Best trails near Signalkuppe
4.8(37 reviews)
Want to check out Signalkuppe from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Signalkuppe are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (16)·Hard·8.3 miThis impressive mountain hike in the Tyrolean Wetterstein Mountains begins near Leutasch-Reindlau at the Hubertushof. The trail winds through the shady Bergleintal valley, where massive rock faces flank the path. In the upper section, the terrain becomes rockier as the route climbs steeply upward. The destination is the Dreitorspitzgatterl on the Wetterstein Ridge. There, the historic Meilerhütte stands like a high-alpine rock fortress right on the border between Bavaria and Tyrol. During the...
- 4.5 (6)·Hard·8.2 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrThis trail is the 45th stage of the Via Alpina, a long-distance hiking route through eight Alpine countries that begins at the Meilerhütte and ends at the Reintalangerhütte. This route is part of the new Via Alpina trail, which was updated in April 2024 and now consists of 116 stages. The trail descends from the rugged peaks of the Wetterstein Mountains, crossing the border between Austria and Germany. The route winds through spectacular rocky landscapes and scree fields down into the...
- 4.5 (4)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis trail is the 44th stage of the Via Alpina, a long-distance hiking route through eight Alpine countries that begins in Scharnitz and ends at the Meilerhütte Hut. This route is part of the new Via Alpina trail, which was revised in April 2024 and now consists of 116 stages. The trail leaves the valley and leads up into the Wetterstein Mountains, crossing the border between Austria and Germany along the ridge. The route first passes through forests and then climbs steeply through the...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·7.9 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrSection of the Via Alpina Roter Weg in the Schachen and Reintal nature reserve from Tyrol to Bavaria. After the last quite strenuous stage, you can look forward to a leisurely tour that mostly leads downhill. The scenic impressions that you can take with you in the heart of the Wetterstein Mountains are impressive.
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·25.4 miThis route follows Stage 37 of the Nordalpenweg 01 and links Ahrn in Leutasch with Lermoos by way of Reintalangerhütte. This alpine variant is designed as a route requiring at least two days. From Ahrn, the trail climbs through the Bergleintal to the Leutascher Platt and on to Meilerhütte on the border between Tyrol and Bavaria. It then descends by way of Schachenhaus into the Reintal and follows the Partnach to Reintalangerhütte, which works well as the first overnight stop. On the second...
- 4.9 (2)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrAlong, truly demanding stage lies ahead. The first part involves crossing over into the Leutasch valley over the 1,495m high Hoher Sattel saddle. The second part of the stage becomes high-alpine. The climb to the Meiler hut is steep and characterised by sheer terrain, as is to be expected of the Wetterstein mountain range. The overview list of all segments of the Red Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-red-trail
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis challenging summit route begins near the historic Meilerhütte, a shelter resting directly on the border between Germany and Austria. Named after alpine pioneer Hermann von Barth, the secured climbing section ascends steep gray rock formations up to the majestic Partenkirchener Dreitorspitze. The stark high-altitude terrain features weathered limestone slabs, barren slopes, and rare alpine flora nestled within rock crevices. Curious alpine choughs circle overhead as pathfinders navigate...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Signalkuppe?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Signalkuppe. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, 5 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Signalkuppe?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Signalkuppe is Bergwanderung Bergleintal & Meilerhütte, which has a 4.6 star rating from 16 reviews. This trail is 8.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 4,639 ft.
What is the longest trail near Signalkuppe?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Signalkuppe is Nordalpenweg 01 Stage 37: Ahrn/Leutasch - Reintalangerhütte - Lermoos. This trail is estimated to be 25.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Signalkuppe?
Signalkuppe: With an ascent of 13,651 ft, Nordalpenweg 01 Stage 37: Ahrn/Leutasch - Reintalangerhütte - Lermoos has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E4: Dreitorspitzgatterl-Zugspitze with 8,487 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Signalkuppe?
The most popular and difficult trail near Signalkuppe is Bergwanderung Bergleintal & Meilerhütte with a 4.6-star rating from 16 reviews.
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