Best trails near Großer Alpsee
4.2(167 reviews)
Want to check out Großer Alpsee from the trail? Good news: 17 trails will get you there, including camping, 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 16 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Großer Alpsee are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (69)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This varied loop on the northern shore of the Großer Alpsee leads via Zaumberg and Trieblings to the Siedelalpe. From there, there are great views of Mittag and the Gschwender Horn, the peaks of the Nagelfluhkette and the Grünten behind it, as well as the picturesque Illertal valley and the Allgäu High Alps. At the end, the day can be rounded off wonderfully by the lake. Highlights of the hike: - View of the Alpsee - Siedelalpe -...
- 4.1 (45)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hike in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The starting point of this loop is the AlpSeeHaus parking lot. The Großer Alpsee is the largest natural lake in the Allgäu, surrounded by meadows, forests, and mountains. In addition to the excellent hiking route, the Großer Alpsee also offers excellent swimming opportunities and fantastic views of the lake and the Allgäu Alps. There are places to stop for refreshments. On the way back, the route goes via Hintersee, Gschwend, and...
- 4.2 (20)·Hard·8.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrDemanding summit tour near Immenstadt in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park. This loop leads along a panoramic path over the Immenstädter Horn, the local mountain of Immenstadt in the Allgäu. The descent is via the Kanzelweg, past the Kanzel, where once again a wonderful view of the town and the entire valley as far as the large Alpine lake, can be enjoyed. The start is at the car park on Badeweg. However, the hike can also be started from Immenstadt railway station. It is possible to stop off...
- 4.1 (11)·Moderate·18.7 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrVaried bike tour in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful bike tour covers a distance of a good 30 km through the valley of the Konstanzer Ach, an idyllic little river in the Oberallgaeu. When circumnavigating the Grosser Alpsee, numerous detours are possible, for example to the Kleiner Alpsee or to the ruins of Hugofels Castle. The tour can be ridden in one piece or in two stages. Highlights of the tour: - Alpsee - Oberstaufen - Valley of the Konstanzer Ach - St. James...
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrA scenic stretch of road near Immenstadt, Bavaria. The eleventh stage of the Himmelsstürmer Route leads to the so-called "viewing balcony". From the Pfarralpe there are fantastic views over the Alpsee and on the route over Thaler Höhe, Salmaser Höhe and Kalzhofner Höhe to the Oberstaufen stage destination, you always have phenomenal views of the region. Highlights: - Lido at the Alpsee - Pfarralpe - Thaler height - Salmaser height - Kalzhofer Höhe
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·23.7 mi·Est. 9.5–10 hrStage 2 of the Bodensee-Koenigssee cycle path at the foot of the Bavarian Alps. The 2nd stage of the long-distance cycle path leads from Eglofs past the “climatic health resort” Oberstaufen to the Großer Alpsee, where you can enjoy a break with a wonderful alpine panorama. From there it is not far to the destination of today's stage in Immenstadt im Allgäu, which has historic castle ruins, the Allgäu mountain farming museum and further views of the Alps on the Stuiben or the Immenstädter...
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·15.1 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrA varied mountain bike tour in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria This is a varied mountain bike tour from Blaichach train station via Bühl am Alpsee and the Seifenmoos Alpe, which is also a real pleasure as a hike. You cross wild forests, pass pretty bodies of water and enjoy fantastic views over the Nagelfluhkette and the Großer Alpsee. Between kilometers four and ten you gain a few hundred meters in altitude, which is why you should bring a certain level of fitness. There are places...
- 4.7 (7)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrHike to the Great Alpsee, Bavaria. The Great Alpsee is the largest natural lake in the Allgäu and is embedded in meadows, forests and mountains. The route starts in Stein and leads alternately through wooded and open terrain. Shortly before you reach the Alpsee, there is a small detour to Rothenfels Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Visit the ruins of Rothenfels Castle - Swimming in the Alpsee - tranquil forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Großer Alpsee?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Großer Alpsee. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 12 hiking trails, 6 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Großer Alpsee?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Großer Alpsee is Alpsee - Siedelalpe, which has a 4.6 star rating from 69 reviews. This trail is 6.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,046 ft.
What is the longest trail near Großer Alpsee?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Großer Alpsee is MTB: Aplsee - Gunzesrieder Säge - Rangiswanger Horn. This trail is estimated to be 35.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Großer Alpsee?
Großer Alpsee: With an ascent of 5,521 ft, MTB: Aplsee - Gunzesrieder Säge - Rangiswanger Horn has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Über den Staufner Berg zum Großen Alpsee with 3,700 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Großer Alpsee?
The most popular and difficult trail near Großer Alpsee is Immenstadt - Alpe Gschwenderberg - Immenstädter Horn with a 4.2-star rating from 20 reviews.
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