Best views trails in Oberstaufen

Waterfall circular route in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful route lies in one of the last primeval forests in Germany. It starts at Oberstauffen railway station. The route heads eastwards, first through the primeval forest-like Rainwald and then onwards to the Buchenegg waterfalls. These waterfalls plunge powerfully over 2 steps into the depths and offer a marvellous experience of nature. As there are frequent ups and downs and the hike is sometimes quite steep and...

Popular circular route in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful hike leads to the famous Buchenegg waterfalls. From the starting point, the route mostly follows green meadows to Alpe Neugreuth. This is open between May and the end of October (see tips). Surefootedness is required on the path before the waterfalls - it can be slippery here. The hike starts at the Imbergbahn car park, which is subject to a charge. A bus also goes here. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful...

Panoramic hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park near Oberstaufen. The hiking route leads from the Hochgratbahn valley station up to the mountain station, where the magnificent views over the main Alpine ridge can be enjoyed and the mountain restaurant and several huts invite to stop for refreshments. From here, it is possible to hike along the panoramic trail to the summit of the Hochgrat. The same route leads back to the starting point or the Hochgratbahn cable car can be taken. At the...

Challenging mountain hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Allgäu, Bavaria. Due to its length, the hike (as a circular route) is not for beginners. Thanks to the Hochgratbahn, the sweaty ascent or the knee-straining descent can be avoided. The view from the Hochgrat is really beautiful. The circular hike is simply terrific and, in good weather conditions, an absolute top tour in the Allgäu Alps. Absolutely recommendable, even if there is always a lot going on at the Hochgrat summit. On...

Popular high-altitude hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Austria. The Hochgratbahn takes you to the Hochgrat, where the easy panoramic tour begins. Beautiful views with a view as far as Lake Constance are almost guaranteed here. At the Hochgrat summit cross, it is a good idea to have a small picnic and enjoy the surroundings. At the starting point there is a paid parking lot and a bus connection to Oberstaufen. The use of the Hochgratbahn is also subject to a fee (see tips). There is a...

Easy hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Allgäu, Bavaria. The hike begins at the Hündle Bahn mountain station with a stop for refreshments at the Berggaststätte s'Hündle. From here, the route leads along serviced paths and has to overcome a few short climbs. At the end of the route is the Buchenegg waterfall and an opportunity to go swimming on warm days. It then goes back along the same route. Highlights: - Berggaststätte s'Hündle - Hündlekopf - Buchenegger waterfall

Popular circular route in the Allgäu Alps, Bavaria. This circular route leads from Oberstaufen through the Weißach valley to the Eibele waterfalls located on the German-Austrian border. On the way back, it is possible to add a short detour to the Krebs waterfall. Highlights of the hike: - Eibele waterfalls - Weißach valley - Red deer enclosure of the Hotel Bergkristall - Crab waterfall

Panoramic hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike begins with a ride on the Hochgratbahn. Once you have arrived at the mountain station, you hike over the Seelekopf and the Rohnehoehe in a wide arc back to the Weissach valley. Sufficient sun protection and drinking water belong in the backpack - since the hike runs almost continuously through alpine areas, there is only little shade. Highlights of the hike: - Hochgrat - Refreshments at the Berggasthof Falkenhuette...

Varied circular hike near Lanzenbach in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park. The tour starts at the Hochgrat-Bahn car park and leads to the Brunnenau-Scharte, then continues over the Hochgrat summit to the Seelekopf and back downhill to the starting point. The hike is characterised by phenomenal views and impressive waterfalls.

You can park at the Bad Rain inn. After the tour, simply enjoy a refreshment there and you've been a guest The first two kilometres are steeply uphill. The path is narrow and is also used by mountain bikers for risky downhill rides. If it has rained recently, the paths can be very soggy and muddy. Extreme danger of slipping! Good footwear, trekking poles, a good level of fitness and sure-footedness are essential. At the end of the long ascent, the path leads across fenced-in alpine meadows...