Best forest trails in Pfronten
4.5(290 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Pfronten 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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- 4.7 (52)·Hard·8.7 mi·Est. 6–7 hrPopular loop hiking trail in Allgäu, Bavaria loop hike south of Pfronten. Sturdy shoes and surefootedness are necessary for the Reichenbachklamm, especially after precipitation or snowfall. There are places to stop. Accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Reichenbach Gorge - Magnificent views over the Allgäu and as far as Tyrol - mountain streams - Summit of the Breitenberg - Mountain station of the Hochalpbahn
- 4.6 (43)·Hard·8.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrPopular loop to the Bad Kissinger Hütte, Bavaria. The hike to the Bad Kissinger Hütte is one of the most beautiful tours in the Tannenheimer Tal and makes hikers' hearts beat faster. In summer, there are stunning views and lots of wildflowers along the way, from alpine roses to gentian. The route from Pfronten/Steinach railway station leads from the valley floor to the hut. The partly steep ascent is rewarded with a fantastic torrent gorge, the Reichenbachklamm. The route is north-facing...
- 4.4 (29)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike to the Ostlerhütte. The hike starts opposite the Fallmühle inn in the Achtal valley. The trail initially starts as a forest path, but soon turns into a steep, natural mountain path. This path leads uphill through a coniferous forest, where the ground is characterized by roots and stones, which requires surefootedness. The ascent leads up to the western ridge of the Breitenberg and follows this ridge path to the summit at the Ostlerhütte.
- 4.6 (50)·Hard·3.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic loop near Nesselwang in the Ostallgäu. The loop starts on the edge of Kappeln and leads through the adventurous Höllschlucht gorge, past waterfalls, and the "Teufelsküche" (Devil's Kitchen). The route soon reaches a beautiful forest and heads up to the Kappeler Alp, which offers lovely views from the alpine meadows. It is not for nothing that this famous mountain hut is also known as the "Balcony of the Allgäu." Bavarian delicacies can be enjoyed during a break in the hut, which is...
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·3.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic hike to the castle ruins of Falkenstein, Bavaria. The romantic castle ruins of Falkenstein are a popular destination and tower over the wine town of Falkenstein in the Weinviertel. The way there leads uphill through forest and fields. You can start at the Pfronten-Steinach train station or at the nearby car park. Highlights: - Castle ruins - great view - beautiful forest trails
- 4.7 (12)·Hard·7.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic loop in the Bavarian Ostallgäu near Pfronten. This hiking route leads from the Breitenbergbahn Valley station through the wild and romantic Reichenbachklamm Gorge. Through the old forest with its giant boulders, the natural gorge via steps and rope fixings, with the impressive waterfall as the highlight, can be discovered, Afterwards, the route continues to the beautifully situated Hochalphütte (refreshment stop) on the Breitenberg, from where a fabulous panoramic view of the...
- 4.6 (10)·Hard·9.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike to the Breitenberg and the Osterlhütte from Pfronten-Steinach in Bavaria The route can be reached by bus and train (Pfronten-Steinach train station). You can also take a nice break along the route. Highlights of the hike: - wonderful view with alpine panorama from the Breitenberg - Spend the night at the campsite in Steinach - Refreshments at the Breitenberg and in Steinach
- 4.8 (12)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrPanoramic loop in Bavaria. Pfrontner's local mountain has two very different faces: from the mountain station of the Breitenberg cable car, there are just 100 metres of altitude to cover on wide tracks and footpaths. A correspondingly large number of excursionists can be found on this side of the mountain. Coming from the west, however, 900 metres in altitude have to be overcome on a rather lonely ridge hike. This loop leads once around the Breitenberg. It starts at the car park directly at...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Pfronten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Pfronten is Extreme MTB Marathon Pfronten 17. This trail is estimated to be 49.0 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Pfronten?
Pfronten: With an ascent of 10,472 ft, Extreme MTB Marathon Pfronten 17 has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Via Alpina Purple Trail, Segment 64 : Pfronten - Tannheim with 4,232 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Pfronten?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Pfronten is Ostlerhütte and Reichenbachklamm with a 4.7-star rating from 52 reviews.