Hiking in the Allgäu: From Kaufbeuren to Bad Wörishofen

The route from Kaufbeuren to Bad Wörishofen is the second stage of the "Wandertrilogie Allgäu", also known as the Wiesengänger route. On the 24-kilometre walk, you will experience what the name already promises: from Kaufbeuren train station, a ten-minute walk, simply follow the signs, leads directly into the old town. From here, the route continues not far from the monastery churches and finally out into the countryside. Wide meadow landscapes, babbling brooks and dense forests await you - a true postcard idyll for nature lovers and hikers.

Discover Irsee Monastery

This hiking route in the Allgäu is characterised not only by nature, but also by cultural highlights: after around a third of the route, you will reach Irsee Monastery. Take some time to visit this traditional monastery and stroll through the charming alleyways of the market town of Irsee. Here you can linger in inns and artists' studios. Fortify yourself for the rest of the way with a hearty snack and a pint of the famous monastery brew.

Refresh tired feet in Bad Wörishofen's Kneipp facilities

The trail continues along easy forest and field paths, past marvellous viewpoints and through the village of Großried towards Bad Wörishofen. A special highlight on the hike is the natural Kneipp treading pool in the Wörthbach stream, where you can refresh your tired feet. Bad Wörishofen, known as a Kneipp health resort and designed by Sebastian Kneipp himself, is a popular destination for health and nature lovers. Learn more about the famous naturopath at the Kneipp Museum. The former farming village has been attracting hikers and spa guests from all over Germany for over 150 years.

Culinary finale to the hike in Bad Wörishofen

Before you start your return journey from the centrally located train station in Bad Wörishofen, the Gasthof Rössle with its beer garden and cosy parlour invites you to linger and enjoy. Just 300 metres from the train station (simply follow Bahnhofstraße and then turn right onto Hauptstraße), the inn offers a wide selection: Both schnitzel lovers and salad fans get their money's worth here. A perfect end to an eventful day of hiking on the Wiesengänger route in the Allgäu.