Nesselwang: Hiking with children in the Allgäu

Whether relaxation or action - the Alpspitz in Nesselwang in the Ostallgäu is always the right address for hikers and excursionists of all ages. The area around the 1,575 metre-high peak offers both challenging routes and family-friendly hut hikes. The landscape is characterised by breathtaking mountain scenery, crystal-clear streams, flowering meadows and dense forests. The region also offers a rich flora and fauna that can be observed. The area around the Alpspitz in Nesselwang is a true paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers. A hiking excursion up and around the Alpspitz is therefore the ideal destination to spend time in nature, get physically active and create wonderful memories.

This way to the summit adventure

The starting point of the hiking excursion is Nesselwang railway station. From here, you first walk 1.2 kilometres, i.e. approx. 20 minutes, to the Alpspitzbahn cable car. Turn slightly left along Bahnhofstraße onto Von-Lingg-Straße, which leads into Hauptstraße. Then turn right and immediately left again onto An der Riese. After 400 metres, turn slightly right at the fork onto Alpspitzweg. After 150 metres you will reach the Alpspitzbahn. The lift is a combination of mountain railway and chairlift. Depending on the weather and your mood, you can either float up the mountain sheltered in the gondola or in the chairlift in the fresh air. In total, the Alpspitzbahn covers a difference in altitude of more than 600 metres and takes you up to 1,500 metres.

Summit bliss for young and old in the Allgäu mountains

Once at the top, you can enjoy the fantastic view of the picturesque Allgäu mountains with their numerous impressive peaks. Admire the surrounding mountains and valleys in all their beauty and feel the peace and tranquillity of nature. To the north, you also have a perfect view of the numerous small and large lakes of the Allgäu, such as the Grüntensee or the Attlesee. Then it's time to choose one of the many hiking routes : The"Over Alpspitze and Edelsberg" hike is easy to complete with children in around two hours. The 4.9 kilometre route first leads to the Alpspitze summit and then to the Edelsberg. From there it goes down towards Jungholz. The Dinserhütte invites you to take a break along the way from the beginning of June to around mid-September. The trail finally leads over the ridge back to the Alpspitzbahn cable car. The individual stages of the trail are signposted. The best months for a hike in this area are May to October. Further route suggestions can be found in the tour planner of the municipality of Nesselwang.

Up the waterfall

A visit to the Nesselwang waterfall, which is located below the middle station and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery, is worthwhile for families with children as well as nature lovers. The waterfall can be reached via a leisurely hike from the Alpspitzbahn valley station, which rewards you with magnificent views of the picturesque Allgäu and a variety of scenic impressions. Follow the small stream to the foot of the waterfall and listen to the splashing of the water as it flows down the stone cascades. On the right-hand side of the waterfall, a wooden path leads further up. If you follow the steps upwards, past the water flowing into the depths beside you, you will reach further viewpoints that offer breathtaking views of the waterfall and the Allgäu.

Where Kaiserschmarrn and Kässpatzen beckon

At the middle station of the Alpspitzbahn, the rustic Enzianstube invites you to take a cosy break. Delicious desserts such as warm apple strudel with cream and Kaiserschmarrn or savoury dishes such as sausage salad and the traditional Allgäu Kässpatzen taste particularly good after an extensive hiking tour. Also located at the middle station, the Kronenhütte invites you to feast and linger. Both sweet and savoury hut classics are served in the parlour and on the sun terrace.

Also recommended: the Sportheim Böck mountain restaurant near the Alpspitzbahn mountain station. The panoramic view of the Allgäu and Tyrolean Alps from the sun terrace is simply spectacular - so be sure to pack your binoculars or children's telescope in your rucksack!

Flights of fancy and adrenaline kicks

There are two action-packed experiences to entice children to hike in Nesselwang: You can either whizz down the slope on the AlpspitzCoaster - both in summer and winter - or get your thrills on Germany's fastest zipline - the AlpspitzKICK. The high-altitude flight starts at the top of the mountain station. From there, two sections take you rapidly downhill - at speeds of up to 120 kilometres per hour over a total distance of 1.2 kilometres! Please note: The minimum height for passengers is 1.50 metres.