Parish Church of St. Sebastian — Attraction in Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden

The best trail to view the church and capture its iconic postcard setting is the Malerwinkel (Painter’s Corner) Loop:

• Distance: 2.5 km (1.5 miles) • Duration: 1-1.5 hours • Difficulty: Easy This short and easy trail is perfect for those looking to capture iconic views of the church with the Alps in the background. The path takes you along the Ramsauer Ache river, through meadows and forested areas, offering plenty of scenic spots for photography. It’s called “Painter’s Corner” because it’s been a favoured viewpoint for artists over the centuries.

The church is also a starting point for several popular hiking trails in the area:

Ramsauer Ache Trail to Hintersee • Distance: 4.5 km • Duration: 1.5-2 hours • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate This trail follows the Ramsauer Ache river upstream, leading to the beautiful Hintersee Lake. The trail is well-marked and mostly flat, making it suitable for families and casual hikers. Along the way, you’ll pass through lush forests and picturesque countryside. It is a stunning destination with its emerald-green waters, surrounded by steep mountains.

Wimbachklamm Gorge • Distance: 3.5 km round trip • Duration: 1-1.5 hours • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Starting from the church, you can walk or drive a short distance to the gorge entrance. The trail leads you through a narrow, deep gorge with wooden walkways suspended above rushing waterfalls and cascades. Perfect for those who appreciate dramatic...

Parish Church of St. Sebastian @ Ramsau ⛪🇩🇪 📍 Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden, Germany

The Parish Church of St. Sebastian is one of the most iconic postcard scenes in Bavaria, set against the backdrop of alpine peaks with the Ramsauer Ache river flowing in front. The classic view is taken from the nearby wooden bridge, framing the white church and green surroundings perfectly.

I visited on a rainy day, which added a soft, misty atmosphere to the landscape. The river was rushing from the rain, creating a beautiful contrast between the calm church and the energetic water. Walking around the grounds, I noticed tombs alongside the Gothic-style structure, with intricate stonework and decorative details that added to the church’s timeless character.

🧭 Tip: For the iconic photo, stand on the Ertlsteg (Holzsteg) bridge downstream. Early morning or late afternoon gives softer light, but even rainy days create a charming,...

When searching for German Alpine street you will probably find a very pretty picture of St Sebastian somewhere on the internet. And once you go there you will get to see that reality is exactly as beautiful as the picture! Very cute village with a nice small stream passing by it and by the stream there is a small bridge that will allow you to take a magnificent picture of the church and the amazing nature...