Ahornboden: The Colorful World of the Karwendel

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The Ahornboden reveals the tranquil side of the Karwendel: vast, unspoiled, and dotted with old mountain maples. Those who hike up from the valley floor toward the Binsalm are rewarded with new perspectives on a landscape that displays a vibrant array of colors.
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A Day in Elmau: A Blend of Exercise, Warmth, Indulgence, and Music

What does it take to make for a perfect fall day? Perhaps nothing more than crisp air, a walk through golden forests, a little time for yourself, a good meal, and a concert in the evening.
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Soiernseen Tour from Schloss Elmau

An impressive tour through the Karwendel mountains, rewarded with a dip in the cool water.
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Elmauer Alm: The Panorama Trail

A trail that pays off after just a short while: The hike to the Elmauer Alm leads up from the valley to one of the most beautiful viewpoints around Schloss Elmau. At the top, you’ll find sweeping views, alpine tranquility, and delicious Bavarian delicacies.
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Partnach Gorge via Hintergraseck: The Alpine Spectacle

The Most Beautiful Hikes Around Schloss Elmau: This weekly series features mountain hikes that showcase the diverse landscape between the Wetterstein and Karwendel ranges. Today, we’re heading to the Partnach Gorge via Hintergraseck.
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Arnspitze: The Wild Ridge

The Arnspitze showcases the rugged side of hiking around Elmau: rougher, steeper, and more alpine. Those who are in good physical condition, sure-footed, and eager for a true mountain hike will be rewarded with views that stretch far into the Wetterstein and Karwendel ranges.
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Ferchensee & Lautersee: The Easy Lake Tour

The Most Beautiful Hikes Around Schloss Elmau: This weekly series features mountain hikes that showcase the diverse landscapes between the Wetterstein and Karwendel ranges. Today, we’re heading to Ferchensee and Lautersee
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5-Lake Tour from Schloss Elmau

If you hop on a mountain bike in Elmau, you don't need to warm up first.
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Three Beautiful Mountain Bike Tours Starting in Elmau

If you hop on a mountain bike in Elmau, you don't need to warm up first.
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Royal Dreams Become a World Heritage Site

At Schloss Elmau, longevity is an approach focused on holistic, transformative, and sustainable regeneration.
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Where would you like to stay—at the Retreat or the Hideaway?

Experience the freedom to choose between two exceptional, timelessly modern Leading Hotels of the World—nestled in a breathtaking, secluded setting
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“Freedom has always been the most important thing to me.”

In this Private Passions podcast, Dietmar Mueller-Elmau reflects on a life shaped by music, entrepreneurship, and philosophy.
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The Artist on the Mountain

For most of human history, neither artists nor philosophers had any business being on the mountain.
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Why is the Indian elephant so ubiquitous at Schloss Elmau?

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