Best historic site trails in Kempten
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Kempten with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·30.3 mi·Est. 12–13 hrStage 2 of the Iller cycle path. The second day tour of the Iller cycle path starts in the Allgäu metropolis Kempten with many historical sights and great vantage points. It continues northwards via the historic Kneipp spa Bad Grönenbach to the destination of the day, Memmingen. Highlights: - Kempten: St. Lorenz Basilica, view from Hildegardplatz to the Prince's Residence, view from the tower of St. Mang's Church - Kneipp spa Bad Grönenbach: High Castle, Lower Castle, ruins of Rothenstein...
- 3.0 (5)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis varied and historic circular hike leads through the heart of Kempten, one of Germany's oldest cities, and along the bubbling Iller River. The trail combines urban flair with the tranquility of the Allgäu river landscape and runs along an atmospheric mix of paved riverside promenades, historic old town alleys, and shady park paths. A central highlight is the view of the magnificent St. Lorenz Basilica and the Residenz, as well as the passage along the Iller bridges, which offer a sweeping...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·19.3 mi·Est. 9–10 hr9th stage of the Munich Way of St. James, Bavaria. After leaving the historic town of Kempten, this pilgrimage route quickly leads upwards and opens up new perspectives. From Mariaberg, the view sweeps far across the Allgäu landscape, while the Mulzer Föhre pine tree stands guard as a silent natural monument. A special moment of the stage is the arrival in Ermengerst, where the Munich Way of St. James meets the Augsburg Way of St. James and the paths merge. The trail continues over a...
- 3.6 (3)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly city walk in Allgaeu, Bavaria. The loop trail "In the footsteps of Kneipp" leads through the heart of Kempten. As the name suggests, one focus of the city walk is the legacy of Pastor Kneipp. Not only water treading pools, but also many of the most famous sights of Kempten can be admired and explored along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Kneipp facility in the Engelhaldepark - Gothic Church of St. Mang - Basilica of St. Lorenz - Lady Chapel - Trail along the Iller
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·32.2 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hrMarathon course in Kempten. This is a very demanding endurance course, which is mainly used for the Voralpenmarathon trail running event. The difficulty of the route is based solely on the considerable distance and the relentless, steep ascents and descents, not on technical terrain. The trail leads through the beautiful foothills of the Alps around Kempten, winding through the Kürnach forest and over scenic hills on a mixture of single trails, forest paths and nature trails. This...
- Moderate·21 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis route is Stage 2 of the Allgäu Cycle Route, a long-distance cycling route in Germany that runs from Kempten to Marktoberdorf. Starting in Kempten, cyclists cross the Iller River and ride past the Engelhalde Landscape Park into the “Energy Village” of Wildpoldsried. The route continues past the Wolkenberger Weiher to Unterthingau, home to its 16th-century castle, follows the Wertach River through Leuterschach, and ends in Marktoberdorf with a view of the Ammer Mountains. Overnight stays...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Kempten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Kempten is Pre-Alpine Marathon Kempten. This trail is estimated to be 32.2 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Kempten?
Kempten: With an ascent of 5,738 ft, Pre-Alpine Marathon Kempten has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Munich Way of St. James Stage 9_ Kempten - Weitnau with 3,356 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Kempten?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Kempten is Kempten - Blender - Eschach Trailrunde with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.