Germany · HIKING & TREKKING
Good hiking & trekking tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Join Westerland-born guide Jan Krüger for a 1.5 to 2-hour walk across Sylt’s Wadden Sea. Go barefoot in warm weather or wear rubber boots in spring, autumn, and winter while learning about tides, shore crabs, mussels, birds, seals, and the island’s fragile nature.
“Es war alles super für uns, gut erzählt und interessant. Jan hat alles sehr gut rübergebracht :)) Kann man uneingeschränkt empfehlen.”
Join a German-speaking wine guide such as Evi or Katja for a 2.5-hour walk up Freiburg’s Schlossberg. Taste four wines and one secco from Lena Flurbacher winery, ride the Schlossbergbahn, and finish near Freiburg’s old town with a souvenir wine glass.
From Obersalzberg, hike with Claudio or Pauline past bunkers, Nazi ruins, and Hitler’s former Berghof site before reaching the Eagle’s Nest tunnel and elevator. Expect 5 to 6 hours, a small group of no more than eight, and a demanding uphill walk. Bring water, snacks, and money for the bus down.
“Claudio was a fantastic guide and really knowledgeable! He was very helpful beforehand when i had some questions about where to meet. And when on the walk, he was brilliant, answering all our questions about the Eagle's Nest and the history of the area. The hike itself was wonderful and I'd strongly recommend this to anyone who is planning on visiting the Eagle's Nest. THe hike isn't that strenuous and the views are magnificent. Well recommended, and certainly recommended to book with Claudio! Thanks again.”
Follow an English self-guided route from Hinterzarten into Ravenna Gorge, using an offline app with maps, photos, and background notes. Allow three to four hours for the 8-kilometer hike, plus time for waterfalls, old mills, the Black Forest’s oldest chapel, and a giant cuckoo clock.
“Belle petite randonnée de 3-4 heures. Je recommande de la faire en hiver, les paysages sont totalement enneigé et magnifiques, par contre la difficulté est plus élevée. J'ai eu du mal à utiliser l'application, qui se ferme tout le temps. Néanmoins je recommence l'activité.”
Join Rich for a private beer hike from Bamberg into Franconian Tuscany. Ride local buses and trains, walk about five miles through Memmelsdorf and Merkendorf, and stop at small breweries for regional beer and food, all purchased separately.
“If you're even remotely interested in beer, a tour with Beer Wanderers is an absolute must. We recently spent a day on the Funf Seidla Steig, and from start to finish, Rich was knowledgeable, funny, and incredibly passionate about German brewing traditions. Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or just along for the ride, you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for the craft—and probably a favorite new brew.”
Join Simon or another German or English-speaking guide for a two-hour snowshoe hike from Ebne 5 near Ehrwald. Learn snow safety, wildlife, and winter gear basics, then follow a route chosen for the day’s conditions. Snowshoes are included, with crampons supplied if needed.
“This hiking tour was one of the highlights of my visit in Ehrwald. Very relaxed hike with beautiful views. There was a bit of a climb but the guide was great and really took his time so this was no problem at all.”
Meet your German-speaking wine guide at noon for sparkling wine, a cable car ride over Rüdesheim’s vineyards, and a three-kilometer hike to the Niederwald Monument. You’ll taste four vegan wines, hear about local winegrowing, and finish at a historic restaurant. Jacqueline has guided the tour.
“Hätte das Wetter mitgespielt, wäre es perfekt gewesen 😊”
Join Felix or another English or German-speaking guide for a private three-hour wine hike through Stuttgart’s vineyards. Taste five regional wines, learn about local winegrowing, play team games, and pause for pretzels, cheese, grapes, nibbles, and water. Vegan and non-alcoholic choices are available on request.
“Sehe schöne Wanderung, über Wein gehört, tolle und abwechslungsreiche Spiele Interessantes 4”
Meet Pepe, Marshmallow, and up to 12 friendly alpacas at Alpakadorf Braunschweig. After a short safety briefing, you guide one alpaca with another adult along the Oker River, around Südsee, or through Riddagshausen. German-speaking guides, including Miriam, lead the 90-minute experience.
“Es war im allgemeinen eine sehr schöne Tour vor allem, weil es geschneit hat. Die Tiere sind alle total zutraulich und gut gepflegt + Tourguide Miriam super symphatisch. Aufjedenfall empfehlenswert! 👍🏽”
Start at Riverhouse in Stuttgart, pick up a chilled bag with five Kraftpaule beers, and follow a vineyard hiking route with puzzle tasks. You solve clues as you go, enjoy the scenery at your own pace, and can win a 15% voucher for a future Kraftpaule visit.
“The walking route was well chosen and the puzzles were fun and entertaining. I would have liked information about the beers and perhaps also an order in which they should be drunk.”
Meet your German-speaking guide at the Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim for Secco, a cable-car ride to Germania, views over the vineyards, three regional wine tastings, a cheese-and-pretzel snack, and a walk downhill to Drosselgasse. Comfortable shoes are essential.
Join a certified German-speaking guide at Skiparadies Grasgehren for a 15-minute snowshoe lesson and a three-hour hike near Riedberger Horn. Equipment and a hot drink are included. Routes suit the group, from gentle plateaus to steeper summit walks.
“Such a wonderful guide supportive and flexible we were delayed arriving due to an accident and diversion on the motorway. Incredibly scenery.”
At Schönenberg Alpakas near Jettingen-Scheppach, you’ll meet llamas and 20 alpacas, learn how to handle them, feed them, and guide one through the Mindeltal. The German-language experience includes forest and field paths, animal time, photos, and wide views from the farm.
“Wonderful experience from start to finish. The Alpacas were very friendly and cute and our tour leader was the best from start to the very end. Would recommend this to anyone, really relaxing and fun experience.”
Meet your German or English-speaking guide at Ebne 5 in Ehrwald for a two-hour small-group walk through the Zugspitz Arena. Expect lakes, rivers, alpine flowers, wildlife, traditional log cabins, and a scenic lake photo stop. The route changes with weather and local conditions.
“Glad you liked the tour so much. See you soon and best wishes from Ehrwald.”
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