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Best snowshoeing trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

Best snowshoeing trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

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Bavaria
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#10 of 21 nature parks

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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 - Riedberger Horn Loop

    4.7 (45)·Moderate·2.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Panoramic loop in the western Allgäu Alps in the Nagefluhkette Nature Park. The beautiful route leads from the Grasgehren mountain hut along well-maintained paths and loamy alpine trails to the highest mountain in the Hörner group. Although you have to climb a few meters in altitude on the short route, the hike is technically easy. There is a cozy mountain hut at the starting point in Grasgehren where you can stop for refreshments. There is also the "Grasgehren" bus stop for those arriving...

  2. #2 - 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

  3. #3 - Immenstadt - Alpe Gund

    4.3 (7)·Hard·8.5 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Challenging and beautiful loop in Steigbach Valley, Bavaria. Start at the parking lot Edelweisspark Immenstadt, it goes through the natural wild Steigbach valley. Past the wooden chapel and the Hornacher hunting lodge, the path leads to the left before the bridge. Then begins the ascent towards the rear Krumbachalpe. The views along the almost one and a half thousand meter peaks are spectacular! The beautiful Alpe Gund invites you in summer not only to stop for a break but also to spend the...

  4. #4 - Rangiswanger Horn

    4.6 (13)·Hard·5.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    This route attracts many ski tourists every year, because the broken slopes and the low avalanche danger speak for themselves. The Rangiswanger Horn is located between the two ski areas Ofterschwand and Bolsterland. The summit offers beautiful views, promises sunny slopes and is far from the piste hustle and bustle.

  5. #5 - Ostertal Valley Loop

    5.0 (3)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Beautiful circular hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. Start is at the Ostertal parking lot. The loop leads through open countryside and sparse forests. Great views of the Allgäu Alps await along the way. You can stop off at the Hölleritzeralpe, Buhl's Alpe and the Mittelbergalpe. Highlights: - beautiful landscape - Views of Hochvogel

  6. #6 - Auf den Piesenkopf

    4.3 (3)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Spring ski tour
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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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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best hiking trail for snowshoeing in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best hiking trail for snowshoeing in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park is Riedberger Horn Loop, which has a 4.7 star rating from 45 reviews. This trail is 2.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,135 ft.

What is the longest snowshoeing trail in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest snowshoeing trail in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park is Immenstadt - Alpe Gund. This trail is estimated to be 8.5 mi long.

How many snowshoeing trails are in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

There are 6 snowshoeing trails in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park.These snowshoeing trails have an average 4.5-star ratingfrom 94 AllTrails community reviews.

Which snowshoeing trail has the most elevation gain in Nagelfluhkette Nature Park?

Hörnertour has the most elevation gain for snowshoeing trails with 2,837 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Immenstadt - Alpe Gund, which has 2,483 ft of elevation gain.

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