Hopferau, a region in Bavaria's Ostallgäu, is characterized by its pre-Alpine landscapes, including rolling hills, forests, and river valleys. The area features prominent lakes such as Forggensee and Hopfensee, which are integrated into many routes. The majestic Allgäu Alps provide a dramatic backdrop, offering varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This diverse environment supports several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Hopferau offers more than 100 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, covering…
140
Routes
4.6
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Average rating
7108
People visited

4.7
(113)
451
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(41)
150
hikers
11.1km
03:08
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(15)
53
hikers
11.6km
03:08
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(12)
58
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(123)
499
riders
44.7km
02:51
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(55)
244
riders
7.10km
00:27
20m
20m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(8)
42
riders
46.3km
03:32
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
(7)
37
riders
30.5km
02:06
340m
340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.5
(40)
165
riders
15.9km
01:01
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(343)
1,631
riders
8.91km
00:37
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(52)
270
riders
28.7km
01:52
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.3
(3)
30
riders
8.01km
00:29
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(10)
75
hikers
11.3km
04:01
540m
540m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.0
(2)
21
hikers
6.56km
01:44
60m
60m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
22
hikers
6.46km
01:43
70m
70m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
18
hikers
9.90km
03:13
400m
400m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.6
(11)
141
riders
46.1km
02:04
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
(12)
120
riders
98.7km
04:42
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(8)
189
riders
34.5km
01:39
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
52
riders
69.1km
03:13
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.8
(4)
29
riders
56.2km
03:18
760m
760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
11
riders
20.1km
01:30
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
47
riders
26.8km
01:25
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
25
riders
18.3km
00:57
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
runners
7.04km
00:44
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
7.95km
00:50
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
7.26km
00:45
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
10.8km
01:08
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hopferau offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, mountaineering, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features 104 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests and skill levels.
Routes in Hopferau have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars, based on over 44,000 ratings. More than 276,000 visitors have explored the area using komoot, indicating its popularity among outdoor enthusiasts.
Hopferau provides 56 hiking routes, ranging from leisurely walks around picturesque lakes to more demanding alpine hikes. The area includes long-distance and themed trails, offering varied experiences. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Hopferau guide.
Hopferau features 17 touring cycling routes, many of which circle the region's lakes like Forggensee and Hopfensee. These routes offer views of the Allgäu Alps and royal castles. The Traffic-free bike rides around Hopferau guide provides further details.
Road cyclists can find routes with steep passes in the Allgäu for challenging experiences. Long-distance cycle paths, such as the Lake Constance-Königssee cycle path, also pass through the area. The Road Cycling Routes around Hopferau guide offers more information.
Hopferau is suitable for mountain biking, with trails ranging from gentle hills to steep climbs through meadows and forests. There are 5 mountain biking routes available, including options for varying difficulty levels. The MTB Trails around Hopferau guide details specific routes.
Hopferau offers family-friendly options, particularly with its easy, traffic-free paths around the lakes for cycling and leisurely walks. The diverse terrain allows for activities suitable for various age groups and skill levels.
The region is characterized by pre-Alpine landscapes, including rolling hills, forests, and river valleys. Notable natural features include the Forggensee and Hopfensee lakes, with the majestic Allgäu Alps forming a backdrop. Royal castles like Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau are also nearby attractions.
Komoot offers several guides for Hopferau, covering various sports. Examples include Hiking around Hopferau, Cycling around Hopferau, and MTB Trails around Hopferau. These guides provide detailed route information.
The official website for tourist information in Hopferau is www.hopferau.de. For direct inquiries, the Tourist-Information Hopferau can be reached by phone at +49 (0) 8364/8548.
Yes, Hopferau offers opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing its varied terrain of paths and trails. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Hopferau, is available for those interested in this sport.

