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Loop via the Wallrafweg
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10.6km
390m
Hiking
This somewhat more challenging circular hike following in the footsteps of Max Wallraf in Cologne guarantees a varied holiday experience at the foot of the Rubihorn. The best way to reach the starting point by public transport is from the Ice Sports Center bus stop.
At the beginning of this multifaceted hike, you walk past the Schattenberg Stadium up to the Breitenberg. Two descent options are then available. The Tobelweg trail down to the valley requires sturdy hiking boots and surefootedness, but offers a beautiful nature experience in the deep gorge of the wild Gaisalpbach stream. The well-maintained road, on the other hand, is a much more comfortable and less demanding option.
Once you reach the valley, the trail continues effortlessly along the Gaisalpbach stream for a short distance until the hiking trail leads you back to Oberstdorf on sunny meadow paths with great views via Rubi. Tip: If you take a short detour to the other side of Reichenbach, you can enjoy a refreshing break in the mud bath there.
Before your tour, it is best to check the Oberstdorf Tourism mountain sports report for information on the trail network and the current mountain weather: www.oberstdorf.de/alpininfo/bergsportbericht.
by Oberstdorf - Das Hochgefühl der Alpen
Last updated: May 4, 2025
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View of Oberstdorf and the Iller Valley from Wallrafweg
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Incidentally, the trail owes its name to the President of the Reichstag and Mayor of Cologne, Max Wallraf, who was a regular in Oberstdorf and suggested that the route be built.
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Gaisalpe Mountain Inn
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From early May to the end of October, daily from 9 am.
More info can be found at gasthof-gaisalpe.de.
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Gaisalpbach Gorge Trail
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Meadow path via Rubi to Oberstdorf
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Way Types & Surfaces
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8.04 km
1.25 km
1.08 km
194 m
Surfaces
6.51 km
2.51 km
1.12 km
291 m
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Highest point (1,180 m)
Lowest point (780 m)
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It was approx. 411 meters in altitude with a pure running time of approx. 2:47 hours.
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The start was at the Gaisalpe car park in Reichenbach (day ticket € 4). First along the Gaisalpbach over the asphalt road to a small vantage point above Reichenbach (notice board “Resting benches”). From there a very short distance back on the road and over the ravine steadily uphill along …
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November 29, 2016
This somewhat more challenging circular hike following in the footsteps of Max Wallraf in Cologne guarantees a varied holiday experience at the foot of the Rubihorn. The best way to reach the starting point by public transport is from the Ice Sports Center bus stop.
At the beginning of this multifaceted
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