Best forest trails in Pfronten
4.5(290 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Pfronten with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.7 (54)·Hard·14 km·Est. 6–7 hrPopular circular hiking trail in Allgäu, Bavaria This is a varied circular hike south of Pfronten. Sturdy shoes and surefootedness are necessary for the Reichenbachklamm, especially after precipitation or snowfall. There are places to stop. Accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Reichenbach Gorge - Magnificent views over the Allgäu and as far as Tyrol - mountain streams - Summit of the Breitenberg - Mountain station of the Hochalpbahn
- 4.6 (44)·Hard·14.3 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrPopular circular route to the Bad Kissinger Hütte, Bavaria. The hike to the Bad Kissinger Hütte is one of the most beautiful tours in the Tannenheimer Tal and makes hikers' hearts beat faster. In summer, there are stunning views and lots of wildflowers along the way, from alpine roses to gentian. The route from Pfronten/Steinach railway station leads from the valley floor to the hut. The partly steep ascent is rewarded with a fantastic torrent gorge, the Reichenbachklamm. The route is...
- 4.4 (30)·Moderate·5.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike to the Ostlerhütte. The hike begins opposite the Fallmühle inn in the Achtal valley. The trail initially starts as a forest path, but soon turns into a steep, natural mountain path. This path leads uphill through a coniferous forest, where the ground is characterised by roots and stones, which requires surefootedness. The ascent leads up to the western ridge of the Breitenberg and follows this ridge path to the summit at the Ostlerhütte.
- 4.6 (50)·Hard·6.1 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic circular route near Nesselwang in the Ostallgäu. The circular route starts on the edge of Kappeln and leads through the adventurous Höllschlucht gorge past waterfalls and the "Teufelsküche" (Devil's Kitchen). The route soon reaches a beautiful forest and heads up to the Kappeler Alp, which offers wonderful views from the alpine meadows. It is not for nothing that this popular mountain hut is also known as the "Balcony of the Allgäu". Bavarian delicacies can be savoured during a break...
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·5.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic hike to the ruins of Falkenstein Castle, Bavaria. The romantic Falkenstein castle ruins are a popular excursion destination and tower over the wine village of Falkenstein in the Weinviertel region. The route leads uphill through forests and meadows. You can start at Pfronten-Steinach railway station or at the nearby car park. Highlights: - Castle ruins - great view - beautiful forest paths
- 4.7 (12)·Hard·11.4 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic circular route in the Bavarian Ostallgäu near Pfronten. This hiking route leads from the Breitenbergbahn valley station through the wild and romantic Reichenbachklamm gorge. Through the old forest with its large boulders, the natural gorge via steps and rope fixings, with the impressive waterfall as the highlight,can be discovered, Afterwards, the route continues to the beautifully situated Hochalphütte (refreshment stop) on the Breitenberg, from where a fabulous panoramic view of...
- 4.6 (10)·Hard·15.4 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike to the Breitenberg and the Osterlhütte from Pfronten-Steinach in Bavaria The route can be reached by bus and train (Pfronten-Steinach railway station). There are also great places to stop for refreshments along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful view with Alpine panorama from the Breitenberg - Spend the night at the campsite in Steinach - Refreshments on the Breitenberg and in Steinach
- 4.8 (12)·Hard·20.8 km·Est. 7–8 hrPanoramic circular route in Bavaria. Pfrontner's local mountain has two very different faces: from the mountain station of the Breitenberg cable car, there are just 100 metres of altitude to cover on wide tracks and footpaths. A correspondingly large number of excursionists can be found on this side of the mountain. Coming from the west, however, 900 metres in altitude have to be overcome on a rather lonely ridge hike. This circular route leads once around the Breitenberg. It starts at the...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Pfronten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Pfronten is Extreme MTB Marathon Pfronten 17. This trail is estimated to be 78.9 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Pfronten?
Pfronten: With an ascent of 3,192 m, Extreme MTB Marathon Pfronten 17 has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 64 : Pfronten - Tannheim with 1,290 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Pfronten?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Pfronten is Ostlerhütte and Reichenbachklamm with a 4.7-star rating from 54 reviews.