Best backpacking trails in Sonthofen

Scenic marathon run in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park from Sonthofen. The Allgäu Panorama Marathon was launched in 2007 with the intention of offering participants a scenic route where they can get to know the Hörner Group. The first half is characterised by meadows, trails and stony climbs. The second half begins with a slightly undulating forest run before ending - after a short but steep climb - in a run along the river. --- Accessible by bus and train

The Allgäu Panorama Marathon has been held once a year since 2009 and has something for everyone – from the Kids’ Run to this ultra-marathon. As there is only a slight change in altitude, there’s no need to bring a change of clothes. The race starts at the Allgäu Outlet Centre and finishes at the indoor swimming pool in Wonnemar (800 metres from the start). A fit runner will take around 10 hours to complete the course. Anyone who finds running downhill difficult should allow for around 11...

Varied circular hiking trail in the Oberallgäu, Bavaria. This circular hike leads from Sonthofen, the Alpine Town of the Year 2005, via Bad Hindelang, Bichel and Burgberg. The route is a good 45 kilometres long in total. However, it can be walked in several shorter daily stages due to the wide range of overnight accommodation options. Highlights of the hike: - Sonthofen - Starzlach - Detour to the Burgberg ruins (optional) - Wertach