Guided day hikes in the Allgäu and Kleinwalsertal: new discoveries every meter, over mountains and valleys. Our guided hikes around Oberstdorf will bring you closer to the very special world of the alpine high mountains. You'll see animals and plants in their natural habitat, discover magical rock formations, and maybe even the occasional fossil.
More and more hikers and locals are joining forces on the exciting circular trails, which tell stories on various topics – at all levels of difficulty. Our experienced hiking guides will show you the special features of their homeland. Join us on our guided hikes in Oberstdorf and the surrounding area!
The variety of guided hikes in Oberstdorf & Kleinwalsertal
Whether on flower and geological trails or spotting scope and photography hikes – there's so much to discover in the mountains of the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal mountain railways! On our guided hikes in and around Oberstdorf, you'll reach the most exciting places in the Allgäu Alps and learn a lot along the way.
Whether on flower and geological trails or spotting scope and photography hikes – there's so much to discover in the mountains of the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal!
Guided hiking holiday in the Allgäu & Kleinwalsertal with camera & binoculars
Guided mountain tours around Oberstdorf with plenty of new impressions: On this guided hiking tour starting at the Nebelhornbahn cable car, we'll observe and photograph Alpine animals and plants with a spotting scope. Using spotting scopes provided free of charge by Nikon Sport Optics, you'll experience chamois, marmots, and other mountain dwellers up close. We'll attempt to digiscope (photograph) the animals and plants with your smartphone.
- Dates in summer 2025:
Dates to follow - Duration: approx. 2 to 3 hours
- Meeting point: 12:00 p.m., Höfatsblick mountain station*, Nebelhornbahn (large information board opposite the ticket office) - the hike will be canceled in case of rain!
We will try to allow you to take photos of the animals and plants with your smartphone (taking photos through a spotting scope). If you have your own binoculars, please bring them!
Guided hikes around Oberstdorf: on flower and geo-educational trails through the Allgäu
During the Hiking on the Nebelhorn, our mountain guides will give you detailed insights into the local nature: Here you'll learn interesting facts about the fauna and flora of the Alps.
Details about the guided hike on the Nebelhorn:
- Every Friday, June 6th to September 5th, 2025
- Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
- Meeting point: 10 a.m. at the Nebelhornbahn valley station
No registration required!
"What's blooming so beautifully there?" Ask our flower experts, whom you'll meet while hiking between Fellhorn and Kanzelwand:/active-sport/hiking/hiking-oberstdorf/hiking-fellhorn-kanzelwand/. Recognizable by their yellow vests, they'll be happy to provide you with information about the diverse flora in the Oberstdorf mountains on the 2-Country Flower Trail.
Details about the guided hike on Fellhorn & Kanzelwand:
- Every Wednesday and Friday from June 6th to September 13th, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Discover over 100 species of alpine flowers on a Hike on the Walmendingerhorn - the mountain of the senses in the Oberstdorf-Kleinwalsertal region.
Details about the guided hike on the Walmendingerhorn:
- Every Monday, until September 15, 2025
- Duration: approx. 1 hour
- Meeting point: 10:15 a.m., Walmendingerhornbahn mountain station, terrace - No registration required!
Impressions from our guided hikes in the Allgäu Alps
Whether spotting scope hikes, Hiking in Oberstdorf with geological and botanical impressions, or encounters with the animals of the Alps – our guided hikes in the Oberstdorf and Kleinwalsertal region with experienced mountain guides cover numerous areas of interest and hiking trails of all difficulty levels. With a mountain railway ticket, you can use our guided tours free.
