Best backpacking trails in Oberstaufen

This route follows stage 4 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at the Staufner Haus and ending in Gunzesried. The path traverses the high alpine ridges of the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, crossing the prominent summits of the Hochgrat, Rindalphorn, and Buralpkopf, which offer expansive views over the Allgäu Alps and the Lake Constance region. Overnight stays are accommodated at the Staufner Haus at the start or in guesthouses and hotels in...

Circular hike from Alpe Hohenschwand to the Spitzlerberg near Oberstaufen, Bavaria Highlights of the route: - Hiking on paved paths - Wonderful alpine panorama

Wide valleys, rolling hills, towering mountains, dense forests and lively alpine meadows characterise the panorama. The route leads through the impressive Oberstaufen landscape in the Allgäu foothills of the Alps, where the spirit of Bavarian culture blends with rugged nature. The trek is one of the more challenging events in the Fjällräven Classic series. Frequently changing weather conditions increase the adventure factor.

An exciting section of the route through the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The twelfth stage of the Himmelsstürmer route has a lot to offer: The route leads along the Buenegg waterfalls, over the Tarzan footbridge and via the Hochgrat railway. This can be used for the journey to Staufner Haus. If you prefer to hike further, follow the path along the St Rochus Chapel to the Brunnennau waterfalls and over the Hochgrat to the Staufner Haus stage destination. Highlights: - Hündlekopf -...

Oberstaufen - Kapf - Hinterreute - Oberreute

Stage 15 of the long-distance hiking trail "Wasserläufer-Route", Baden-Württemberg/Bavaria. This is the fifteenth stage of the Water Strider Route, which forms the third main route of the "Allgäu Hiking Trilogy" alongside the Himmelsstürmer Route and the Wiesengänger Route. This section of the route from Oberstaufen to Oberreute is characterised by many expansive open landscapes, interspersed with a few stretches of forest, picturesque villages and secluded farmsteads. Considering the fairly...

Demanding section through the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The 13th stage of the Himmelsstürmer route is not for the faint-hearted. Using your hands and feet, you climb the steep but rope-secured section. You pass the Obergelchenschwand-Alpe, the Gütle-Alpe and Alpe Scheidwang. Continue over the Hiedenkopfn and Girenkopf to reach the stage destination of Baderschwang. Highlights: - Heidenkopf (rope passage) - Girenkopf (rope passage) - Mountain pine grove - Showplace Säntis - Church...