Best trails near Steigbach
3.9(14 reviews)
Want to check out Steigbach from the trail? Good news: 10 trails will get you there, including hiking, backpacking, and camping 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 10 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Steigbach are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 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...
- 4.0 (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...
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·41.2 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hrStage 3 of the Bodensee-Königssee cycle path at the foot of the Alps. Right at the beginning of the 3rd stage of the long-distance cycle path, the Allgäu Grünten mountain ridge, also known as the “Guardian of the Alps”, offers a great panorama. It continues through the Wertach Valley to the Gründensee, which invites you to linger. In the further course of the bike tour, two climatic health resorts await you: Oy-Mittelberg and Nesselwang. While in Oy-Mittelberg you can marvel at St. Michael,...
- 3.1 (2)·Hard·10.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrIdyllic circular hike with great views in the Allgäu. This beautiful circular hike starts in Immenstadt im Allgäu and leads up to midday on easily walkable paths. Here you can take your first break or continue hiking to the Bärenköpfle to enjoy the wonderful view of the Allgäu Alps. Via the Alpe Vorder Krumbach you return to the starting point of the tour. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshments
- Hard·15.7 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrFrom Blaichach along the Iller to Immenstadt. Ascent through the Steigbachtal past the Alpe Wildegund to the junction hiking trail 'Immenstädter Horn'. From here carry the bike approx. 200 m to the summit. Descent on a wonderful flow trail past the Alpe Alp to the Alpe Rabennest. Continue on the road down to Bühl am Alpsee. On the bike path to Immenstadt and along the Iller back to Blaichach.
- Moderate·12.5 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried route section in Steigbachtal, Bavaria. The alternative route of the tenth stage of the Himmelsstürmer Route leads from Alpe Grund through the Steigbachtal. First it goes up to the ruins of Hugofels with a view of the Kleiner Alpsee. The path then leads along the Großer Alpsee and from the Pfarralpe to the stage destination Missen-Wilhelms. Highlights: - Great Alpsee - View of the Kleiner Alpsee - Nature trail on the moor - Carl-Hirnbein-Museum - Waterfall in the Steigbachtobel -...
- Moderate·12.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrBeautiful section of the route in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The 13th stage of the Wasserläufer route leads through the Steigbachtal, along the Hugofels castle ruins, from which one has excellent views of the Kleiner Alpsee, to the stage destination of Missen-Wilhams. From Alpe Grund, you hike along the banks of the Großer Alpsee to the Pfarralpe, before you go through the Tuffenmoos to the stage destination. Highlights: - Limestone outcrop - View of the Alpsee - Waterfall in...
- Moderate·7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrA varied section of the route in the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park, Bavaria. The tenth stage of the Himmelsstürmer Route leads from Alpe Grund through the Steigbachtal over the Hugofels castle ruins and along the Kleiner Alpsee. The stage destination is the AlpSeeHaus in Bühl am Alpsee. Highlights: - Waterfall in the Steigbachtobel - Hugofels castle ruins - Little Alpsee
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Steigbach?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Steigbach. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, 6 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Steigbach?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Steigbach is Nagelfluh Ridge Hike: Immenstadt im Allgaeu - Oberstaufen, which has a 4.5 star rating from 6 reviews. This trail is 20.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 7,221 ft.
What is the longest trail near Steigbach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Steigbach is Bodensee-Königssee-Cycle Path Stage 3: Immenstadt - Füssen. This trail is estimated to be 41.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Steigbach?
Steigbach: With an ascent of 7,221 ft, Nagelfluh Ridge Hike: Immenstadt im Allgaeu - Oberstaufen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bodensee-Königssee-Cycle Path Stage 3: Immenstadt - Füssen with 4,117 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Steigbach?
The most popular and difficult trail near Steigbach is Nagelfluh Ridge Hike: Immenstadt im Allgaeu - Oberstaufen with a 4.5-star rating from 6 reviews.
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