Best wildlife trails in Oberstdorf

This fairly challenging route starts at the parking lot in Reichenbach and leads along partly steep trails through the Allgäu Alps up to the Rubihorn, which rises to nearly 2,000 meters. As is always the case with hikes in alpine terrain, sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are essential here, especially near the summit. The ridge trail is secured with steel cables at several particularly challenging sections. With picturesque panoramic views, nature trails through secluded woodlands,...

Popular loop trail in Oberallgaeu, Bavaria. This route expands the popular hiking trail through the Breitachklamm near Oberstorf into a beautiful loop. The Breitachklamm is one of the deepest gorges in the Bavarian Alps and one of the deepest rocky gorges in Central Europe. Alpine conditions prevail in the gorge - sturdy shoes are a must and short-term closures due to dangerous weather conditions are possible. The way back is relaxed and full of beautiful views of the surrounding mountain...

This wonderful mountain hike begins south of Oberstdorf at the Nebelhornbahn parking lot (which charges a fee) 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 is accessible by bus and train (access to the starting point from the...

Varied, popular hiking trail near Oberstdorf, Bavaria. The Breitachklamm is the deepest rock gorge in Central Europe. The route begins at the Breitachklamm car park, which is subject to a charge, and follows the Breitach to the south. Arriving at the fork, turn left and briefly along the Schanztabelbach before reaching Walserschanz. From there it goes back. However, there are various ways to vary the route. Access to the gorge is chargeable (tickets can be booked on site or online) and...

Popular hiking trail with great views in the Allgäu High Alps, Bavaria. This easily walkable path requires a basic level of fitness. From Oberstdorf, it goes along the Dr.-Hohenadel-Weg through the Oytal, past the babbling Oybach and with fantastic views of the surrounding landscape. Arriving at the highest point of the tour, the Berggasthof Oytalhaus is a good place to stop for refreshments (note opening times). Highlights of the hike: - View of the Oy Valley - Oybach natural event -...

Challenging hike from the Oytal to the Nebelhorn near Oberstdorf, Bavaria. Experienced hikers will get their money's worth on this tour. The Panoramaweg, which initially climbs steadily, leads from the Oytal up to the so-called Oytal Gleitweg. Here the path becomes very steep very quickly. The path often stops and is partially secured with steel cables. Via the Seealpsee it goes directly to the Edmund-Probst-Haus (and thus to the mountain station of the Nebelhornbahn). Now the steep ascent...

Promising hike in Voralberg, Bavaria. The panorama hike or border hike on the Fellhorngrat is a popular themed trail in the Kleinwalsertal of Vorarlberg. The tour begins with the Söllereckbahn and initially goes up to 1358m. From there the route runs on a slightly uphill path to the 'Anderl-Heckmair-Gedächtniseg', which leads in serpentines through alpine rose slopes to the Söllerkopf (1940m). The beautiful, varied tightrope walk continues over the Schlappoldkopf (1968m) and the summit of...

Popular climb to the Kemptner Hütte from Oberstdorf, Bavaria. The Kemptner Hütte in Oberstdorf is the hub in the Allgäu Alps and the starting point for two of the most popular crossings of the Alps: the classic E5 from Oberstdorf via Bozen to Verona and its extremely attractive variant to Meran. For many hikers, this route is the start of a longer journey. The ascent through the wildly beautiful Trettach Valley shows right from the start how beautiful such a hike can be. Along babbling...

Trail with fantastic views near Oberstdorf in the Allgäu High Alps, Bavaria. The gliding path is often exposed and secured with steel cables. Still, the descent from the Nebelhornbahn to the idyllic Seealpsee in the Oytal is one of the most beautiful but demanding descents in the Allgäu Alps. Therefore it is only suitable for experienced hikers. Sure-footedness and a head for heights are required, and sturdy shoes are necessary. Danger! In the rugged terrain, falling rocks cannot be ruled...

Panoramic hike in the Allgäu, Bavaria. The start is at the Söllereckbahn mountain station, so the cable car can be taken up here in comfort (for a fee). The nature adventure trail offers fantastic views as well as many exciting and informative interactive stations. A long jump facility, a telescope, a tree xylophone, a seesaw and a tree telephone are just some of the interactive stations that wait on this hike. The Freibergsee lake also offers an excellent opportunity for refreshment. There...