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away from much-done tourist trails Traufbachtal Valley
If you choose to make the demanding excursion to the
picturesque Traufbachtal Valley, you will be rewarded
with impressive views of a valley that is away from much-done
tourist trails.
Length: 18.7 km Elevation gain/loss: 306 m Duration: 4.5 hours
Starting in Oberstdorf, this trail brings you through the hamlets of "Gruben" and "Dietersbach" in the direction of "Spielmannsau". Shortly before reaching "Spielmannsau", the climb leads you ever-deeper into a wild, impressive gorge in the Traufbachtal Valley. After crossing a small footbridge over the Traufbach mountain stream, the ravine trail initially takes a steep and rugged ascent. Please note the additional requirements for ensuring safety along the route as of this point! The straightforward ravine trail comes to an end at the mouth of the Traufbachtal Valley above. The trail then takes a leisurely route along the Traufbach mountain stream and into the more remote side valley. The view of the stunning end of the valley, with its high waterfalls, the imposing west face of the "Fürschießer" and the "Krottenspitze" towering over it all, becomes more breathtaking with each metre you cover. The last few metres to the mountain restaurant involve another steep climb.
On the return route, you retrace your steps until you come to a fork in the trail.
Here, you can choose between the ravine trail you took on your ascent and the Alpine road. The ravine trail is for those who prefer to be closer to nature – and is also the shorter option.The ravine trail is for those who prefer to be closer to nature – and is also the shorter option. Asphalted road, consisting of a steep, winding section climbing upwards until you reach a saddle. At this point, you begin an equally steep descent into the valley on the other side of the "Traufberg". You will be rewarded with a view into the southernmost point of the Trettachtal Valley and the option of visiting the "Alpe Oberau", shortly before the circular trail comes to an end in "Spielmannsau".
Useful info:
Sturdy, ankle-high walking boots with a good tread, as
well as step safety and a decent head for heights are
essential when tackling the ravine trail (Alpine climb). The return route via the Alpine road includes some challenging uphill and downhill sections. It is advisable to bring drinks and hiking sticks
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feste knöchelhohe Wanderschuhe mit guter Profilsohle sowie Trittsicherheit empfehlenswert
Gute Kondition
Grundmaß an Schwindelfreiheit empfehlenswert (steileres Gelände, kleine Absätze)
Trittsicherheit Voraussetzung (alpines Gelände)
Nahezu völlig unberührte und ursprüngliche Natur- und Berglandschaft mit außergewöhnlichen Ausblicken
Mai
Nov.
Kies, Asphalt, Schotter, Erde
nicht begehbar
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18,7 km
443 m
826-1259 m
4,5 Std.
548 m
549 m
Tal
Wanderung
letzte Aktualisierung am 10/07/2024
