Best trails near Wiedemerkopf
4.8(30 reviews)
Want to check out Wiedemerkopf from the trail? Good news: 8 trails will get you there, including hiking 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 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wiedemerkopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis trail is the 50th stage of the Via Alpina, a long-distance hiking route through eight Alpine countries that begins at the Prinz-Luitpold-Haus and ends in Oberstdorf. This route is part of the new Via Alpina trail, which was updated in April 2024 and now consists of 116 stages. The trail winds through the breathtaking landscapes of the Allgäu Alps, meandering along scenic ridge paths and through secluded high valleys. The route passes beneath towering peaks, crosses lush alpine...
- 4.8 (4)·Hard·3.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrDemanding loop trail in the Allgaeu High Alps, Bavaria. This short but challenging hike leads through one of the easternmost corners of the Allgaeu High Alps nature reserve. Two two-thousanders are crossed and you hike through the "Kalten Winkel" in the German-Austrian border area. A head for heights, sure-footedness and a good level of fitness are absolutely necessary for this round. Highlights of the hike: - Balken (2175 m) - Kreuzspitze (2367 m) - Prince Luitpold House - Waterfall "Cascade"
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 8–9 hrLong and demanding hut transition from the Prinz-Luitpold-Haus to the Kemptner Hütte in Bavaria. It is very easy to stop in the mountain huts along the route. Highlights of the hike: - exhausting tour - wonderful view with alpine panorama - Stop at the mountain huts along the way
- 3.5 (3)·Hard·11.1 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrA wonderful alpine to leisurely hike is imminent. Not only can all the high-ranking peaks of the Allgäu Alps such as Schneck and Höfats be admired, but you can also encounter two of the other Via Alpina routes. Follow the course of the purple path to the Schönberghütte and shortly before Oberstdorf you meet the yellow path. 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)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrFrom the Prinz-Luitpold-Haus lodge, follow the Heilbronner Weg route until reaching the Schönberg hut. From here, walk uphill to the flowery Laufbacher Eck peak. Via Alpina follows the trail offering great views northwards to the Edmund-Probst-Haus lodge. From there, Oberstdorf can be reached either with the Nebelhorn cable car or by foot. The overview list of all stages of the Purple Trail can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/via-alpina-purple-trail
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wiedemerkopf?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wiedemerkopf. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wiedemerkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wiedemerkopf is Bergstation Oberstdorf - Luitpold Haus (Weg 428), which has a 4.8 star rating from 8 reviews. This trail is 6.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,185 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wiedemerkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wiedemerkopf is Grenzgänger Etappe 4/5. This trail is estimated to be 19.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wiedemerkopf?
Wiedemerkopf: With an ascent of 7,290 ft, Grenzgänger Etappe 4/5 has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Übergang Prinz-Luitpold-Haus zur Kemptner Hütte with 4,347 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wiedemerkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wiedemerkopf is Bergstation Oberstdorf - Luitpold Haus (Weg 428) with a 4.8-star rating from 8 reviews.
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