The Tegelberg in Schwangau near Füssen

The Tegelberg in Schwangau near Füssen is a popular excursion destination throughout the year. Especially in summer, the whole family can have a lot of fun here, go for hikes through the beautiful nature, enjoy great views or experience fast-paced action on a summer toboggan run.

The Tegelberg has an altitude of 1881 Meters and belongs to the Ammergebirge, the largest nature reserve in Bavaria. It is accessed by the Tegelbergbahn, which transports its guests comfortably to the summit and back to the valley. But of course you also have the opportunity to set off from the valley station of the Tegelbergbahn for dreamlike hikes. A beautiful hike leads, for example, on the nature trail Ahornreitweg to the mountain inn Bleckenau, which is located at an altitude of 1200 Meter and used to be the hunting house of King Ludwig II. After a cozy rest there at a delicious bread time, you can continue on the way to the summit. This can also be reached via the cultural trail Schutzengelweg, where display boards on the roadside convey a lot of interesting information about the history and culture of the region. On the summit of the Tegelberg there are cozy places to stop, such as the Tegelberg House, the Bistro Ikarus and the Tegelberg Panorama Restaurant. Here you can relax on beautiful sun terraces, enjoy magnificent views over the Allgäuer Königswinkel and the dream castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau and of course let yourself be pampered by delicious Allgäuer specialties and breadtimes. From the summit of the Tegelberg, further attractive hiking trails for every requirement – from cozy to sporty ambitious – lead deeper into the Ammergebirge nature reserve. A tour suitable for everyone leads, for example, to the Branderschrofen shoulder, from which you can enjoy unforgettable views. If you have enough tread safety, you can venture on the way to the Brander furnace summit, which is secured with wire ropes, but still requires freedom from dizziness. The hikes here on the Tegelberg all promise unforgettable nature experiences in the middle of a fantastic mountain landscape.

There is plenty of fun for young and old at the valley station of the Tegelbergbahn. There is a 760 Metre long summer toboggan run, which is one of the absolute highlights on the Tegelberg. Children especially love the fast runs here. A variety is also provided by a children's playground, a scooter track, water games and some other attractions. The adults can keep an eye on the activities of the little ones from a cozy beer garden while enjoying small snacks, breadtimes and drinks. Cooling in summer promises the ice-cold mountain water in the treadmill, above the playground. Also a highlight for the whole family is the mountain sports center on Tegelberg. Here you can get to know the fascination of climbing steps and have fun, nature experiences and Combine action with a touch of adventure. In the valley stands an information and training building with educational elements and a climbing rock for children. After a briefing by competent mountain guides, you reach after an approximately half-hour ascent to the family climbing piste “Yellow Wall”, which can also be easily managed by beginners and children. The ascent of this climbing route guarantees fantastic views over the Alpine foreland and is simply a lot of fun. Experienced and experienced climbers can also walk on two more challenging climbing routes at Tegelberg.

Wonderful bathing fun in summer can be had on the Bannwaldsee, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the Tegelberg. The lake is located in a beautiful nature reserve with an intact flora and fauna, and is highly appreciated because of its clean, and felt by many people as pleasant temperate, water and the idyllic location as a bathing destination. The shores in the bathing areas are flat and therefore suitable for children. Cozy beaches invite to the sun refuel and relax. Only one kilometer from the Bannwaldsee is the largest lake in the Allgäu – the Forggensee. On it you can enjoy various water sports such as sailing, surfing, rowing or water skiing. driving. As a special highlight, from June to October you have the opportunity to participate in a cruise several times a day. Shipping on the Forggensee is one of the most popular in Bavaria and offers beautiful views of the city of Füssen, the royal castles and the surrounding mountains.

Dragon and paraglider flying is also popular in the summer on the Tegelberg. Flying over the Allgäuer Königswinkel with its mountains, castles and lakes is a dreamlike experience that you will certainly not forget. The flight schools at Tegelberg teach you dragon or paraglider flying competently. Incidentally, cultural enjoyment is not neglected at Tegelberg either. Immediately next to the valley station, a Roman villa complex was discovered that is accessible to visitors.

At Tegelberg in Schwangau near Füssen, a lot is really offered in the summer. Nature lovers, hikers and recreation seekers get their money's worth here. Families with children can also pursue varied leisure activities at Tegelberg. The Tegelberg is a mountain to wonder and enjoy, which promises a lot of summer fun.