Holiday in Marquartstein

City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪

Country

Germany

Type

City

Best time to travel

May to October (hiking and tobogganing), year-round (paragliding in good weather)

Budget/day

80-130 EUR: Mountain hotel, toboggan run, tandem flight from 120 EUR, restaurant

Getting there from Germany

Car from Munich 1 h, from Salzburg 1 h | Train to Marquartstein (Chiemgau-Bahn) | Lake Chiemsee 15 km

What makes Marquartstein special as a destination?

Marquartstein in the Achental is a quiet Chiemgau village at the foot of the Hochplatte and a popular launch site for paragliders. The 1,100 m long summer toboggan run, the medieval Marquartstein Castle, and the proximity to Lake Chiemsee make the village a versatile family destination. The Achental offers wonderful hiking trails between gentle alpine meadows and rugged peaks, and the famous Kampenwand is just a short drive away.

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What are the top highlights in Marquartstein?

The top highlights in Marquartstein include Summer Toboggan Run Marquartstein, Marquartstein Castle, Hochplatte Paragliding Launch, Achental Hiking Trails.

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Summer Toboggan Run Marquartstein

1,100 m long toboggan run with steep curves and mountain backdrop — fun for the whole family.

2

Marquartstein Castle

Medieval hilltop castle above the village — now a cultural center with exhibitions and events.

3

Hochplatte Paragliding Launch

One of the most popular paragliding launch sites in the Chiemgau Alps — tandem flights for beginners available.

4

Achental Hiking Trails

Idyllic valley with alpine hikes, Kneipp facilities, and views of the Chiemgau mountain range.

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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

When is the best time to visit Marquartstein?

The best time to visit Marquartstein is May to October (hiking and tobogganing), year-round (paragliding in good weather). Warm, 20-26°C, sunny Achental In winter: Cold, -5 to 3°C, snowy mountain landscape

Recommended travel time

May to October (hiking and tobogganing), year-round (paragliding in good weather)

Summer

Warm, 20-26°C, sunny Achental

Winter

Cold, -5 to 3°C, snowy mountain landscape

How much does a holiday in Marquartstein cost?

Budget travellers: 45-70 EUR: Guesthouse, hiking free, toboggan run 8 EUR/day, mid-range: 80-130 EUR: Mountain hotel, toboggan run, tandem flight from 120 EUR, restaurant/day, luxury: 200+ EUR: Wellness hotel, paragliding, gourmet dinner/day.

Average costs per person per day

Budget

45-70 EUR: Guesthouse, hiking free, toboggan run 8 EUR

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

Mid-range

80-130 EUR: Mountain hotel, toboggan run, tandem flight from 120 EUR, restaurant

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

Luxury

200+ EUR: Wellness hotel, paragliding, gourmet dinner

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

How do I get from Germany to Marquartstein?

Car from Munich 1 h, from Salzburg 1 h | Train to Marquartstein (Chiemgau-Bahn) | Lake Chiemsee 15 km

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What travel tips are there for Marquartstein?

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Book a tandem paragliding flight from the Hochplatte — unforgettable view of Lake Chiemsee.

Ride the summer toboggan run as an adult — control your own speed.

Take day trips from Marquartstein to Lake Chiemsee and Reit im Winkl.

Explore Marquartstein Castle on a guided tour — medieval history in an impressive setting.

What should you eat in Marquartstein?

Typical specialities in Marquartstein: Chiemgau Brotzeit — alpine cheese, ham, and farmer's bread on a wooden board, Forelle Müllerin from the Achental — freshly caught from the mountain stream, golden fried, Dampfnudeln with vanilla sauce — Bavarian yeast dumpling, perfect as a sweet main dish, Chiemgauer Bierbratl — pork roast braised in dark beer with dumplings.

These specialties you must try!

Chiemgau Brotzeit — alpine cheese, ham, and farmer's bread on a wooden board
Forelle Müllerin from the Achental — freshly caught from the mountain stream, golden fried
Dampfnudeln with vanilla sauce — Bavarian yeast dumpling, perfect as a sweet main dish
Chiemgauer Bierbratl — pork roast braised in dark beer with dumplings
Suitable for:ChiemgauParaglidingSummer TobogganingCastleFamilyHikingAchentalAdventure

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