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"Oberallgäuer Rundwanderweg" – Round tour through the Oberallgäu

· 1 review · Long-Distance Hiking · Allgäu

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/ Blick auf die Schweizer Berge
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/ Blick auf die Voralpen
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/ Tafel am Dengelstein
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/ Der Dengelstein im Kemptener Wald
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/ Bockerstein
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/ Kling's Hütte
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/ Alpe Wenger Egg
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/ Sonneck bei Weitnau im Allgäu
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/ Die Pfarralpe
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/ Die Pfarralpe
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/ Thaler Höhe
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/ Panoramaweg nördlich der Kurklinik
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Cornelia G.
on the April 26, 2010

Cornelia rated this “very good“

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The hiking trail leads more than 200 km through the most beautiful regions of the scenic Oberallgäu: from the hilly countryside around Kempten, the Allgäu metropolis in the north, down to the south, to the mountains of the mountain range "Nagelfluhkette", the striking peaks of the Allgäu main ridge and back again.

moderate

Distance 210.2 km

93:00 h

7,664 m

7,663 m

1,778 m

638 m

The pre-alpine landscape with its meadows, forests and lakes is an old farmland that thrives on dairy farming. Its various cheeses are famous far beyond the borders. The Allgäu Alps, summer pastures for cattle, are legendary destinations for hikers and mountaineers. With romantic valleys, grey rock faces and panoramic views that you can't get enough of. A varied tour for all those who prefer slow progress to relaxation and health rather than the fast pace of the car.

You can join this circular trail at any point along the route. Our description starts in the very north of the region, in Altusried, a place that is easy to reach. From here, the first stages of the route lead south. Hikers always have the mountains before their eyes, the most beautiful horizon to think of. Slowly it approaches: the main ridge of the Allgäu spreads out imposingly and shows its wild beauty. In Oberstaufen, the hikers start to climb uphill: the mountain stages wait.

The trail leads through the valley "Kleinwalsertal" and via Oberstdorf to Hindelang, where it slowly turns out of the mountains again. The hilly countryside awaits you again and the Iller, which dares a romantic breakthrough through the moraines before Altusried, in narrow loops through a deeply scored valley that is crossed to reach the starting point of the hike, Altusried, on the other side.

Author

Julia Grimm

Update: July 08, 2021

Difficulty

moderate

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

1,778 m

Lowest point

638 m

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Rest Stop

Pfarralpe

Tips and hints

Cycling on this trail

The northern arc of the hike, which leads around the villages of Wertach, Altusried and Missen, is also very suitable for cyclists. In places that are difficult or impossible to cycle, there is always a bypass route. From Missen you can close the circle to Wertach via Immenstadt and Rettenberg and thus also cycle a circuit.

Start

Altusried (720 m)

Coordinates:

47.804360, 10.214650

DMS

47°48'15.7"N 10°12'52.7"E

UTM

32T 590948 5295270

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Turn-by-turn directions

Altusried – Wiggensbach – Buchenberg – Eschacher Weiher – Wengeregg Alpe – Wengen – Weitnau – Hauchenberg – Missen – Pfarralpe – Thaler Höhe – Salmaser Höhe – Stallebene – Salmas – Oberstaufen/Hündlebahn – Hündlekopf – St. Rochus – Scheidwang (1386 m) – Heidenkopf – Siplinger Kopf – Obere Wilhelmine-Alpe – Hörnergruppe mit Riedberger Horn – Grasgehren – Schönbergjoch (1345 m) – Dinigörgen Alpe (1280 m) – Rohrmoos (1070 m) – Scheidthal Alpe – Riezlern – Oberwestegg – Schönblick/Söllereck – Sattelkopf – Hochleite – Schwand – Freibergsee – Renksteg – Oberstdorf – Wallraffweg – Gaisalpe (1149 m) – Schnippenkopf – Heidelbeerkopf – Sonnenkopf – Hühnermoos – Altstädterhof – Strausberghof – Zwölferkopf (1355 m) – Hornalpe (1222 m) – Bad Hindelang – Karl-Hüller-Haus – Wertacher Hörnle – Hörnle See – Schnitzlertalalpe – Pfeiffermühle – Wertach – Mittelberg – Zollhaus – Bodelsberg – „Kempter Wald“ – (Hauptmannsgreut/Hochgreut) – Wolkenberg – Wilpoldsried – Priors – Ruine Wagegg – Fleschützen – Haldenwang – Pfaffenhofen – Probstried – Bärenwies (Schrattenbach – Naiers) – Pfefferhof – Grasgrub – Sachsenrieder Weiher – Illerufer – Altusried

Note

Wildlife protection area Bärenfalle: January 15 - April 30

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Public transport

Public-transport-friendly

By train to Kempten im Allgäu, by bus to Altusried

Getting there

Via the A7 to Dietmannsried, continue to Altusried

Parking

In Altusried

Coordinates

47.804360, 10.214650

DMS

47°48'15.7"N 10°12'52.7"E

UTM

32T 590948 5295270

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

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Equipment

Weatherproof clothing, touring rucksack, mountain boots, first aid kit, rescue blanket, possibly climbing harness, drinks and food, sunscreen, torch, ID card and a youth hostel sleeping bag for overnight stays in huts.

Basic Equipment for Long-Distance Hikes

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Hiking socks
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
First aid kit
Kit para bolhas
Bivy / survival bag
Survival blanket
Headlamp
Pocket knife
Whistle
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass
Emergency contact details
ID

Camping Equipment

Tent (3- or 4-season)
Stove (including fuel and utensils)
Sleeping mat. Sleeping bag with suitable temperature rating.
Food
Toiletries and medication
Toilet paper

Things to Bring if Staying in a Mountain Hut

Toiletries and medication
Quick-drying towel
Ear plugs
Sleeping bag liner
Sleepwear
Alpine club membership card if applicable / ID
Coronavirus mask and hand sanitizer

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

Travel Guide: Long-distance hikes in the Allgaeu Region

Germany › Vorarlberg › Ostallgaeu › Weitnau

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Cornelia G.

April 26, 2010 · Community

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Difficulty

moderate

Distance

210.2 km

Duration

93:00 h

Ascent

7,664 m

Descent

7,663 m

Highest point

1,778 m

Lowest point

638 m

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