The Hohenpeissenberg is one of the most accessible lookout mountains in front of the Ammergau Alps. You can park directly at the photo spot, making it ideal for bringing heavier equipment like a tripod or astro gear.

This spot truly shines at night: with low light pollution, it offers fantastic conditions for astrophotography. You can capture the Bavarian Alps beneath the Milky Way or shoot stunning nighttime panoramas. A fast ultra-wide or wide-angle lens is recommended to make the most of the scene.

Recommended gear: Ultra-wide angle, wide-angle lens , tripod

Daytime: night

Season: whole year

Parking: Hohenpeisenberg