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Best Adventurous Places In Germany
Written by Nivethitha Bharathi on October 13, 2021 Share on

10 Adventurous Places To Visit In Germany

Travelling to Germany is not just sightseeing, history walks to museums or pampering your taste buds with exquisite German cuisine, as there are more things to do to spice up your adrenaline. Germany is a complete package of adventurous activities that can turn you into an obsessive visitor who travels to the country quite frequently than you have imagined. It’s not every day or everywhere you could get adrenalin rush by sporting in a nature bound paradise. If you are up for some hardcore ride, then look out for these “10 Best Adventurous Places To Visit In Germany” during your vacation.

10 Best Adventurous Places To Visit In Germany

Germany is always up for a game-changing experience by offering adventure through its enigmatic landscape. From generic skiing and hiking to mind-blowing outdoor sports like hand-gliding and toboggan, there is a range of surprises that lets you live the moment. So take note of these ten best adventurous places you must visit in Germany to go beyond your limit.

  1. Black Forest
  2. Wallberg
  3. Oberstdorf
  4. Bavarian Forest National Park
  5. Sylt
  6. Rugen
  7. Garmisch-Partenkirchen National Park
  8. Kappel And Waldseilgarten Hollschlucht
  9. Ochsenkopf
  10. Bastei

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1. Black Forest National Park

Black Forest, Adventure in Germany
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If you are someone who prefers to venture into the wildest part of Germany to feel the rush of adrenaline, then start your adventurous vacation from the Black Forest National Park. It is a stunning region that stretches over 200km of forest cover and hills. Being a base for myriad adventurous outdoor activities, Black Forest let to see the wildest side of Germany. You have several opportunities to power up in the woods, Rhine River, Schluchsee Lake and more. From mountain biking, trekking and hiking to getting into different phase adventures like canoeing, sailing, surfing and wakeboarding to break the momentum of your vacation. Besides, you can’t afford to miss the ultimate ATV guided tour in the Malsch region.

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2. Wallberg

Wallberg, Germany
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If you love winter sports, head to Wallberg for a hands-down adventure experience. It has a steady wind with the perfect trail for sledging. Situated near Rottach-Egren town, Wallberg mountain houses the longest sledge runway in Germany. It stretches for almost 4 miles to full fill the dreams of adventure enthusiasts. You can also expect events and sports fairs so that you can show off your skills and compete with a like-minded crowd. You can use the traditional wooden toboggans or partake in fun-filled sledging rides in the modern equipment to slide down the snowy slopes. 

3. Oberstdorf

Oberstdorf , Adventurous place in Germany
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Oberstdorf is the ultimate destination for any adventure-seekers. The picturesque summit offers ideal slopes for sliding, skiing and hiking in its spectacular slopes. Besides, for any adventure fanatics, paragliding across the rocky gorges Breitachklamm will become an unforgettable experience. Oberstdorf set as a perfect destination among locals for a toboggan ride and hand gliding. If you are visiting Oberstdorf during summer, make sure to witness the gushing waterfalls during your hiking trip that probably gets missed during winter.

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4. Bavarian Forest National Park

Bavarian Forest National Park
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Head on to the Bavarian Forest National Park during your vacation for intaking the breathtaking beauty of the oldest German national park. If you seek to experience the adventure that lets you get relaxation and comfort, rent a cycle and go biking along the 300 kilometres biking trail dotted with stunning books and a cover of canopies. This park also has a nature bound hiking trail along the mountain, where you can witness rich vegetation and fresh air uplifting your energy. Besides, taking a stroll around the 1300 metre spread of wooden walkways that acts as an open gallery to see spectacular animals like wild boars, lynx, bison and wolves roaming around.

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5. Sylt

Sylt Island, Best adventurous place in Germany
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Adventure in Germany can’t end without spending some refreshing water adventures on the beach of Sylt island. Spending time in the rugged shores dotted with dune-backed sands bordering the pristine North Sea of Sylt is ecstasy. You can either take a 3-hour train transfer from Hamburg to Westerland in Sylt or sail through 5miles towards the Northwest coast of Germany. Sylt is renowned for windsurfing. So make sure to partake in the highlight competition of this breezy watersport, the PWA Windsurf World Competition. This world’s windsurfing competition happens every September. 

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6. Rugen

Rugen Island, Germany
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Rugen is the next renowned island to drop by when you are in Germany. Located on the northern coast of the Baltic sea, this island offers a stunning view with its majestic chalk cliff that makes you perplexed. You can easily access this island from Berlin by taking a train or car, which takes you a minimum of 4 hours to reach. The extensive beach, rugged shores and crystal clear beach make it perfect for cliff climbing, diving and snorkelling. Swimming in these chalky waters, cycling around the cobblestoned boulevards and hiking in the woods of the Jasmund park is itself an adventure of a lifetime.

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7. Garmisch-Partenkirchen National Park

Garmisch Partenkirchen National Park
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A renowned adventure place in Germany, Garmisch Partenkirchen National Park has a distinct landscape that amuses adventure-driven travellers. With Zugspitze mountain as a highlight, this national park has a list of exclusive adventure activities that gets you high. Walking on the challenging trails in the Wetterstein Mountain Range will be the most rewarding moment of your life. The enchanting surrounding, magical meadow and flowery carpet remind the momentum of happiness that spins along with the adventure. Grab a perfect spot in a cable car or train to reach the summit that lets you witness the magical 360-degree view from its windy peak.

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8. Kappel And Waldseilgarten Hollschlucht

Camping in Germany has a whole new definition. Yes! In Waldseilgarten Hollschlucht, level up your usual camping style into something unique by sky tents and portaledges. Adventure is not just firing up, sweating it out and adrenaline rush. Adventurous things are all about doing something not everyone does as it is beyond basic. Climb the ropes, reach the special tent and spend your nights stargazing from the tents handing down the trees. Admire the panoramic view from Kappal and the Waldseilgarten resort that offers you to embrace the beauty of the alps from that sky tents. 

9. Ochsenkopf

Ochsenkopf, Best adventurous places to visit in Germany
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Ochsenkopf is home to the most famous ski resorts in Germany. Naturally, winter in this destination serves you as an ideal time to ski all you want in 27 runs, each suiting to a different level of skiers. This perfectly lit region is also suitable to extend your adventure spirit even during nightlight. There are also sporting sites for snowboarding, hiking, sledging as well as ski jumping. You can either carry your equipment or rent easily. Moreover, Ochsenkopf surprise you with hiking, mountain biking and more outdoor sports during summer.

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10. Bastei

Bastei, Best adventurous places in Germany
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Living your best moments in Bastei is unmissable when you are in Germany. Hiking will be surreal in Malerweg (aka) “Painter’s way” becomes more lively and adventurous with its spectacular rock formation. Surrounded by the ecstatic cliffs and Elbe river gives even more ventures to boost your serotonin and adrenalin. You can walk through the sandstone bridge and take an exciting bike ride for more fun in Bastei. And finish it off by visiting a historical rooftop restaurant in Bastei for an intense panoramic view of this region.

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This list of “10 Best Adventurous Places To Visit In Germany” may further extend if you count on river rafting in the Isar river and jungle adventure in Taunus. So remember, you might probably need an ideal itinerary to get the best adventurous touring experience in Germany. Winter sport or summer ventures, take the right move by booking your vacation at the preferable season. Visit the Pickyourtrail website and hunt for the right German holiday package. Besides, you can turn your planning mode even more fun by customising your German itinerary on customising page.

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