Tannheimer Tal Region

This delightful region in the heart of the Allgäu Alps is rich in natural beauty. The Tyrolean way of life and vitality is a an important feature of the Tannheimer Tal, and makes all guests feel like they have arrived in their new home. The sun shines on the mountains which are waiting to be explored by hikers, bikers, and climbers, just as the beautiful lakes, creeks, and forests. During winter, time can be spent on the ski slopes and cross-country ski tracks leading through the winter wonderland. This valley is sometimes referred to as the most beautiful high-alpine valley in Europe, with the imposing mountain peaks of the Allgäu Alps, the wide blue skies, the lush green meadows, and the rustic traditional farmhouses ensuring a unique landscape.

This holiday region is situated at approximately 1,000 metres above sea-level and includes the lovely holiday villages of Nesselwängle-Haller, Grän-Haldensee, Tannheim, Zöblen, Jungholz and Schattwald. The valley stretches from the Bavarian Oberjochpass to the upper Lechtal valley. The idyllic village of Jungholz is a part of this holiday region, even though the 7-squarekilometre village is an Austrian exclave situated just across the border in Germany.

Climbing enthusiasts are drawn to the Tannheimer Tal due to the exceptional conditions and routes available. Many mountains and climbing routes here are well-known within the climbing community, such as Schartschrofen, Rote Flüh, Gimpel and Kellenspitze. In addition to offering fantastic climbing conditions, this region has also been voted as Austria's most popular hiking area multiple times. The range of hiking trails, including a section of the Jakobsweg, give hikers many different fantastic opportunities to explore Tyrol's spectacular natural beauty. The trails and routes all range in levels of difficulty and include challenging mountain hikes as well as delightful family walks, such as the themed hikes along the "Smugglers-trail" in Schattwald. The nature preserve Vilsalpsee is one of the most valued natural gems of this region. This picturesque area is home to many protected species, making it a delightful destination for all animal and nature lovers. Sports-highlights include interesting events such as the Seen-Lauf (transl. lake-run) and the Drei-Hütten-Rennen (transl. 3-huts-run), which is an exciting race for runners, bikers, and walkers in the magnificent hiking area above the Haldensee lake.

During winter, guests can enjoy the six delightful ski resorts to be explored on skis or snowboards, as well as many other wonderful activities such as winter hiking, tobogganing, and cross-country skiing. In addition, many events ensure excitement, such as the Ski-Trail Tannheimer Tal and the "Funkenfeuer" in Jungholz. The Tannheimer Tal is renowned as an exceptional cross-country ski resort. Glide through the picturesque Tyrolean landscape on the 140 kilometres of perfectly prepared tracks in the snowy high-alpine valley at the border to the Allgäu.

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