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WALK 5

Edmund-Probst-Haus to the Oytal

StartOberstdorfDistance20.5km (13 miles)Total ascent580m (1903ft)Total descent1684m (5525ft)Grade2–3Time7hrMapsKompass-Wanderkarte No 3: Allgäuer Alpen – KleinwalsertalRefreshmentsKäser Alpe, Untere Guten Alpe, Oytal Haus, Café JägerstandTransportLocal bus (Ortsbus) to bus stop NebelhornbahnParkingCar park (parking fee) next to NebelhornbahnAccommodationEdmund-Probst-HausNoteAt the valley station ask for a ticket to the Bergstation, not the Gipfelstation which is at the very top.

This is one of the most scenically rewarding routes in the entire Allgäu Alps. Although there are a few very narrow and somewhat exposed sections of track, where sure-footedness is a prerequisite, it requires above all stamina. Apart from a few steep climbs, and the long descent into the Oytal, it is mostly relatively easy walking along a fairly level, clearly defined alpine trail. In spite of this, the route should not be attempted in unstable weather conditions.

Considering the length of this route it is best to go up with one of the first gondolas (0900 before, and 0830 after, 1 July). If there are enough people queuing the cable railway might even start ½hr or so earlier. The trip up takes around 20min and brings you to the Höfatsblick restaurant, situated below the Nebelhorn summit at an altitude of 1929m.