Starting from the west bank of the "Mühlenbrücke" bridge, the path to the Jägerstand café provides a varied route towards the Trettachtal Valley. The idyllic trail from the Jägerstand café to "Dietersberg" and "Gottenried" keeps your hike interesting with multiple picturesque views. Down in the Trettachtal Valley, continue along the near-natural "Rautweg" trail through the dense protective forests of the "Kegelkopf" and up to "Gerstruben". On reaching the entrance to the Dietersbachtal Valley, it is not far to the former mountain farming village of "Gerstruben" – now entirely protected by a preservation order. The picturesquely located, sun-browned timber houses are up to 500 years old and offer an impressive backdrop for a short journey back in time. From Gerstruben, it is well worth taking a detour to the end of the high valley where the cosy "Dietersbachalpe" hut offers both the chance for a short break and impressive Alpine views.
The highly impressive and adventurous but also demanding descent option is via the Hölltobel Ravine just below Gerstruben. Here, a suspended viewing platform enables you to see deep down into the gorge’s interior. The alternative option of descending via the main road is far easier and still offers great views of the surrounding mountains. On reaching the valley, several multi-faceted trails lead back to Oberstdorf
Length: 12 km
Elevation gain: 348 m
Duration: 4 hours
Healing air hiking map: Tour D