Rückholz is a region in the Ostallgäu district of Germany, characterized by its location in the Alpine foothills. The landscape features a mix of green meadows, dense forests, and numerous small lakes such as Grundweiher, Luimooser Weiher, and Schwaltenweiher. This diverse terrain, with its proximity to peaks like Alpspitz and Edelsberg, provides a varied environment for outdoor activities.
Rückholz offers a range of outdoor activities for various skill levels, with more than 50 routes available…
125
Routes
4.6
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Average rating
4211
People visited

4.8
(142)
591
hikers
9.72km
02:35
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(104)
420
hikers
4.14km
01:05
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(141)
592
hikers
5.74km
01:33
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(54)
225
hikers
6.82km
01:50
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(14)
112
riders
96.2km
04:28
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(12)
121
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(4)
65
riders
51.8km
02:56
920m
920m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
(3)
58
riders
39.5km
02:06
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(18)
85
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

76
hikers
7.34km
02:54
550m
550m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
20
hikers
20.0km
07:49
1,160m
1,160m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.0
(1)
22
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3.5
(6)
87
runners
5.74km
00:38
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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23
runners
9.39km
01:01
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
(3)
34
runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
14
runners
7.62km
00:47
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(4)
28
riders
38.7km
02:37
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
21
riders
25.3km
02:25
750m
750m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(10)
21
riders
27.3km
02:26
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
19
riders
60.1km
03:25
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
34
riders
26.9km
02:15
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
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23
riders
12.1km
00:50
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
12
riders
17.9km
01:11
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
10
riders
44.6km
02:57
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
20
riders
35.3km
02:16
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(4)
33
riders
20.0km
01:05
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
16
riders
23.9km
01:28
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
119km
07:02
1,430m
1,430m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rückholz offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountaineering, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 96 routes across these sports. More than 22,000 visitors have explored the area, with routes rated an average of 4.61 out of 5 stars.
Rückholz provides hiking trails suitable for various skill levels, from relaxed paths through meadows and forests to more challenging mountain routes. Trails lead to viewpoints, waterfalls, and gorges. For detailed information, consult the Hiking around Rückholz guide.
Hikers in Rückholz can explore several natural attractions. These include the Nesselwang waterfalls, which offer an impressive experience, and the Reichenbach Gorge, featuring a trail with small stairs and rope attachments. The region also provides views of the Alpine foothills and access to peaks like Alpspitz and Edelsberg.
Komoot offers several guides for cycling in the Rückholz region. Cyclists can find routes in guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Rückholz, MTB Trails around Rückholz, and Cycling around Rückholz. There are also guides for gravel biking and traffic-free bike rides.
The Rückholz region is known for its numerous small lakes, or 'Weiher.' These include Grundweiher, Luimooser Weiher, Neuweiher, Schönewalder Weiher, Schwaltenweiher, and Trollweiher. Larger, well-known lakes like Hopfensee and Forggensee are also easily accessible from Rückholz.
Rückholz offers a mix of terrain suitable for various ages and abilities, including more relaxed, scenic paths through forests and meadows. The diverse landscape allows for family-friendly walks and cycling routes around the local lakes. Specific routes can be identified by checking their difficulty ratings.
According to komoot user data, the most popular sports in Rückholz are hiking, jogging, and mountain biking. There are 25 hiking routes, 25 jogging routes, and 19 mountain biking routes available. Other popular activities include touring cycling and road cycling.
Rückholz is situated at the foot of the Alps, providing access to various mountain peaks for mountaineering. Nearby peaks include Hohe Schulter (3,087 feet / 941 meters), Edelsberg (5,348 feet / 1,630 meters), and Alpspitz (5,167 feet / 1,575 meters). The Mountain Hikes around Rückholz guide offers relevant routes.
Routes in the Rückholz region have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 3,000 users. The high average rating indicates a positive experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
Beyond outdoor sports, the Rückholz region offers cultural attractions. These include Neuschwanstein Castle and historical sites such as the Falkenstein Castle Ruins, which provide panoramic views. Information on these sites can often be found through local tourism resources.
Official information about the Rückholz municipality can be found on its website. The official website is www.rueckholz.de. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +49 (0) 8369 227.
Rückholz offers dedicated trails for mountain biking, including bike parks with jumps, drops, and obstacles. The region's diverse terrain caters to various mountain biking skill levels. For specific routes, refer to the MTB Trails around Rückholz guide.

