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WALK 1

The Nagelfluhkette: a ridge walk between the Mittagberg and Stuiben

StartImmenstadt, north of OberstdorfDistance13.5km (8 miles)Total ascent514m (1686ft)Total descent1234m (4048ft)Grade2Time5hrMapsKompass-Wanderkarte No 3: Allgäuer Alpen – KleinwalsertalRefreshmentsBergstation Mittagbahn, Alpe GundTransportRegular trains from OberstdorfParkingCar park next to Mittagbahn chairliftNoteAlthough this route offers no extreme difficulties, some exposed sections require care. It is best undertaken in dry and stable weather conditions.

The Nagelfluh Chain extends for some 25km from Mittagberg, near Immenstadt, to the Hohe Häderich in Austria. It takes its name from the characteristic ‘nagelfluh’ rock, a type of conglomerate composed of smaller stones cemented together millions of years ago during the Pleistocene. In many ways this walk introduces much that is typical of walks in the region: unobstructed views of the main Allgäu chain and the lowlands to the north; in spring and summer a profusion of wildflowers; tracks flanked by steep grassy slopes on the one side and sheer cliffs on the other; the tinkling of cowbells from lonely alpine pastures; and alm huts offering milk and cheese produced on the spot.