Hirschhörnlkopf | 1515m

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Hirschhörnlkopf (1514 m) is not so frequently visited mountain in the Bavarian Prealps northwest above Jachenau and 3.8 km east of the Jochberg. The ascent is from Jachenau or Kochel. These are easy hikes on forest roads and paths.The Hirschhörnlkopf is often climbed on foot even in winter because of its south-facing ascent.

Ascent: From Jachenau follow the wide forest road towards Hirschhörnlkopf, there are sign post at every bifurcation to guide you. After walking about 2.5 Km, the path becomes narrower and steeper in the forest but not difficult. After the forest walk towards Pfundalm and also the summit cross of Hirschhörnlkopf is visible. From the summit, you can enjoy the views of Karwendel, Zugspitze and other mountains in Wettersteins, Benediktenwand, Heimgarten, Herzogstand, Jochberg, Walchensee etc.

Descent: Same as ascent.


By public transport (Bayern Ticket):
Bus stop near start point: Jachenau Post (81 m from start point)
    
From Munich central station with the BOB to Lenggries. From there take the RVO bus line 9595 to Jachenau Post. On weekends the bus only runs once in the morning and once in the afternoon.

Technical Difficulty Easy
Gear Hiking Boots , Hiking Poles
Popularity 11
Highest point 1515m
Total gain 731m
Total loss 731m
Duration 03h30m
Distance 9.7Km
Rating 824