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Best hard trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

Best hard trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

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The Nagelfluhkette Nature Park is the first nature park to be located on both Bavarian and Austrian territory; it is named after the Nagelfluhkette mountain range. This consists of many round stones of different sizes that have been pressed together to form a conglomerate - or Nagelfluh. This mountain world of the Nagelfluhkette is beautifully contrasted by the four large valleys that follow its course in a west-east direction. The animals and plants have also adapted to the diverse landscape. You can find capercaillie and black grouse, golden eagles and white-backed woodpeckers, as well as purple gentian, stone carnation and silver firs. Alongside the Allgäu High Alps nature reserve and the Lechtal Alps, this nature park is one of the "hot spots of biodiversity" - in other words, it is home to an exceptionally large number of special species that are threatened at the same time. The protection of nature is therefore a top priority in the nature park in order to preserve these unique biocoenoses.

Visitors can discover the landscape on their own, or find out more on guided tours or in the nature park center in the Alpseehaus. Regional cuisine can also be discovered in the numerous LandZunge inns.

Top sights

Hochwarte
Hochwarte
Peak
Übelhorn
Übelhorn
Peak
Konstanzer Tal
Konstanzer Tal
Valley
Alpsee-Strand
Alpsee-Strand
Beach
Buchenegg Waterfalls
Buchenegg Waterfalls
Waterfall
Hinterbolgen
Hinterbolgen
Peak

Top trails

  1. #1 - Burgberg - Grünten Circular Route

    4.6 (66)·Hard·6.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Scenic loop in the Bavarian Allgäu near Burgberg. The start is at the parking lot very close to the “Erzgrubenbähnle HolzerPfad” bus stop. It's uphill - and fitness is required here, because the destination is the Grünten, known as the guardian of the Alps, with its transmission mast. Fantastic panoramic views await connoisseurs here! It is nice to take a break in the Grüntenhaus before heading off to the last few meters in altitude. The Grüntenhaus is open in the summer months (see tips)....

  2. #2 - Alpe Weiherle - Grünten Summit

    4.3 (59)·Hard·5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Panoramic hike near Burgberg in the Allgäu. The hiking route leads from the Alpe Weiherle (parking lot and bus stop) on partly stony hiking trails and stairs first to the Grüntenhaus with refreshments available (note opening times). From here it is not far to the summit of the Grünten with spectacular views of the Allgäu Alps. Overall, the trail is not very difficult, but requires a good level of fitness. Surefootedness is very important, especially when it is wet. Highlights: - Great...

  3. #3 - Hochgrat - Mountain Station

    4.6 (46)·Hard·3.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    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...

  4. #4 - Hochgrat Loop

    4.8 (37)·Hard·7.5 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    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...

  5. #5 - Auf den Grünten

    4.6 (44)·Hard·4.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Promising mountain hike near Rettenberg in Oberallgäu. Although the summit tour is not very long, it is still not a route for beginners and inexperienced hikers. You need a good basic level of fitness and surefootedness shortly before the summit. But the unique view rewards everyone who climbs the summit. ----------------------------------------- Parking "Kammeregg"

  6. #6 - 3 Summit Tour: Mittag - Bärenköpfle - Steineberg

    4.8 (12)·Hard·3.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Alpine hiking trail in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike in the Allgäu Alps starts at the Mittag mountain station. It is possible to either hike here or take the Mittagbahn cable car from Immenstadt im Allgäu for a fee (see tips). The Mittagbahn starts very close to Immenstadt railway station, so it is also easy to get here by public transport. The ascent to Steineberg is a little steeper (and downhill again on the way back), but apart from that the hike leads along a ridge...

  7. #7 - Riedberger Horn and Wannenkopf

    4.3 (23)·Hard·4.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. Several peaks of different difficulty levels can be scaled on this 7 km long alpine hike. To shorten the loop, you can simply skip the detour to Wannenkopf. A stop at the Grasgehren mountain hut after the hike is recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Riedberger Horn - Wannenkopf - Grasgehren mountain hut - great panoramic views - Bolgen

  8. #8 - Hörnertour

    4.0 (23)·Hard·5.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Promising hike from Ofterschwang in the Nagelfluhkette nature park. The Hörnertour from the mountain station of Ofterschwang to the mountain station of the Hörnerbahn leads over 5 peaks, of which 2 are crossed and 3 are circumnavigated. Here you have a great view of the Allgäu Alps, especially the Nebelhorn, and you can also see the peaks of the Austrian Alps. ----------------------------- Mountain railway ascent / descent

  9. #9 - Immenstaedter Horn from Immenstadt im Allgaeu

    4.3 (21)·Hard·6.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This is a panoramic loop trail in the Allgaeu Alps starting in Immenstadt im Allgaeu. Overall, the route is rather relaxed, but not very short. Sometimes you hike on narrow paths and sometimes on wider alpine paths. Right at the beginning there is a long climb that requires a bit of fitness. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Immenstaedter Horn (1489 m above sea level) - Views of the Great Alpsee, the Oberallgaeu and the...

  10. #10 - Alpe Kammeregg - Grünten

    4.5 (14)·Hard·5.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Beautiful mountain tour in the Oberallgäu, Bavaria. The tour starts at the "Kammeregg car park", which is subject to a charge. The route leads via the Höfle Alp to the Grünten and outstanding panoramic views can be enjoyed along the way. It is nice to stop off at the Alpe Kammeregg, which is open from 10 am in summer (closed on Mondays) and also open from 10 am in winter (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays). For a shortcut, the Grüntenbahn railway from the Hochwartspitze back down into the...
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Nature Park Center AlpSeeHaus is open from April - October daily from 10 am - 6 pm and from November - March daily from 10 am - 4 pm. (closed on 24., 25.12. and 01.01.)

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