Best river trails in Naturschutzgebiet Allgäuer Hochalpen

Panoramic hike in the Allgäu Alps, Bavaria Although the trail to Schrecksee is not necessarily one of the most demanding tours in the Allgäu, a certain level of fitness is required for the 16 kilometres. Almost 1,200 metres in altitude have to be conquered in alpine terrain - good footwear is just as important as surefootedness. At higher altitudes, snow can be expected until early summer. This charming hike is not short of picturesque landscapes and views. The highlight is of course the...

This fairly challenging route starts at the car park in Reichenbach and leads along paths, some of which are steep, through the Allgäu Alps up to the Rubihorn, which stands at almost 2,000 metres. As is always the case with hikes in alpine terrain, sturdy footwear and sure-footedness are essential here, particularly near the summit. The ridge path is secured with steel cables at a few particularly challenging sections. With picturesque panoramic views, nature trails through secluded...

This wonderful mountain hike begins south of Oberstdorf at the Nebelhornbahn car park (subject to a charge) and leads through the Allgäu High Alps Nature Reserve up to the Rubihorn. At the foot of this mountain lies the Unterer Gaisalpsee, which is just as breathtaking as the panoramic view from the Rubihorn. A truly dreamlike hike through a secluded high valley! There are places to stop for refreshments, and the route can be reached by bus and train (access to the starting point from...

Popular circular route in the Allgäu High Alps nature reserve, Bavaria. The Schrecksee, idyllically situated at 1813 metres above sea level, is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Allgäu Alps - in 2016, the lake was even named the "most beautiful mountain lake in the Alps" by Bergwelten magazine. Due to its location in the nature reserve, activities such as camping, barbecuing and lighting fires are prohibited at Schrecksee. The hike starts at the Auele bus stop and leads...

Popular, panoramic hiking trail in the Allgäu High Alps, Bavaria. This easily accessible trail requires some basic fitness. Starting from Oberstdorf, the route follows the Dr Hohenadel trail through the Oytal valley, past the babbling Oybach stream and with fantastic views of the surrounding landscape. Once you reach the highest point of the tour, the Berggasthof Oytalhaus is the perfect place to stop for refreshments (please note opening times). Highlights of the hike: - View of the Oytal...

Panoramic hike in the Allgäu High Alps, Bavaria This hike, which is not too difficult by Alpine standards, leads from the mountain station of the Nebelhornbahn to the idyllic Seealpsee over the indicator saddle and back again. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are recommended, as this trail is still located in the high mountains. After the hike, it is possible to stop off at the Nebelhorn market restaurant or the Gemsnest panorama bar before taking the gondola lift back down to Oberstdorf in...

Popular circular hike from Oberstdorf into the Allgäu High Alps. Highlights of the hike: - View of the Trettachspitze and Kratzer - Hölltobel trail with waterfall - Mountain village of Gerstruben - Idyllic mountain lake Christlessee ---------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train (Oberstdorf railway station)

Popular hike in the Allgäu High Alps, Bavaria. The ascent from Hinterstein to Schrecksee is not one of the most technically demanding hiking tours in the Allgäu High Alps, but you should still bring a good level of fitness, sturdy shoes and sure-footedness. This is a full-day hike - most hikers need around 3.5 - 4 hours just for the ascent. There is often snow at higher altitudes until late spring or early summer. As the Schrecksee is one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the Alps and...

Challenging hike from the Oytal to the Nebelhorn near Oberstdorf, Bavaria. Experienced hikers will get their money's worth on this tour. The Panoramaweg, which initially climbs steadily, leads from the Oytal up to the so-called Oytal Gleitweg. Here the path becomes very steep very quickly. The path often stops and is partially secured with steel cables. Via the Seealpsee it goes directly to the Edmund-Probst-Haus (and thus to the mountain station of the Nebelhornbahn). Now the steep ascent...

Popular climb to the Kemptner Hütte from Oberstdorf, Bavaria. The Kemptner Hütte in Oberstdorf is the hub in the Allgäu Alps and the starting point for two of the most popular crossings of the Alps: the classic E5 from Oberstdorf via Bozen to Verona and its extremely attractive variant to Meran. For many hikers, this route is the start of a longer journey. The ascent through the wildly beautiful Trettach Valley shows right from the start how beautiful such a hike can be. Along babbling...