Best views trails in Oberstaufen

Waterfall loop in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful route lies in one of the last primeval forests in Germany. It starts at Oberstauffen railroad station. The trail heads east through the primeval forest-like Rainwald forest, on and on, directly to the Buchenegg waterfalls. These waterfalls plunge powerfully over 2 steps into the depths and offer a wonderful nature experience. As there are frequent ups and downs and the hike is sometimes quite steep and on slippery...

Popular loop in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful hike leads to the famous Buchenegg waterfalls. From the starting point, the route mostly follows green meadows to Alpe Neugreuth. This is open between May and the end of October (see tips). Surefootedness is required on the path before the waterfalls - it can be slippery here. The hike starts at the Imbergbahn car park, which is subject to a charge. A bus also goes here. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful views -...

Panoramic hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park near Oberstaufen. The hiking route leads from the Hochgratbahn valley station up to the mountain station, where the magnificent views over the main Alpine ridge can be enjoyed and the mountain restaurant and several huts invite to stop for refreshments. From here, it is possible to hike along the panoramic trail to the summit of the Hochgrat. The same route leads back to the starting point or the Hochgratbahn cable car can be taken. At the...

Challenging mountain hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Allgäu, Bavaria. Due to its length, the hike (as a loop) is not for beginners. Thanks to the Hochgratbahn, the sweaty ascent or the knee-straining descent can be avoided. The view from the Hochgrat is really beautiful. The loop is simply terrific and, in good weather conditions, an absolute top tour in the Allgäu Alps. Absolutely recommendable, even if there is always a lot going on at the Hochgrat summit. On average, it takes...

Popular high-altitude hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Austria. The Hochgratbahn takes you to the Hochgrat, where the easy panoramic tour begins. Beautiful views with a view as far as Lake Constance are almost guaranteed here. At the Hochgrat summit cross, it is a good idea to have a small picnic and enjoy the surroundings. At the starting point there is a paid parking lot and a bus connection to Oberstaufen. The use of the Hochgratbahn is also subject to a fee (see tips). There is a...

Easy hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Allgäu, Bavaria. The hike starts at the Hündle Bahn mountain station, stopping at the Berggaststätte s'Hündle. From here on, the route leads on managed paths and has to overcome some short climbs. At the end of the route is the Buchenegg waterfall and an opportunity to swim on warm days. It goes back afterward in the same way. Highlights: - Berggaststätte s'Hündle - Hündlekopf - Buchenegger waterfall

Popular loop in the Allgäu Alps, Bavaria. This loop leads from Oberstaufen through the Weißach valley to the Eibele waterfalls, which are located on the German-Austrian border. On the way back, it is possible to add a short detour to the Krebs waterfall. Highlights of the hike: - Eibele waterfalls - Weißach valley - Red deer enclosure of the Hotel Bergkristall - Crab waterfall

Panoramic hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike begins with a ride on the Hochgratbahn. Once you have arrived at the mountain station, you hike over the Seelekopf and the Rohnehoehe in a wide arc back to the Weissach valley. Sufficient sun protection and drinking water belong in the backpack - since the hike runs almost continuously through alpine areas, there is only little shade. Highlights of the hike: - Hochgrat - Refreshments at the Berggasthof Falkenhuette...

Varied circular hike near Lanzenbach in the Nagelfluhkette nature park. The tour starts at the parking lot of the Hochgrat-Bahn and leads to the Brunnenau-Scharte, then it continues over the Hochgrat summit to the Seelekopf and downhill again to the starting point. The hike is characterized by phenomenal views and impressive waterfalls.

You can park at the Gasthof Bad Rain. Just take a refreshment there after the tour and you were a guest The first two kilometers are steep uphill. The path is narrow and is also used by mountain bike riders for risky downhill rides. If it rained shortly before, the paths can be very soft and muddy. Extreme risk of slipping! Good footwear, trekking poles, good physical condition and surefootedness should be included. The path leads to the end of the long ascent over fenced alpine meadows and...