Hochplatten loop high above Bayerisch Gmain

At the bus stop, first cross the street and head south through the underpass. At Lattenbergstraße, directly turn left, climb the steps, and take the narrow path next to the railway tracks. After the rehab center, turn right and follow Alpentalstraße to the Alpgarten hiking parking lot. Various hikes are signposted here. Follow the Hochplatten loop, cross the winter toboggan run to the left, and continue keeping left along the narrow steep path up through the forest.

After about an hour, you reach a viewing platform from where the view extends to Bad Reichenhall and the Staufen. The circular route then continues southeast to the Hochplatte (911 m). After a short descent, continue uphill south towards the Lattenbergstoa. The rugged rock spire is quite exposed, requires a short climb, and should only be climbed if you are surefooted and not afraid of heights.

Back at the junction, the path now leads left down into the Speik Gorge. When crossing the stream, walk a bit further right into the ditch – the view is worth it. Descend on the other side of the Weißbach to the corn path. The forest road now leads back beside the railway tracks to the hiking parking lot. Then return the same way as the ascent to the bus stop in the town.

Hiking equipment

During the short climb on the rock spires of the Lattenbergstoa, absolute surefootedness and a head for heights are required.

Getting there: Bus 180 to (H) Bayrisch Gmain town center

Timetable information and download: Online at www.salzburg-verkehr.at or on your smartphone via the free Salzburg Verkehr app for Android and iOS.

Information & Contact

Stefanie Ruep
5020 Salzburg
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