Beichelstein round

The Beichelstein round is a very varied and viewable hiking tour, which has a length of 17,1 km and whose starting and finishing point is the picturesque hop lake. The hike leads through idyllic meadows and small groves, but also has a few moderate meters of altitude. Nature-loving hikers will love this hiking tour!

The starting point and destination of the Beichelstein Round is the Tourist Information in the Füssen district of Hopfen am See, also known as the “Riviera des Allgäus”. From the highway A7 Then take the downhills and follow them. B310 to hops on the lake. Over the federal roads B16 and B17 You can also reach Füssen and from there to Hopfen am See. Free parking is available on the west bank of the Hopfensee (district exit towards Hopferau). Train passengers first take a train to Füssen, then take the hourly bus line 56 after hops. During the Beichelstein round, there is no strenuous mountain racketeering ahead of you, but it is still a length of 17,1 kilometers, you should already bring enough condition to cope with them. On the way you can look forward to magnificent nature impressions and views of the Allgäu with its meadows, mountains and picturesque waters. With the castle ruin hops you can also expect a very interesting sight.

Before the Beichelstein round starts properly, you can stroll along the dreamlike waterfront in hops on the lake and 180 Enjoy degree panoramic views of Neuschwanstein Castle and the numerous mountains in the area. The Hop Lake is beautifully nestled in the middle of this dream landscape and is a popular destination for nature lovers, recreation seekers and recreational athletes throughout the year. Along the beautiful water you first walk to the parking lot Vilser, via which you reach the Hopfener Wald. This has an intact flora and fauna and when hiking through flowering wet meadows there are beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the royal castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. While walking along the hamlets Rohrweiher and Hopferwald, you are a Some distance on the charming Ostallgäuer Höhenweg. Shortly before the hamlet of Ober Langegg with its worth seeing small chapel it goes noticeably uphill and the hike becomes a bit more strenuous. Finally you reach the Alpe Beichelstein, which is located at an altitude of 952 meters and is surrounded by lush green alpine meadows. Here it is advisable to take a rest, as this cozy alpine mountain offers the only stopover on the Beichelstein round. In addition, it pampers hungry hikers with delicious Bavarian breadtimes and warm Allgäuer specialties. In summer, the young cattle graze around the Alpe Beichelstein in the middle of the magnificent meadow landscape.

Freshly strengthened and rested, it continues on the way behind the Alps, where you pass the unmanaged Senkealpe to the small beech forest. Once you have walked through this beautiful little grove, you follow a hiking trail to the right and reach the Koppenkreuz via a small pest cemetery. Almost ubiquitous on this hike are great views over the wide green meadows on the imposing mountains of the Allgäu Alps. The last part of the hike leads over a broad gravel path through the Bannwald to the castle ruin hops, which is located on a hill above the district hops on the lake. The Burg Hopfen is considered the oldest stone castle of the Allgäu and Up to three meters high wall remains are still preserved. Their origins are unclear, the historical record of them begins in 12. century, as they shall: one Welfards Servant sex as Domicile served. Up to 1322 It was the official residence of the Füssener Propstes, after which the castle deteriorated. Its ruins began at the beginning of the 18. Century during the reconstruction of the Füssener Kloster St. Mang exploited as a quarry. At the end of the last century, the city of Füssen began with extensive renovation measures, so that the structure of the castle complex can be clearly seen again today. In addition, an observation platform has been built from which you can enjoy an unforgettable dream view of the Ammergau Alps and the Tannheim mountains. This really great view alone makes the Beichelstein round a real hiking highlight.

Then we return to the Tourist Information in hops, the starting point and destination of the charming Beichelstein round. Around the Hopfensee – one of the warmest lakes in Bavaria – you can now have a lot of fun depending on the season and weather. Here there is a very nice outdoor pool including mini golf course and children's playground, which is a popular excursion destination in summer. Sailing, fishing or boating are other leisure activities that can be pursued. Of course, in hops on the lake you will also find numerous beautiful cafes and restaurants, where you will be pampered with delicious treats after the long hike. The Beichelstein round is a delightful hiking tour that Especially with their magnificent landscape impressions and views, every hiking friend will be pleased when holidaying in the Allgäu.