Best waterfall trails in Scheidegg
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Scheidegg 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
- 4.5 (10)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrOn this hike, you can discover how the power of water has shaped the Allgäu landscape. The trail leads through a hilly pre-Alpine landscape to the Hasenreuth and Scheidegg waterfalls. Both cascade over rock faces made of Nagelfluh, a rock that is characteristic of the region. The route runs partly through narrow, moss-covered ravines and partly across open meadows with views of the surrounding area and shows the nature of the West Allgäu from its original side. The trail is partly designed...
- 4.6 (9)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis scenic mountain hike leads through the western foothills of the Allgäu Alps near the Austrian border. The trail opens up the picturesque hilly landscape around the mountain village of Scheffau (a district of Scheinberg) and leads up to the Hirschberg (1,095 m). The route runs along a varied mix of steep forest paths, mountain meadow trails, and quiet forest roads. A central highlight is the impressive panoramic view from the summit of the Hirschberg, which stretches across the...
- Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrStage 18 of the "Wasserläufer-Route" long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. Together with the Himmelsstürmer route and the Wiesengaenger route, the Wasserläufer route forms the "Allgäu hiking trilogy", a more than 400 km long network of long-distance hiking trails. The eighteenth stage is very relaxed with a length of 11 km and is all about the water. It goes from Scheidegg over the Waldsee to Lindenberg in the Allgäu. The undisputed highlight are the Scheidegger waterfalls, which cascade down...
- Hard·231.8 mi·Est. 24 hr+Outstanding long-distance hiking trail, the water strider route This long-distance hike leads through forests, along idyllic waters and offers impressive views. Through green valleys it goes past numerous sights and through idyllic villages. This varied hike is rich in cultural and historical sights and experiences close to nature. Highlights: -Numerous lakes and waterfalls -Trilogy rooms in the palace gardens -Home sites -Alpine gardens -Kneipp health resort Scheidegg -Lourdes...
- Moderate·15.4 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrStage 18a of the "Wasserläufer-Route" long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. Together with the Himmelsstürmer route and the Wiesengaenger route, the Wasserläufer route forms the "Allgäu hiking trilogy", a more than 400 km long network of long-distance hiking trails. This stage from Scheidegg to Eglofs combines the two stages 18 (Scheidegg to Lindenberg) and 19 (Lindenberg to Eglofs) into a longer alternative route. The highlights of the almost 25 km long hike include the Scheidegger...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Scheidegg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Scheidegg is Allgäu hiking trilogy: Wasserläufer route (long-distance hiking trail). This trail is estimated to be 231.8 mi long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Scheidegg?
Scheidegg: With an ascent of 45,777 ft, Allgäu hiking trilogy: Wasserläufer route (long-distance hiking trail) has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Scheffau - Birkenberg - Hirschberg with 1,863 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Scheidegg?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Scheidegg is Allgäu hiking trilogy: Wasserläufer route (long-distance hiking trail) with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.