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Winter Hiking
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Valley hike to the Vilstalsäge - a discovery journey in the wintery Vils valley
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Photo: G. Eisenschink, Pfronten Tourismus
Discover a very special river on this winter hike! While almost all other watercourses flow northwards, the Vils flows back into the mountains. Coming from the Tannheimer Valley in nearby Tyrol, the Vils undertakes a curious journey: first it flows to Pfronten, then turns south again to join the mighty Lech near Füssen. The hike along this unusual river offers great variety: sawmills have been powered by hydroelectric energy since the past and present, and modern small power plants line up like a string of pearls, providing renewable energy. At the destination, a stop awaits in the traditional excursion inn: the Vilstalsäge (opening hours visible at www.vilstalsaege.de).
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Gasthof VilstalsägeSafety information
TIPS FOR SAFE WINTER HIKING
• Use the signposted hiking trails
• Check the weather before your tour
• Note the shorter daylight hours in winter
• Wear sturdy footwear and use crampons if needed
• Dress in winter-appropriate clothing
• Take a hiking map with you
• Carry first aid equipment and mobile phone
• European emergency number: 112
Tips and suggestions
Pfronten winter sports reportRoadbook
The route only briefly leads through the bustling Pfronten-Ried, soon reaching the bank of the Vils, and you hike upstream through the quiet spa park. At the north slope of the Kienberg, the cleared path runs, always along the river, becoming increasingly lonely. At the historic Schochersäge stands a modern turbine house today – over a bridge here you change to the other side of the river. Now the destination is already near: At the Vilstalsäge (closed Monday + Tuesday) you can wonderfully warm up and stop for a bite. The return is along the same route. Weekly torchlight walks with wildlife feeding are offered in the evenings into the idyllic valley – a winter experience like no other!
Pfronten-Ried station
Gasthof Vilstalsäge
Public transport
Public transport to Pfronten-Ried train stationGet Timetable to destination
Directions
B309 - Pfronten-Ried train stationParking
Large free parking lot at the Pfronten-Ried train stationCoordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Winter map of Pfronten, Pfronten leisure map winter. Both maps are available free of charge at the tourist information office.
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Equipment
Weatherproof clothing, a backpack with provisions and change of clothes, and sunscreen if needed.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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