Best lake trails in Kempten
4.5(12 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake 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.
Top trails
- 4.3 (4)·Hard·21.6 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrVaried bike tour or hike in the Allgäu, Bavaria. With an (all-terrain) bike, this route can be completed wonderfully. During the summer, a more extended stopover at one of the four official bathing spots at Lake Niedersonthofen is worthwhile. On the way, there are both overnight stays and refreshment stops, so the tour can easily be divided into several stages. It is also worth planning a little time to explore the old town of Kempten. Highlights of the tour: - Niedersonthofener See - Old...
- 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...
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in Allgaeu, Bavaria. The start and finish of the Kemptener Rundwanderweg Ost is the Lohmuehletobel car park. First you walk through the Engelhaldepark before crossing under the Schumacherring and leaving the city behind on the "Path of the Trees". A short loop around the Bachtelweiher follows. Then you walk through Ludwigshoehe back to Engelhaldepark. With the exception of the loop at the Bachtelweiher (firm gravel path), you walk on paved footpaths and cycle...
- 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 lake trail in Kempten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Kempten is Pre-Alpine Marathon Kempten. This trail is estimated to be 32.2 mi long.
Which lake 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 lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Kempten - Blender - Eschach Trailrunde with 3,257 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Kempten?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Kempten is Kempten Loop to Niedersonthofener See with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.