Best trails near Rubihorn

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...

This adventurous circuit starts in Reichenbach and leads visitors on a grand tour of four majestic peaks: the Entschenkopf, Geißfuß, Gaisalphorn, and Rubihorn. The journey offers a stunning birds-eye view of the turquoise Gaisalpsee, a high-altitude lake nestled in the valley below. Along the rocky ridges, the Alpine Chamois, a native goat-antelope that thrives on these steep slopes can be seen sometimes. Because the route involves narrow ridges and some light climbing sections with steel...

This route is a true Allgäu classic and leads from the valley up to the rugged summit of the Rubihorn 1,957m. Safety equipment, including a via ferrata set and a helmet, is required to safely tackle the steep, wire-roped sections on the Rubihorn. The route is officially categorised as via ferrata B/C and offers technical passages where iron pins and steel cables provide support above exposed rock faces. On the ascent, you pass the idyllic Gaisalpsee, a crystal-clear mountain lake in a...

Park at the Nebelhorn - drive up one station - then take the path to the Rubihorn and continue towards Gaisalpsee. Halfway down, take a forgotten path (not marked on most maps) towards Kleiner Gaisalpsee and then up to the 2nd saddle. Cross it and head towards Edmund-Probst-Haus. Then descend via the Seealpsee and the gliding path to the Oytalhaus.