Tannheim: Vilsalpsee, hiking trails and Neunerköpfle in winter

Lake Vilsalpsee and trails in the nature reserve

The Vilsalpsee Nature Reserve is within the municipality of Tannheim. The deep blue lake lies in a nature reserve, surrounded by mountains, and a walk leads to the lake. Four designated hiking trails allow visitors to explore the protected area in detail. This offers different points of focus for a day in nature: the lake is a specific destination for a walk, while the designated trails put exploring the protected area centre stage. If you are looking for a clearly defined destination, you can use the lake as your landmark; if you would rather be out on hiking trails, the four designated routes offer another option. Both bring the landscape of the protected area into focus, but each emphasises something different.

Hiking trails with different themes

The 9erlebnis hiking trail has its own thematic focus. At its eleven stations, you will find information about the diverse natural environment, the mountain world and wildlife. The stations give the trail a clear structure and provide specific points of interest along the way. This makes it possible to distinguish the 9erlebnis hiking trail, with its information, from a walk to Lake Vilsalpsee. Access to the hiking trail is free; the lift ride is subject to a charge. If you are planning to take the lift, check the current conditions before your trip. The trail, its themes and lift costs can therefore be considered as separate points in your day’s plans.

Planning for Neunerköpfle in summer and winter

Neunerköpfle also offers clear points of reference for planning a hike. An eight-person gondola takes ten minutes to reach Neunerköpfle. This duration refers to the gondola ride; operating conditions may vary depending on the season and weather. Check them before planning a ride. Neunerköpfle is also a starting point for short and longer hikes. The gondola ride and hiking options answer different planning questions: one gives a journey time, while the other distinguishes between short and longer hikes. In winter, Neunerköpfle is a ski area. This seasonal detail adds a distinct winter sports aspect to the hiking information.

Valley history and a listed house

The Tannheimer Tal Local History Museum tells the story of the Tannheimer Tal. Group and coach visits are available on request at any time; confirm availability before your visit. For organised groups, making an enquiry is therefore an integral part of the planning. Felixe Mina´s House offers a different historical focus: you can discover the listed building on a guided tour. The visits thus differ in format: the museum focuses on the history of the valley, while the house offers a guided encounter with a single historic building.

Climbing as another activity

The Tannheim climbing and bouldering centre is a child-friendly climbing hall with a large bouldering area and roped climbing routes. Bouldering is climbing without a rope; the roped routes offer a different type of climbing. For groups looking to include climbing alongside hiking or cultural activities, these are two distinct options within the hall. Its child-friendly approach applies to this climbing facility and adds a specific activity for children and adults travelling together.

Discover more destinations: Bichlbach, Weißenbach Am Lech, Pflach, Hinterhornbach, Grän, Elmen, Wängle, Ehenbichl

For the main travel overview: Reutte District.