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Winter Hiking
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Pfronten hut hike – winter hike at Edelsberg
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Winter route to the HündeleskopfhüttePhoto: G. Eisenschink, Pfronten Tourismus
Ascent with impressive panoramic views over Pfronten combined with a fast sled ride (please check status) down to the valley.
This ascent is worth it! After all, you are rewarded not only with a stop at the Kappeler Alp and the Hündeleskopf hut but also with a special panorama and the option of a fast descent (whether the sled run is open or not, you find out in the Pfronten winter sports report). The ascent is sweetened by wonderful views of the Alpine foothills all the way to the Ammergau mountains with Neuschwanstein Castle. The descent gives the tour a very special spice: The winter hike partly follows the route of the legendary Schalenggen race. Schalenggen are the traditional horn sleds in Pfronten, which were used in winter to transport wood and hay down to the valley in the past. This wild race keeps the tradition alive once a year during Carnival. Anyone who likes sledding can use the track all winter long.
The start of this beautiful winter hike is in Pfronten-Kappel at the parking lot. From there, you follow the signs towards the Hündeleskopf hut. Those who want can stop there and enjoy vegetarian specialties from the Allgäu. If that's not enough, you can extend the route further and walk on to the Kappeler Alp. After a small refreshment at the hut of your choice, the fast part of the tour begins: the sled ride down to Pfronten Kappel. On your fast descent to the valley, you should definitely watch out for oncoming hikers!
Author’s recommendation
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Hündeleskopfhütte (1198 m)Kappeler Alp (1350 m)
Safety information
TIPS FOR SAFE WINTER HIKING
• Use the marked hiking trails
• Check the weather before the tour
• Consider the shorter daylight hours in winter
• Wear sturdy footwear and crampons if needed
• Dress in winter-appropriate clothing
• Take a hiking map with you
• Pack first aid kit and mobile phone
• European emergency number: 112
Tips and suggestions
Pfronten winter sports reportRoadbook
Stamina is required for this winter hike, but the reward is plentiful. Walking over open fields, you quickly gain altitude on the cleared forest road. Attention: Sledders are coming towards you! The hay barns recall the tradition of the Schalenggen. Then the path enters the mountain forest. Soon you reach the turnoff to the Hündeleskopf hut. A detour to this small but nice hut is definitely worthwhile. There used to be a lift going up here, so the locals still call it the "Kappeler ski hut". Now it continues to the next place to eat: first through the quiet forest, then in large serpentines over the alpine pasture areas. At the destination awaits the rustic Kappeler Alp with local specialties and a magnificent view.
Bus stop Kappel, Pfronten
Hündeleskopfhütte (1198 m)
Kappeler Alp (1350 m)
Public transport
Public transport to Pfronten-KappelGet Timetable to destination
Directions
B309 - Kappeler Str.Parking
Parking lot at the eastern town exitCoordinates
Author’s map recommendations
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Equipment
Weatherproof clothing, a backpack with provisions and change of clothing, and sunscreen if needed.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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