The following winter hike offers an idyllic route through snowy landscapes and picturesque districts.
Because along the approximately 81 kilometers of cleared hiking trails, there is so much to discover and see, so much fresh air to breathe that every step becomes a pleasure
- with inns and cafés along the routes offering extensive opportunities to refresh and warm up. Those who want to experience something very special can join a guided snowshoe hike. Those who want to go high have two possibilities in the Tannheimer Tal to climb a summit even in winter: the Neunerköpfle in Tannheim with the largest summit book in the Alps or the Gamskopf with the panorama informator in Grän.
Author’s recommendation
Dining options in Schattwald and Zöblen
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
It should be noted that there is an increased risk of accidents and injuries during winter hiking as well. In winter, particular attention must be paid to the condition of the paths. Suitable clothing, good footwear, and possibly hiking poles provide additional safety. Stay on the marked paths.
Roadbook
The winter hike begins at the Schattwald Dorfplatz bus stop. From there, the path initially leads towards the church. After reaching the church
it continues to the right into the snowy district of Fricken. The cleared winter hiking trail leads through the town and onwards to Zöblen to the local church. About 50 meters further east, the path turns right behind the Hotel Alpenrose, crosses the main road, and runs parallel to it until the town exit. From there, it returns to the path towards Fricken. Shortly after the Zöblen town sign, the path leads left along the wintry Vils back to Schattwald to the starting point.
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By train to Sonthofen, Pfronten/Ried, or Reutte, then by bus to Schattwald.
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Directions
On the motorway A7 at the "Oy-Mittelberg" exit onto the B310 towards Wertach and then to Oberjoch. There follow the signs "Tannheimer Tal" B199 to Schattwald.
From the Tyrol side via Reutte on the B198 towards Lechtal to Weißenbach, over the Gaicht Pass along the B199 to Schattwald.
Parking
Paid municipal parking lot in Schattwald (HNr. 41 / 6677 Schattwald)
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Cross-country ski and winter map Tannheimer Tal. Available at all tourist offices in the Tannheimer Tal and Jungholz.
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Equipment
Modern and well-maintained equipment (shoes, poles, and clothing) not only provides a significant amount of safety but also makes winter hiking much easier. Sun protection (high protection factor and possibly sunglasses) as well as sufficient fluids should not be forgotten.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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