Best trails near Illertor
3.8(18 reviews)
Want to check out Illertor from the trail? Good news: 8 trails will get you there, including backpacking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Illertor from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Illertor are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (8)·Easy·28.3 mi·Est. 11–12 hrStage 1 of the Iller cycle path. The first section of the Iller cycle path leads from Oberstdorf to Kempten im Allgäu. Here, too, there are unique Allgäu mountain panoramas, for example from the Mittagberg. Immenstadt is also worth a stopover with its impressive inner-city building ensemble. Highlights: - View from the Mittagberg to Sonthofen - Building ensemble Marienplatz, Villa Probst, cemetery chapel in Immenstadt - "Rohrbachtobel im Wirlinger Forst" nature reserve
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·30.3 mi·Est. 12–13 hrStage 2 of the Iller cycle path. The second day tour of the Iller cycle path starts in the Allgäu metropolis Kempten with many historical sights and great vantage points. It continues northwards via the historic Kneipp spa Bad Grönenbach to the destination of the day, Memmingen. Highlights: - Kempten: St. Lorenz Basilica, view from Hildegardplatz to the Prince's Residence, view from the tower of St. Mang's Church - Kneipp spa Bad Grönenbach: High Castle, Lower Castle, ruins of Rothenstein...
- 3.0 (5)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis varied and historic circular hike leads through the heart of Kempten, one of Germany's oldest cities, and along the bubbling Iller River. The trail combines urban flair with the tranquility of the Allgäu river landscape and runs along an atmospheric mix of paved riverside promenades, historic old town alleys, and shady park paths. A central highlight is the view of the magnificent St. Lorenz Basilica and the Residenz, as well as the passage along the Iller bridges, which offer a sweeping...
- 3.6 (3)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly city walk in Allgaeu, Bavaria. The loop trail "In the footsteps of Kneipp" leads through the heart of Kempten. As the name suggests, one focus of the city walk is the legacy of Pastor Kneipp. Not only water treading pools, but also many of the most famous sights of Kempten can be admired and explored along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Kneipp facility in the Engelhaldepark - Gothic Church of St. Mang - Basilica of St. Lorenz - Lady Chapel - Trail along the Iller
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·26.1 mi·Est. 10–11 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Allgäu Cycle Path, starting in Isny im Allgäu and ending in Kempten. Departing historic Isny, the path follows a former railway line through the scenic Allgäu landscape. Riders climb through Kleinweiler and Hofen to the high point at Weitnau along the Rhine-Danube drainage divide, enjoying panoramic views before descending past Buchenberg and the idyllic Herrenwieser Weiher into Kempten. Overnight options include guesthouses and hotels in towns along the way;...
- Moderate·21 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis route is Stage 2 of the Allgäu Cycle Route, a long-distance cycling route in Germany that runs from Kempten to Marktoberdorf. Starting in Kempten, cyclists cross the Iller River and ride past the Engelhalde Landscape Park into the “Energy Village” of Wildpoldsried. The route continues past the Wolkenberger Weiher to Unterthingau, home to its 16th-century castle, follows the Wertach River through Leuterschach, and ends in Marktoberdorf with a view of the Ammer Mountains. Overnight stays...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Illertor?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Illertor. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Illertor?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Illertor is Iller-Radweg Etappe 1: Oberstdorf - Kempten (Allgäu), which has a 4.2 star rating from 8 reviews. This trail is 28.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,158 ft.
What is the longest trail near Illertor?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Illertor is Seltmans - Kempten - Seltmans. This trail is estimated to be 34.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Illertor?
Illertor: With an ascent of 3,428 ft, Seltmans - Kempten - Seltmans has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Iller-Radweg Etappe 2: Kempten (Allgäu) - Memmingen with 2,667 ft of elevation gain.
