Best waterfall trails in Pfronten
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Explore the most popular waterfall 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...
- 4.6 (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...
- 4.7 (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...
- 4.8 (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...
- 2.1 (5)·Hard·3.9 kmChallenging hike in the Allgäu, Bavaria. This route is a relatively easier alternative to the ascent from Milchhäusle to Kienberg. The hike is steep and you walk on narrow (but not overgrown or muddy, as it is south-facing) paths in the grass or forest. The paths are somewhat exposed, so surefootedness is essential. This hike is not advisable in wet conditions. First follow the forest road (not the footpath) to the Milchhäusle. At the large hairpin bend, go straight ahead through the gate,...
- Hard·10.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried route section in the Ostallgäu, Bavaria. The fifth stage of the Himmelsstürmer route takes you from Pfronten along the Höllenschlucht gorge and the hay museum up to the Kappeler Alp. The route to Nesselwang leads along the waterfall trail. Alternatively, you can also use the Alpspitzbahn cable car to reach your stage destination. Highlights: - Höllschlucht gorge - Viewpoints of the Zugspitze - Waterfall trail - Hay museum - Forest ropes course
- Hard·10.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrStage 8 of the long-distance hiking trail "Wasserläufer-Route", Bavaria. Together with the Himmelsstürmer-Route and the Wiesengänger-Route, the Wasserläufer-Route forms the "Wandertrilogie Allgäu" long-distance hiking trail network. The eighth stage of the Water Strider Route starts in Pfronten, which is idyllically situated directly on the River Vils. The 11-kilometre route leads through picturesque mountain landscapes to the Kappelköpfl, from where you hike next to the Alpspitzbahn cable...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Pfronten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Pfronten is Breitenberg. This trail is estimated to be 20.8 km long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Pfronten?
Pfronten: With an ascent of 1,135 m, Bad Kissinger Hütte has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Ostlerhütte and Reichenbachklamm with 1,008 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Pfronten?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Pfronten is Ostlerhütte and Reichenbachklamm with a 4.7-star rating from 54 reviews.