Best trails near Hochgrat
4.7(123 reviews)
Want to check out Hochgrat from the trail? Good news: 14 trails will get you there, including hiking and backpacking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 14 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hochgrat are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.8 (37)·Hard·7.5 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrChallenging 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...
- 4.8 (34)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular high-altitude hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Austria. The Hochgratbahn takes you to the Hochgrat, where the easy panoramic tour begins. Beautiful views with a view as far as Lake Constance are almost guaranteed here. At the Hochgrat summit cross, it is a good idea to have a small picnic and enjoy the surroundings. At the starting point there is a paid parking lot and a bus connection to Oberstaufen. The use of the Hochgratbahn is also subject to a fee (see tips). There is a...
- 4.4 (14)·Hard·7.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried circular hike near Lanzenbach in the Nagelfluhkette nature park. The tour starts at the parking lot of the Hochgrat-Bahn and leads to the Brunnenau-Scharte, then it continues over the Hochgrat summit to the Seelekopf and downhill again to the starting point. The hike is characterized by phenomenal views and impressive waterfalls.
- 4.4 (7)·Hard·5.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic summit hike in the Allgäu over the southern slope of the Hochgrat from Alpe Scheidwang, Bavaria. The highlight of this scenic hike is climbing the highest peak in the Nagelfluh chain, the Hochgrat at 1832 m above sea level. NN. From the Alpe Scheidwang car park, the path leads through the magnificent Allgäu mountains on easily accessible hiking trails uphill to the summit. Lush mountain meadows and mountain panoramas, torrents, rocks and groves dominate the entire route. The...
- 4.5 (6)·Hard·20.3 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrThe Nagelfluh crossing between the Mittagbahn and Hochgratbahn mountain stations is one of the most beautiful ridge hikes in the German Alps. The mountain tour proposed here extends the classic ridge hike through the Nagelfluh range into a challenging multi-day tour aimed at hikers with mountain experience. The hike starts in Immenstadt in the Allgäu and leads along the ridge of the Nagelfluhkette to Oberstaufen. Numerous peaks with an altitude of well over 1500 m above sea level are...
- 4.9 (10)·Hard·18.9 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrPicturesque and idyllic hike in the Allgäu Alps from Immenstadt to Bolgenach, Bavaria. This demanding and promising hike starts in Immenstadt and leads over the highest peaks of the Allgäu Alps to Bolgenach. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - View of the course of the Rhine
- 4.8 (3)·Hard·20.9 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrShortened version of the Immenstadt mountain marathon. The goal here is the middle station of the Mittagbergbahn. The route leads from Immenstadt (valley station Mittag-Bahn) over the ridge path of the Nagelfluhkette to the Hochgrat and back to the middle station of the railway. Theoretically, six peaks are climbed. However, the route does not go directly over them all (Stuiben is left on the left). The peaks are: Stuiben (1,749m), Sederer (1,737m), Buralkopf (1,772m), Gündelskopf (1,748m),...
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·10 mi·Est. 6–7 hrThis route follows stage 4 of the Maximiliansweg, a long-distance trail through Germany and Austria, beginning at the Staufner Haus and ending in Gunzesried. The path traverses the high alpine ridges of the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, crossing the prominent summits of the Hochgrat, Rindalphorn, and Buralpkopf, which offer expansive views over the Allgäu Alps and the Lake Constance region. Overnight stays are accommodated at the Staufner Haus at the start or in guesthouses and hotels in...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Hochgrat?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Hochgrat. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 14 hiking trails, 6 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Hochgrat?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hochgrat is Hochgrat Loop, which has a 4.8 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 7.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,349 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hochgrat?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hochgrat is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E5: Südliche Lauchalpe zur Kemptner Hütte. This trail is estimated to be 31.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hochgrat?
Hochgrat: With an ascent of 8,671 ft, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E5: Südliche Lauchalpe zur Kemptner Hütte has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Immenstädter Gebirgsmarathon (verkürzt) with 8,238 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hochgrat?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hochgrat is Hochgrat Loop with a 4.8-star rating from 37 reviews.
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