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Best wildlife trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

Best wildlife trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

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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.

Top sights

Hochwarte
Hochwarte
Peak
Übelhorn
Übelhorn
Peak
Konstanzer Tal
Konstanzer Tal
Valley
Alpsee-Strand
Alpsee-Strand
Beach
Buchenegg Waterfalls
Buchenegg Waterfalls
Waterfall
Hinterbolgen
Hinterbolgen
Peak

Top trails

  1. #1 - Buchenegger Waterfalls Circular Route

    4.1 (61)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    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...

  2. #2 - Steibis - Buchenegger Wasserfälle

    4.4 (60)·Moderate·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    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...

  3. #3 - Grosser Alpsee Circular Route

    4.1 (45)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Beautiful hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The starting point of this circular route sis the AlpSeeHaus car park. The Großer Alpsee is the largest natural lake in the Allgäu, surrounded by meadows, forests and mountains. In addition to the great hiking route, the Großer Alpsee also offers great swimming opportunities and, of course, fantastic views of the lake and the Allgäu Alps. There are refreshment stops along the way. On the way back, the route goes via Hintersee,...

  4. #4 - Riedberger Horn Circular Route

    4.7 (45)·Moderate·4.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Panoramic circular route in the western Allgäu Alps in the Nagefluhkette Nature Park. The beautiful route leads from the Grasgehren mountain hut along well-maintained paths and loamy alpine trails to the highest mountain in the Hörnergruppe. Although a few metres in altitude need to be overcome on the short route, the hike is technically easy. There is a cosy mountain hut at the starting point in Grasgehren for a stop for refreshments. There is also the "Grasgehren" bus stop for getting here...

  5. #5 - Hochgrat Circular Route

    4.8 (37)·Hard·12.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    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...

  6. #6 - Stuiben Klettersteig

    5.0 (26)·Moderate·14.2 km
    Panoramic hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park This magnificent hike starts at the mountain station of the Mittagbahn cable car. Alternatively, you can also start at the valley station, but this makes the hike considerably longer. From the mountain station, the route leads over the Bärenköpfle, Steineberg, Steinköpfle and Stuiben peaks. While the Bärenköpfle is still quite crowded, the hike becomes noticeably emptier the further you walk along the ridge to the Stuiben. A particular...

  7. #7 - Hündlekopf and Buchenegger Waterfalls

    4.6 (22)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    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

  8. #8 - Buchenegger Waterfall Trail

    4.6 (17)·Moderate·1.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Wonderful hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The hike leads from Buchenegg Straße, which leaves the village of Buchenegg to the south, to the roaring Buchenegger waterfall. At the starting point there is a toilet and a water connection. The mighty layers of rock that accompany the hike along the way can only be overcome at two narrow points. With tremendous force and a loud roar, the water falls down the rocks twice from 10 meters - wonderfully clear and foaming! It is possible...

  9. #9 - Hörnertour

    4.0 (23)·Hard·8.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Panoramic 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

  10. #10 - Ofterschwanger Horn

    4.4 (20)·Moderate·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Allgäu Alps, Bavaria. Many far-reaching views over the peaks of the Allgäu Alps await you on this hike near Ofterschwang. On the way to or from the Ofterschwanger Horn, you can take a breather at one of the mountain inns such as the Weltcuphütte. Alternatively, you can enjoy a picnic with a view at the summit cross (there are several wooden benches here). If travelling by car, tolls and parking fees apply. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Ofterschwanger Horn -...
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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)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail to hike in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park is Buchenegger Waterfalls Circular Route, which has a 4.1 star rating from 61 reviews. This trail is 11.1 km long with an elevation gain of 479 m.

What is the longest wildlife trail in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park is Himmelsstürmer-Route (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 365.8 km long.

How many wildlife trails are in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

There are 47 wildlife trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 595 AllTrails community reviews.

Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

Himmelsstürmer-Route (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 18,606 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Von Immenstadt nach Bolgenach, which has 2,344 m of elevation gain.

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