Best hard trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park
The Nagelfluhkette Nature Park is the first nature park to be located on both Bavarian and Austrian territory; it is named after the Nagelfluhkette mountain range. This consists of many round stones of different sizes that have been pressed together to form a conglomerate - or Nagelfluh. This mountain world of the Nagelfluhkette is beautifully contrasted by the four large valleys that follow its course in a west-east direction. The animals and plants have also adapted to the diverse landscape. You can find capercaillie and black grouse, golden eagles and white-backed woodpeckers, as well as purple gentian, stone carnation and silver firs. Alongside the Allgäu High Alps nature reserve and the Lechtal Alps, this nature park is one of the "hot spots of biodiversity" - in other words, it is home to an exceptionally large number of special species that are threatened at the same time. The protection of nature is therefore a top priority in the nature park in order to preserve these unique biocoenoses.
Visitors can discover the landscape on their own, or find out more on guided tours or in the nature park centre in the Alpseehaus. Regional cuisine can also be discovered in the numerous LandZunge inns.
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- 4.6 (66)·Hard·10 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrScenic circular route in the Bavarian Allgäu near Burgberg. The start is at the parking lot very close to the “Erzgrubenbähnle HolzerPfad” bus stop. It's uphill - and fitness is required here, because the destination is the Grünten, known as the guardian of the Alps, with its transmission mast. Fantastic panoramic views await connoisseurs here! It is nice to take a break in the Grüntenhaus before heading off to the last few meters in altitude. The Grüntenhaus is open in the summer months...
- 4.3 (60)·Hard·8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike near Burgberg in the Allgäu. The hiking route leads from the Alpe Weiherle (car park and bus stop) on partly stony hiking trails and stairs to the Grüntenhaus with refreshments available (note opening times). From here it is not far to the summit of the Grünten with spectacular views of the Allgäu Alps. Overall, the trail is not very difficult, but requires a good level of fitness. Sure-footedness is very important, especially when it is wet. Highlights: - Great views -...
- 4.6 (47)·Hard·5.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic 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...
- 4.6 (45)·Hard·7.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic mountain hike near Rettenberg in the Oberallgäu. Although the summit tour is not very long, it is still not a route for beginners and inexperienced hikers. You need a good basic level of fitness and surefootedness just before the summit. But the unique view rewards everyone who climbs to the summit. ----------------------------------------- Kammeregg" car park
- 4.8 (37)·Hard·12.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrChallenging 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...
- 4.3 (23)·Hard·7.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. Several peaks of varying degrees of difficulty can be climbed on this 7 km long alpine hike. To shorten the loop, you can simply skip the detour to the Wannenkopf. We recommend stopping off at the Grasgehren mountain hut after the hike. Highlights of the hike: - Riedberger Horn - Wannenkopf - Grasgehren mountain hut - magnificent panoramic views - Bolgen
- 4.0 (23)·Hard·8.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hike from Ofterschwang in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park. The Hörner tour from the Ofterschwang cable car mountain station to the Hörnerbahn mountain station leads over 5 peaks, 2 of which are crossed and 3 of which are circumnavigated. Here you have an excellent view of the Allgäu Alps, especially the Nebelhorn, and can also see the peaks of the Austrian Alps. ----------------------------- Mountain railway ascent/descent
- 4.8 (12)·Hard·5.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrAlpine hiking trail in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike in the Allgäu Alps starts at the Mittag mountain station. It is possible to either hike here or take the Mittagbahn cable car from Immenstadt im Allgäu for a fee (see tips). The Mittagbahn starts very close to Immenstadt railway station, so it is also easy to get here by public transport. The ascent to Steineberg is a little steeper (and downhill again on the way back), but apart from that the hike leads along a ridge...
- 4.5 (14)·Hard·9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful mountain tour in the Oberallgäu, Bavaria. The tour starts at the "Kammeregg car park", which is subject to a charge. The route leads via the Höfle Alp to the Grünten and outstanding panoramic views can be enjoyed along the way. It is nice to stop off at the Alpe Kammeregg, which is open from 10 am in summer (closed on Mondays) and also open from 10 am in winter (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays). For a shortcut, the Grüntenbahn railway from the Hochwartspitze back down into the...
- 4.2 (23)·Hard·10.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This is a panoramic circular hike in the Allgäu Alps starting in Immenstadt in the Allgäu. Overall, the route is rather relaxed, but not entirely short. Sometimes you hike on narrow climbs and sometimes on wider alpine paths. Right at the start, there is a long ascent that requires a bit of fitness. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Immenstädter Horn (1489 metres above sea level) - Views of the Großer Alpsee,...
Visitor info
The AlpSeeHaus Nature Park Centre is open daily from April to October from 10 am to 6 pm and from November to March daily from 10 am to 4 pm. (closed on 24, 25 December and 1 January)
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