Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest) – Purtschellerhaus loop from Eck

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Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest) – Purtschellerhaus loop from Eck

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Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest) – Purtschellerhaus loop from Eck

06:44

12.6km

1,120m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 1, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that are highly dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.04 km for 1.24 km

After 7.84 km for 449 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.63 km

Descent from Kehlsteinhaus

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Descent from the Kehlsteinhaus via the old road 👍

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4.29 km

You have to see it once, but once is enough. It's crazy what crowds of people are brought up there on buses. 😱
Otherwise, of course, a great view of the Alps, especially the Watzmann and the Königssee 🤩

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6.00 km

Mannlgrat Via Ferrata

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If they are sure-footed, experienced hikers can do without via ferrata equipment on the relatively easy Mannlsteig. This has a maximum of B. However, you must have a head for heights. ;-)

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7.72 km

Chimney (Hoher Göll)

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Well insured in the upper part, but there is a lot of loose rock in the way. You should only go when there are few people around. The crossing in …

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8.19 km

Memorial Cross on Hochries

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Souvenirs of those who had an accident here.

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9.35 km

Purtschellerhaus

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Beautiful house with a great view of the state border. You can choose whether you want to enjoy your summit beer in Bavaria or Austria. 😃

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9.44 km

Purtschellerhaus and border at Rossfeld Panorama Road

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12.3 km

View of the mountain massif on the High Alpine Road

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A perfect starting point for the Purtschellerhaus or Kehlsteinhaus

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12.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.26 km

2.91 km

2.02 km

745 m

670 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.69 km

4.05 km

1.71 km

1.53 km

628 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,210 m)

Lowest point (1,160 m)

Weather

Wednesday 11 November

9°C

5°C

69 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

October 31, 2022,🇩🇪🇦🇹 Berchtesgadener Alpen; Hoher Göll

Start Ofnerboden (toll €8.50)
Eagle's Nest
Kehlstein
Mannlsteig
High goll
cobbler's path
Purtscheller house
Ofnerboden

I had the round in my planned list for over a year now. Today it finally happened.
As always, the altitude meters don't quite fit. It was a good 1600hm.

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September 7, 2025,Hoher Göll über Mannlgrat und Schustersteig Kaminvariante

Offnerboden 1160m
Kehlstein 1881m
Hoher Göll 2522m
Purtschellerhaus 1622m

Toll road from Rossfeld to the Offnerboden parking lot

Free parking
Refreshment stop at the Kehlsteinhaus
Refreshment stop at the Purtschellerhaus

You only live once, so enjoy it! 🤗
The Manndlgrat (up to T4+/C) and the Schustersteig Kaminvariante (up to T4/C) are really fun if you like climbing.
Most sections are …

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September 11, 2023,Mit Gabi auf den Hohen Göll über den Mannlsteig

The path from Rossfeldstrasse to Kehlsteinhaus is mostly asphalted (brrrrrrrr....yuck) you should be prepared for that! The Kehlsteinhaus is also highly touristy and has nothing to do with hikers!!! From then on the mountaineer gets his money's worth! A super insured via ferrata A/B can be used with or without a climbing harness (depending on your safety needs) A great …

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