Geigelstein
Mountain in Bavaria · 1,813 m
The hike up Geigelstein
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Geigelstein?
Geigelstein is 1,813 m above sea level and lies in Bavaria, Germany. Its prominence is 1,137 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Geigelstein?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.0 km one way with 579 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 11 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Geigelstein?
The nearest parking is the parking area southwest of the peak — 4.0 km on foot · ↑ 579 m · about 3 h 11 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area west of the peak (about 5.8 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Geigelstein in Conquer?
Yes — Geigelstein is one of 9,252 peaks in Germany in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Geigelstein in the app
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