eng
Finishing point:Binsalm
Directions:Route description:

Forest track option:
  • From car park P10, follow the Karwendel Nature Park nature trail to the Engalm
  • At the Engalm rest hut, a forest track branches off to the south-east towards the Binsalm; follow the track in a wide arc uphill to the Binsalm
Shortcut via the path option:
  • A shortcut to the Binsalm starts immediately behind the Naturhotel DIE ENG, following a path that climbs steeply at first before joining the forest road leading to the Binsalm
  • This route takes approx. 45 minutes
Panorama Trail option:
  • The Panorama Trail offers another option for the ascent or descent
  • If you follow the forest track from the Engalm, a marked path (Panorama Trail) branches off to the right immediately after crossing a stream
  • The path starts off quite steeply uphill, then levels out and leads along the slope to the (unmanned) Drijaggenalm
  • From there, the path descends gently and it is only a 20-minute walk to the Binsalm
  • You can enjoy a fantastic panorama throughout the entire walk
Recommended equipment:
  • Sturdy footwear
  • Rainwear/sun protection
  • Plenty of drinking water & snacks

Route type

Family hike:Yes

Fitness & technique

Technical:2

Getting there

Getting there:By car:
• Take the A12 motorway exit for Achensee, then follow the Achensee B181 road to the Achen Pass border
• Cross the border into Bavaria (307) towards Sylvensteinsee, then turn left towards Vorderriss
• Turn left towards Hinterriss, follow the toll road to car park P10

Best season

May:Yes
Jun:Yes
Jul:Yes
Aug:Yes
Sep:Yes
Oct:Yes

City:Hinterriss

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