Saugasse: A Steep Ascent in the Berchtesgaden Alps
Hike the Saugasse, a steep, switchbacking trail through a ravine in the Berchtesgaden Alps, connecting Königssee to the Kärlingerhaus.
The Saugasse is a ravine-like path in the Berchtesgaden Alps, featuring 32 switchbacks that climb 300 meters in elevation over a 600-meter distance. This challenging trail connects St. Bartholomä on the Königssee to the Kärlingerhaus in the Steinerne Meer.
A brief summary to Saugasse
- Unnamed Road,, Schönau am Königssee, 83471, DE
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- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Know before you go
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- Wear sturdy hiking boots with good traction, as the trail can be steep and rocky.
- Bring plenty of water and snacks, as the ascent is strenuous.
- Check the weather forecast before you go, and be prepared for changing conditions.
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Getting There
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Walking
The Saugasse trail is accessible from St. Bartholomä on the Königssee. St. Bartholomä can only be reached by boat or a long mountain tour. From the St. Bartholomä boat landing, follow the signs towards Kärlingerhaus. The trail initially goes along the lake before ascending through the forest to the Saugasse. Be prepared for a steep climb with switchbacks.
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Public Transport
To reach St. Bartholomä, take a boat from Königssee. To get to Königssee, take bus line 840, 841, or 843 from Berchtesgaden train station. The bus ride from Berchtesgaden to Königssee is approximately 10 minutes. From the Königssee bus stop, it's a 5-minute walk to the boat pier. A one-way boat trip to St. Bartholomä takes about 35 minutes. Bus tickets cost around €2-3. The boat trip to St. Bartholomä costs €19.50 for a round trip.
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Parking
If driving, park at the Königssee parking lot. From the parking lot, walk to the Königssee lake and take a boat to St. Bartholomä to access the Saugasse hiking trail. Parking costs €3 for up to an hour, €7 for up to 3 hours, or €9 for a day ticket. The boat trip to St. Bartholomä costs €19.50 for a round trip.
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