Discover Mountaincarts in Mittenwald: Kart Down the Kranzberg
Want to spice up your hike? The mountaincarts in Mittenwald turn the way down the Kranzberg into a 1.7 km downhill ride through forest and alpine meadows. Bring friends, family, or just yourself: it's pure fun, and it's one of the best activities to do in Mittenwald.
Getting there is easy. Take the train from Munich to Mittenwald, then hike about an hour up towards the Hoher Kranzberg, or ride the chairlift if you'd rather save your legs. At the top station you rent a cart for €8 per ride, helmet included.
Riders steering alone must be at least 10 years old and 1.35 m tall, and closed shoes are a must. The carts only run when the track is dry, so check the status before you go. Then send it!
Key details for Mountaincarts in Mittenwald: Kart Down the Kranzberg
Best Time to Visit
Spring-Summer
The carts only run when the track is dry, so pick a sunny day and check the lift status online before you go.
Difficulty
Easy
Ride at your own pace and use the brakes whenever you like. Or give it full speed: "if things are still under control, you're not going fast enough" (don't take that too seriously!). Solo riders must be at least 10 years old and 1.35 m tall.
Duration
2-3 hours
Plan about 2 hours: around an hour hiking up (or a few minutes on the chairlift), then the ride down. Add time for a swim at Lautersee on hot days.
Reachability
Car/Public Transport
Mittenwald is easy to reach from Munich by train, so we'd pick that over the car. From town, hike about an hour towards the Hoher Kranzberg or take the Kranzberg chairlift up, then rent your cart at the top station.
Essential tips for your visit to Mountaincarts in Mittenwald: Kart Down the Kranzberg
Check the opening status beforehand. The carts only run when the weather is good and the track is dry.
Wear closed shoes: in sandals you'll be turned away.
Pack light. If you have too much stuff, you can send it down with the chairlift.
Bring your mountain bike, or rent one in Mittenwald, for another downhill ride.
On hot days, end with a swim in Lautersee and check out the waterfalls on the way back.
Bring a drone for shots of the forest and mountains.
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