Hiking along the brine pipeline

Quiet paths around Bad Reichenhall

Bad Reichenhall has many interesting facets. The most important of these is certainly the alpine brine because the town owes its fame and prosperity to it. Visitors also encounters the item "salt" wherever they go - in the town itself as well as when hiking outdoors.

On historical paths

The brine pipes were already built as early as the beginning of the 17th century, and are considered to be the oldest "pipelines" in the world. Through them, alpine brine was transported over kilometres to the salt works and elevations were overcome by using water power. If you walk along the brine pipeline trail today, you can read interesting background information on salt transportation via information boards.

Through romantic landscapes

The brine pipeline trail to Lake Thumsee leads from Bad Reichenhall past the Amalienkapelle, where you can enjoy a magnificent view of the surrounding area. Continue to the water lily pond Seemösl and then along Lake Thumsee down to the Nesselgraben and the picturesque Weißbachschlucht (gorge). This hike is especially recommended in summer, where you can take a refreshing dip in the peaceful mountain lake. Locals also use the brine pipeline trail for relaxing walks.

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