Best trails near Autal
4.6(32 reviews)
Autal: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Autal: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Autal are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (7)·Hard·8.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic summit hike in the Allgäu over the southern slope of the Hochgrat from Alpe Scheidwang, Bavaria. The highlight of this panoramic hike is the ascent of the highest peak of the Nagelfluhkette, the Hochgrat at 1832 metres above sea level. From the Alpe Scheidwang car park, the trail leads uphill through the magnificent Allgäu mountains on easy hiking trails to the summit. Lush mountain meadows and mountain panoramas, wild streams, rocks and woodland dominate the entire route. The...
- 4.9 (11)·Hard·10 kmPanoramic summit hike in the Allgäu from the Gunzesrieder Tal to the Stuiben. Duration: approx. 4:30 hours Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic Gunzesried Valley - Marvellous panoramic view from the 1749m high Stuiben to the Nagelfluh chain of the Allgäu Alps - Refreshments available at the Gerstenbrändle alpine hut - Climbing passage secured by wire rope
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·16.1 km·Est. 6–7 hrThis route follows stage 4 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at the Staufner Haus and ending in Gunzesried. The path traverses the high alpine ridges of the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, crossing the prominent summits of the Hochgrat, Rindalphorn, and Buralpkopf, which offer expansive views over the Allgäu Alps and the Lake Constance region. Overnight stays are accommodated at the Staufner Haus at the start or in guesthouses and hotels in...
- 4.0 (6)·Hard·7.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hike to the Siplingerkopf in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park. This short but crisp circular hike starts at a toll road in the Gunzesried valley. On the way through the heart of the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, you can marvel at the jags, ribs and layers of the Nagelfluh rock up close. You pass the interesting Siplinger Nadel rock formation before reaching the Siplingerkopf, which offers a breathtaking view over the Allgäu. Via the lushly overgrown western slope of the Tennenmooskopf...
- Hard·25.4 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrScenic route section in the Oberallgäu, Bavaria The fourth stage is a tough one - there are a few metres in altitude to overcome, but unforgettable natural moments await. If you wish, you can make life a little easier for yourself and take the Hündlebahn cable car to the mountain station at the start. You can stop for a snack at Alpe Scheidwang. You should allow around 8 hours for this stage. Highlights: - Buchenegg waterfalls - St Rochus Chapel Schindelberg
- Hard·15.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrDemanding section through the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The 13th stage of the Himmelsstürmer route is not for the faint-hearted. Using your hands and feet, you climb the steep but rope-secured section. You pass the Obergelchenschwand-Alpe, the Gütle-Alpe and Alpe Scheidwang. Continue over the Hiedenkopfn and Girenkopf to reach the stage destination of Baderschwang. Highlights: - Heidenkopf (rope passage) - Girenkopf (rope passage) - Mountain pine grove - Showplace Säntis - Church...
- Moderate·21.4 km·Est. 9–10 hrPicturesque section of the route in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The alternative route of the 15th stage of the Himmelsstürmer route starts in Grasgehren and leads over the Riedeberger Horn and the Ofterschwanger Horn through the valleys of Osterbach. Via the Gunzesrieder Säge you then hike over the ridge of the Nagelfluhkette. After Steineberg, the descent to the stage destination, Alpe Grund, begins. Highlights: - Fantastic views - Ostertaltobel
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Autal?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Autal. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Autal?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Autal is Wanderung über den Hochgrat, which has a 4.4 star rating from 7 reviews. This trail is 8.7 km long with an elevation gain of 534 m.
What is the longest trail near Autal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Autal is MTB: Aplsee - Gunzesrieder Säge - Rangiswanger Horn. This trail is estimated to be 57.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Autal?
Autal: With an ascent of 1,796 m, Oberallgäuer-Rundwanderweg stage 4: Oberstaufen - Balderschwang has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB: Aplsee - Gunzesrieder Säge - Rangiswanger Horn with 1,683 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Autal?
The most popular and difficult trail near Autal is Wanderung über den Hochgrat with a 4.4-star rating from 7 reviews.