Long-distance hikes in the Oberallgäu
Bavaria, Germany
The 10 Most Beautiful long-distance hikes in the Oberallgäu
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If you want to hike through the Allgäu, the "Wandertrilogie Allgäu" is a safe bet. The three hiking trails are called "Wiesengänger" (through meadows), "Wasserläufer" (along running waters) and "Himmelsstürmer" (up to the sky) and lead visitors through the diverse landscape of the Allgäu – from soft meadows over rolling hills and up to the high mountains.
The individual stages of the tours can be freely put together and combined. Most stages that lead through the Allgäu are part of the "Himmelsstürmer"-route. They can be quite challenging and require a good condition and technique, but reward with a unique nature experience and breathtaking views.
Long distance trails across the Alps
Many long distance hikers and mountaineers dream of hiking through the Alps for several days – or cross them from North to South.
The long distance trail E5 from Oberstdorf to Meran is one of the most popular routes as it offers a diverse landscape, well-marked paths and good accommodations. The first stage of the alpine crossing is located in the Oberallgäu and leads from Oberstdorf to the "Kemptner Hütte".
The German part of the long distance trail E4 also leads through the Oberallgäu. Highlight of the Allgäu part is the crossing of the "Nagelfluhkette".
Long distance trails across the Oberallgäu's pre-alpine landscape
The "Oberallgäuer Rundwanderweg" (round tour) leads over 200 km through the region of the same name. You walk through the rolling landscape around Kempten to the mountains of the "Nagelfluhkette" near Immenstadt before reaching the striking peaks of the Allgaä’s main ridge.
The "Schwäbisch-Allgäuer Wanderweg" hiking trail connects Augsburg and Sonthofen. The trail provides beautiful paths through meadows and forests while you can enjoy the sight of the Allgäu Alps from afar. The trail is also suitable for families.
The "Maximiliansweg" takes you from Lake Constance across ridges and peaks over the Bavarian mountains to lake "Königssee".