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Reit im Winkl, a mountain village in the Bavarian Alps, transforms into a true paradise for active holidaymakers in winter. The village is particularly well known for its Winklmoos ski area and numerous fantastic cross-country ski trails as well as premium hiking trails, which also show their best side in the cold season. The excellently groomed routes lead through snow-covered landscapes, past icy streams and through tranquil forests. They not only offer breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, but also an ideal opportunity to enjoy winter nature in all its splendour.

Active in the snow around Reit im Winkl

Cross-country skiing

Skating and classic cross-country skiing in Reit im Winkl is a special experience for all those who want to enjoy winter in all its splendour. The cosy little village offers an extensive network of over 150 kilometres of cross-country trails , providing ideal conditions for beginners and experienced cross-country skiers alike

  • 27 different trails
  • over 150 kilometres of trails
  • 5 easy trails
  • 17 medium trails
  • 5 difficult trails

The well-groomed trails lead through picturesque valleys, snow-covered forestsand over sunny high plateaus, always accompanied by a breathtaking Alpine panorama.

 

Connection Three Lakes Area classic+skating | 2.3 km

intermediate (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
The trail connects the cross country trail network of Reit im Winkl and Ruhpolding via the Dürrfeldkreuz pass. This means that the trails around lakes…
  • 2.3 km
  • 94 Hm
  • 00:13 h
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No 1 cross country trail "Wellness" classic | 2.1 km

easy (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
Classic trail• Very easy trail around the village.
  • 2.1 km
  • 19 Hm
  • 00:20 h
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No 2 cross country trail "Sonnen" classic + skating | 3.4 km

easy (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
Discover Reit im Winkl on cross-country skis. The sunny and very easy sun trail leads through the village center over four kilometers.
  • 3.4 km
  • 17 Hm
  • 00:45 h
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No 8 cross country trail "Panorama" classic | 10km

intermediate (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
Classic • The particularly attractive and snow-reliable trail on the Hemmersuppenalm is suitable for cross-country skiers of all skill levels.
  • 9.0 km
  • 214 Hm
  • 02:15 h
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No 10a cross country trail "Flutlicht" classic+skating | 2.6 km

intermediate (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
Classic/Skating • For ambitious runners. The two steep climbs can be shortened. Floodlight Tuesday and Thursday 6 to 8 p.m.
  • 2.1 km
  • 31 Hm
  • 00:20 h
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No 11 cross country trail "Blindau" skating | 3.5 km

intermediate (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
Skating • A moderately difficult tour with slight uphill and downhill sections.
  • 3.5 km
  • 41 Hm
  • 00:35 h
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No 12 cross country trail "Panorama" skating | 10 km

intermediate (Cross-country skiing) not groomed
Skating • The particularly attractive and snow-reliable trail on the Hemmersuppenalm is suitable for cross-country skiers of all skill levels.
  • 10.0 km
  • 214 Hm
  • 02:15 h
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If you haven't found the right one yet, you can findall the cross-country ski trails in Reit im Winkl here

Skiing & Snowboarding

Skiing in Reit im Winkl is a dream come true for winter sports enthusiasts of all levels. With around 45 kilometres of pistes, the Winklmoosalm-Steinplatte ski area offers a perfect combination of family-friendly pistes and sporty descents. With state-of-the-art lifts and perfectly groomed pistes at an altitude of up to 1,900 metres, the area is particularly snow-sure. Beginners and children can practise their first turns on the gentle slopes of the Winklmoosalm, while advanced skiers can enjoy challenging descents and spectacular panoramic views on the Steinplatte. But also in the Benzeck ski area, ski students in particular will find well-prepared pistes on north-facing slopes with guaranteed snow. The warm hospitality and rustic ski huts make the skiing experience in Reit im Winkl perfect.

More information about the ski resorts in Chiemgau can be found here ➔

Winklmoos-Alm/ Steinplatte ski area

Pure winter paradise! Fantastic slopes for beginners and professionals await you in the Winklmoos-Alm/ Steinplatte ski area.
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Skigebiet Benzeck

The perfect ski slope for beginners, advanced skiers and everyone who just enjoys skiing.
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Tobogganing

Tobogganing in Reit im Winkl offers winter fun for the whole family. After a strenuous climb up the hill, the descent is fast and thrilling.

  • Cross-country stadium (for beginners and families)
  • Winklmoos-Alm (for beginners and families)
  • Benzeck ski lifts (for beginners and families)
  • Hemmersuppenalm (easy and intermediate tours)
  • 4 km natural toboggan run from the Hindenburg Hütte to Blindau (challenging and only for experienced tobogganists)

Whether beginner or advanced tobogganer, in Reit im Winkl everyone is guaranteed to find the right toboggan run for an unforgettable winter experience. And the best thing about it: after each descent, the adventure can start all over again!

You can find all the information about tobogganing in Chiemgau here .

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Winter hiking

For winter hikers, Reit im Winkl offers a variety of well-groomed trails that lead through picturesque valleys and along gentle mountain slopes. These paths are also excellent in winter and allow you to enjoy the peaceful, snow-covered countryside to the full. The sunset tours at the blue hour are particularly popular, as is the Premium Panorama Trail on the Hemmersuppenalm, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. In addition to the "normal" hiking trails, there are also some premium hiking trails in Reit im Winkl. Premium hiking trails are specially marked hiking trails that are characterised by their particularly high quality and density of experiences.

Evening loop in the fairy tale forest during sunset

easy (Winter hiking)
A leisurely evening walk through a dreamlike winter landscape with an impressive play of colours, a great mood of nature.
  • 1.9 km
  • 13 Hm
  • 00:30 h
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Lake Weitsee winter hiking | 4.2 km

easy (Winter hiking) Closed / not groomed
Leisurely and easy hike in a special place.
  • 4.5 km
  • 43 Hm
  • 01:10 h
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Hindenburghütte to St. Anna's chapel | 3.6 km

easy (Winter hiking) Closed / not groomed
A very special place in Reit im Winkl. Immerse yourself in the "slightly snow-covered mountains", far away from everyday life and traffic.
  • 3.6 km
  • 104 Hm
  • 01:10 h
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Winter hike in the Fairytale Forest

easy (Winter hiking)
A leisurely walk for the whole family through an enchanting fairytale forest.
  • 3.3 km
  • 16 Hm
  • 00:50 h
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Winter hiking to Moarlack

intermediate (Winter hiking)
Out and about on the snowy expanses of the high moor.
  • 5.7 km
  • 86 Hm
  • 02:15 h
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Birnbach Winter Hike | 5.8 km

difficult (Winter hiking) Closed / not groomed
A demanding winter hike with an impressive view of the village and the Kaiser Mountains.
  • 5.8 km
  • 175 Hm
  • 02:00 h
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Premium trail "Kaiserblick" - valley | 6.4 km

easy (Winter hiking) Closed / not groomed
A hike with a beautiful view of the Tyrolean Kaiser Mountains, which gave the Premium Trail its name.
  • 6.4 km
  • 60 Hm
  • 02:00 h
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Premium trail "Panorama" Hemmersuppenalm | 6.5 km

easy (Winter hiking) Closed / not groomed
A leisurely, easy winter hike on a rolled path on the Hemmersuppenalm, with a breathtaking view of the surrounding snow-covered mountains.
  • 6.5 km
  • 154 Hm
  • 02:00 h
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Sunset Hike

easy (Winter hiking)
Into the sunset. Enjoy the last minutes of the sun with a magnificent play of colours.
  • 1.5 km
  • 1 Hm
  • 00:25 h
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Winklmoos-Alm | 6.2 km

intermediate (Winter hiking) Closed / not groomed
Comfortable tour through a great winter landscape.
  • 5.2 km
  • 99 Hm
  • 01:55 h
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If you haven't found the right one yet, you can find all winter hiking trails here

Snowshoe hiking

With snowshoes on your feet, even the snow-covered areas around Reit im Winkl can be explored effortlessly. This special equipment ensures that you are safe and comfortable even on loose snow. The feeling of hiking through the wintry silence and leaving tracks in the fresh snow is unforgettable. Reit im Winkl offers numerous snowshoe hikes for different levels of difficulty, from easy routes for beginners to more challenging tours for experienced hikers. Guided snowshoe hikes are particularly popular, with local guides leading participants safely through the wintry nature and providing interesting insights into the flora and fauna of the region. These tours often lead to remote vantage points from which you can enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the snow-covered Alps. The local tourist information centre in Reit im Winkl can tell you when and where these tours start. The Hemmersuppenalm is a particularly popular destination for snowshoe hikers. Here you will find a variety of routes that lead through snow-covered forests and across wide plateaus.

 

Hausberg loop snowshoe tour

intermediate (Snowshoeing)
A medium-difficulty tour with guaranteed snow via the Eckkapelle chapel to the Hutzenalm.
  • 8.5 km
  • 444 Hm
  • 04:00 h
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Hindenburghütte-Fellhorn snowshoe tour

difficult (Snowshoeing)
Demanding snowshoe tour to a summit cross with a breathtaking view.
  • 10.7 km
  • 652 Hm
  • 03:30 h
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Klausenberg loop snowshoe tour

intermediate (Snowshoeing)
An easy snowshoe tour for beginners and connoisseurs in untouched nature.
  • 6.1 km
  • 290 Hm
  • 02:00 h
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Snowshoeing tour Winklmoos-Alm to Scheibelberg

easy (Snowshoeing)
On the flat, sunny slope there is often a closed blanket of snow for a very long time. As long as the Winklmoos lifts are not in operation, this tour…
  • 5.7 km
  • 334 Hm
  • 02:00 h
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Schusterwald snowshoe tour

intermediate (Snowshoeing)
On snow-covered paths to the Upper Hemmersuppenalm - like in a winter fairy tale.
  • 6.6 km
  • 550 Hm
  • 02:30 h
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Seegatterl - Hemmersuppenalm snowshoe tour

intermediate (Snowshoeing)
Nice, medium-difficulty snowshoe tour with great refreshment stops.
  • 6.4 km
  • 489 Hm
  • 01:30 h
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Seegatterl-Dürrnbachhorn snowshoe tour

difficult (Snowshoeing)
A varied and demanding, expandable tour with a magnificent mountain view.
  • 9.7 km
  • 1087 Hm
  • 04:30 h
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Seegatterl-Hindenburghütte snow shoe hike

intermediate (Snowshoeing)
A leisurely snowshoe hike in nature with a stop for refreshments. Transfer to Reit im Winkl possible.
  • 6.6 km
  • 472 Hm
  • 02:00 h
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Snowshoeing Winklmoos-Alm Lembergschneid

easy (Snowshoeing)
The Lembergschneid is a popular tour destination for snowshoe hikers in the picturesque mountains of the Chiemgau Alps.
  • 6.2 km
  • 434 Hm
  • 01:30 h
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Indoor activities in bad weather

Even in bad weather, Reit im Winkl offers numerous indoor activities for a varied and relaxing day. The region invites you to relax in wellness facilities and enjoy culinary experiences in cosy inns. Reit im Winkl ensures that you won't get bored even in the rain or snow and offers the right activity for every taste. Here you will find numerous activities for bad weather.

Culture & Events

In addition to many sporting activities, Reit im Winkl also offers a wide range of events in winter:

  • Winter market: Creative gift ideas, regional delicacies, mulled wine and curling combine in a snowy mountain setting to create a winter experience.
  • At the blue hour: guided hikes at sunset
  • Mountainman: trail running and winter hiking in the mountains of the Chiemgau Alps
  • Cross-country skiing events: competitions and cross-country skiing courses for all ages on the award-winning trails in the village
  • Rauhnach hikes: guided hike romantically illuminated with fireplaces, torches and lanterns

Our events calendar has many more great events to offer.

 

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Things to know about your winter visit to Reit im Winkl

Free bus

As a guest of the Winklmoosalmbahn, holidaymakers can use the ski bus free of charge to reach the most beautiful ski areas, cross-country ski trails, winter hiking trails and much more in the region comfortably and stress-free . The ski bus regularly connects the village centre with the Winklmoosalm and Hemmersuppenalm ski areas. This not only saves guests having to search for a parking space, but also helps to reduce traffic and is environmentally friendly. The free ski bus makes skiing even more relaxed and is a plus for every winter holiday in Reit im Winkl.

Overnight stay in Reit im Winkl

Staying overnight in Reit im Winkl means pure relaxation in the midst of a fantastic mountain backdrop. The charming village offers a wide range of accommodation, from cosy holiday flats and traditional inns to comfortable hotels with wellness facilities. Whether for families, couples or groups - everyone will find the right accommodation here. Many establishments place particular emphasis on warm hospitality and regional cuisine. Guests also benefit from numerous inclusive services, such as the guest card, which offers discounts and free offers, such as the ski bus. In Reit im Winkl, every stay becomes an unforgettable experience.

Winter panorama in the Winklmoos / Steinplatte ski area
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Hire & buy winter sports equipment

There are numerous sports shops and hire centres in Reit im Winkl that offer high-quality winter equipment . These range from skis, snowboards and cross-country skis to snowshoes, helmets and toboggans. Ski clothing, such as ski jackets, trousers and gloves, can also often be hired, which is particularly practical for visitors travelling to the mountains at short notice or who do not have their own equipment. For families and groups, equipment hire in Reit im Winkl is a cost-effective alternative to buying. There are often attractive packages and discounts for several days or for hiring several items of equipment at the same time. Those who hire their winter equipment in Reit im Winkl can also rely on an uncomplicated return process. Most hire stations are located in the immediate vicinity of the lift stations or cross-country ski trails, which makes the hire and return process particularly convenient. This means that winter sports enthusiasts can concentrate fully on enjoying nature without having to worry about organisational details.

Here you can find more information about hiring equipment on site.

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