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  • Snowshoe Hiking on the Ofterschwanger Horn in the Allgäu
    Snowshoe Hiking on the Ofterschwanger Horn in the Allgäu Photo: Marc Oeder, Allgäu GmbH

Snowshoe walks in the Allgaeu Region

Bavaria, Germany

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Snowshoeing is becoming increasingly popular among winter sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. No wonder, because on snowshoes it is easy to hike through the white winter landscape and you are not so dependent on cleared paths. In the Allgäu mountains, numerous exciting tours with wonderful views await you – for beginners as well as experienced hikers. So put on your snowshoes – and let's go for a snowshoe hike!

Winter Sports in the Allgaeu Region
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The 10 most beautiful snowshoe walks in the Allgaeu Region

Mit den Schneeschuhen auf's Tiefenbacher Eck
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
Schneeschuhrunde von Bad Hindelang über das Tiefenbacher Eck
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
5
9.1 km
4:00 h
636 m
636 m
Die traumhafte Schneeschuhrunde führt uns direkt oberhalb von Bad Hindelang über den Bohleskopf zum Tiefenbacher Eck und wieder zurück.
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Ausblick vom Wannenkopf
Snowshoe Walking · Bolsterlang
Snowshoe Hike to the Wannenkopf
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
2
6.3 km
2:58 h
487 m
487 m
Small snow hiking and snowshoe tour from the Riedberger Pass, past the Wannenkopfhütte, up to the Wannenkopf and back again.
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Weg auf den Bohleskopf
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
Von Bad Hindelang auf den Bohleskopf mit Schneeschuhen
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
3
8.1 km
3:30 h
629 m
629 m
Eine sehr beliebte Schneeschuhtour führt uns auf meist gut ausgetretenen Wegen zur Klank-Alpe und weiter hinauf zum Bohleskopf.
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Einguntkopf
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
From Steibis to the Eineguntkopf
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
1
12.6 km
5:45 h
865 m
865 m
The Eineguntkopf (also called Rohnehöhe) is 1,639 m high and is ideal as a beginner mountain, or to start the touring season.
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Schneeschuhwanderung im Allgäu: Von Obermaiselstein durch das Bolgental zum Berghaus Schwaben
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
From Obermaiselstein through the Bolgental valley to Berghaus Schwaben
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
6
12.5 km
6:00 h
658 m
658 m
This snowshoe hike takes us through the beautiful cultural landscape of the Bolgen valley, which is still justifiable even in critical snow conditions.
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Am Gipfel des Schönkahler (1688 m) im Winter
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
Schönkahl Snowshoe Tour
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
5
6.8 km
4:00 h
707 m
707 m
Easy and uncomplicated snowshoe tour up to the Pfrontener Alpe via forest paths, then moderately steep and free slopes to the summit.
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Panoramasicht vom Gipfel über das Retterschwanger Tal
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
With the snowshoes on the Sonnenkopf
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
2
6.7 km
3:30 h
660 m
660 m
Beautiful and beginner-friendly snowshoe tour with magnificent views of the Allgäu mountains
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Gipfel Wertacher Hörnle im Winter
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
From Unterjoch with snowshoes to the Wertacher Hörnle
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
6
6.7 km
3:30 h
650 m
650 m
The Wertacher Hörnle offers an easy snowshoe tour on moderately steep terrain. snowshoe tour to a largely forested pre-Alpine peak.
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Aufstieg
Snowshoe Walking · Allgaeu Alps
Schneeschuhwanderung auf den Schnippenkopf
Toprecommended route Difficulty difficult
1
11.5 km
7:00 h
1,125 m
1,125 m
Vom Parkplatz in Schöllang durch lichten Wald hinauf auf den breiten Rücken, der vom Entschenkopf nach Norden zieht. Über Sonnenkopf, Heidelbeerkopf unschwer zum Schnippenkopf.
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Schneeschuh-Paradies
Snowshoe Walking · Allgäuer Molassetobel
Allgäuer Molassetobel: Aigis - Königs Alpe - Geratsried - Ochsenberg - Aigis
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
7
10.9 km
4:30 h
500 m
500 m
Im Winter wird es einsam um das Schutzgebiet Allgäuer Molassetobel. Ausgangspunkt für unsere Wanderung ist Aigis. Der Weg führt im Bogen um das Schutzgebiet und kommt an der Königs-Alpe, der Ortschaft Geratsried und dem Ochsenberg vorbei. Je nach zeitlichem Verlauf kann man auf den Aufstieg zum Ochsenberg und die schöne Aussicht dort verzichten und lenkt seine Schritte am Ende von Geratsried dann ganz links unterhalb am Ochsenberg vorbei.
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Discover the Allgäu on snowshoes

The Allgäu Alps in particular, with their snow-sure winters, picturesque mountain landscape and balanced mix of high mountains and alpine foothills, are perfect for snowshoe hiking. No matter which peak you aim for, you are guaranteed an impressive view of the valley and the unique Allgäu landscape. But you can also opt for an easier snowshoe tour with little ascent and enjoy the unique view of the Allgäu Alps, the Allgäu lake landscape or a fairytale castle covered in snow.

To recover after the snowshoe hike, you can enjoy a snack in a mountain hut afterwards or as a stopover.

 

Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
From Gunzesried to the Höllritzeralpe
PremiumPremium content Difficulty easy
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 458 m
Descent 460 m

The snowshoe tour above the Gunzesried Ostertal is a fairly easy undertaking between the Nagelfluhkette and the Hörnergruppe. Without any ...

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from Hartmut Wimmer,   Outdooractive Premium

Snowshoe Hiking in the Upper Allgäu

In Oberallgäu in particular, winter sports enthusiasts will find a wide selection of snowshoe hikes. This is not surprising, as the region is considered to be particularly snow-sure and is completely geared towards winter sports. Places like Oberstdorf, Hindelang or Immenstadt with the Alpsee lake are definitely worth a visit - and the best way to explore the surrounding area is on snowshoes.

For example, a dream tour takes you to the Sonnenkopf. On this snowshoe hike, you will walk for a good three hours on a moderate incline over pastureland. The tour is very popular, but if you set off early, you can enjoy fresh, untouched snow.

If you want to stop for a bite to eat, it is worth visiting the Sonnenklause.

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Recommended route With the snowshoes on the Sonnenkopf

One of the most beautiful tours in the Allgäu is the hike from Unterjoch to the Wertacher Hörnle. This hike takes you on snowshoes over a moderately steep ascent to the forested mountain peak.

Or you can take the snowshoe hike from Bad Hindelang via Tiefenbacher Eck to Bohleskopf. Thanks to the prepared trail, this tour is also suitable for beginners.

You also have a magnificent view of the Allgäu mountains from the Schnippenkopf. For this, you start in Schöllang.

  • Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
    Schneeschuhrunde von Bad Hindelang über das Tiefenbacher Eck
  • Snowshoe Walking · Allgäu
    From Unterjoch with snowshoes to the Wertacher Hörnle
  • Snowshoe Walking · Allgaeu Alps
    Schneeschuhwanderung auf den Schnippenkopf

Where is there snow in the Allgäu?

The Allgäu, and especially the Oberallgäu, is one of the regions in Germany with the most reliable snow conditions. The village of Balderschwang is even considered to have the most snow in the republic. But Oberstdorf and Bad Hindelang are also particularly snow-sure winter sports resorts. It is therefore no wonder that so many winter sports enthusiasts choose the Allgäu every year: Skiing, cross-country skiing or snowshoe hiking is almost always possible here.

The right equipment for snowshoeing

Before you start, you should make sure you have the right equipment. Here you will find a list of the most important items:

  • Snow boots
  • Telescopic poles with large plates
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  • Day hiking rucksack (approx. 30 litres) with rain cover, if necessary with avalanche airbag
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  • comfortable and waterproof winter shoes or sturdy hiking boots, gaiters if necessary
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  • In alpine terrain: avalanche equipment with avalanche transceiver, avalanche probe and avalanche shovel
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  • Warm and durable multi-layered clothing, ski jacket and pants
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  • Mask, scarf, gloves, ski goggles if necessary
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  • Sun and rain protection
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  • Supplies and drinking water (possibly a thermos with hot water)
  • First aid kit
  • Pocket knife
  • Mobile phone
  • Village · Allgäu
    Allgäu Hörnerdörfer in winter
  • Open
    Natural Monument · Allgäu
    Breitachklamm
  • Castle · Allgäu
    Neuschwanstein Castle
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Dein Freiraum.Mein Lebensraum - Auf's Bleicherhorn (1.669m) by Achim
April 15, 2023 · alpenvereinaktiv.com
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When did you do this route? April 14, 2023
Rückblick zur Höllritzer Alpe
Photo: Achim Meyer, DAV Sektion Biberach
Dem Gelände folgend direkt in Richtung Gipfelkreuz
Photo: Achim Meyer, DAV Sektion Biberach
Talblick vom Gipfel des Bleicherhorns
Photo: Achim Meyer, DAV Sektion Biberach
Am Grat talwärts
Photo: Achim Meyer, DAV Sektion Biberach
Panorama Rund ums Riedberger Horn
Photo: Achim Meyer, DAV Sektion Biberach
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Schneeschuhwandern zum Gigglstein by Anke
February 12, 2023 · Community
When did you do this route? February 12, 2023
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Schneeschuhwandern am Grünten by Anke
February 11, 2023 · Community
When did you do this route? February 11, 2023
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