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Information & interesting facts
With around 1000 meters of elevation gain, this route is somewhat more strenuous, but the landscape of the Tannheimer Valley and the Oberallgäu rewards you all the more.
Recommended season:
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- Loop
- Scenic
- Refreshment stops available
- Geological highlights
- Faunistic highlights
The Tannheimer Valley has long been known among cyclists, as in 2001 the peloton of the Austrian cycling tour passed through the valley. In 2005, the professional cyclists of the Bayern tour came to the Tyrol region for the opening stage and were rewarded with the mountain classification Tannheimer Valley and the mountain classification Jungholz. Even professionals were captivated by the scenic charms of the "probably most beautiful high valley in Europe." Lush green meadows, Lake Haldensee and a beautiful mountain backdrop accompanied the pro cyclists on their competition kilometers. Thus, the Tannheimer Valley has also advertised itself as an ideal region for targeted training or extensive routes. "The Tannheimer Valley is an ideal starting point for long road bike rides to the surrounding regions, such as Lake Constance or the Arlberg," says Michael Keller, managing director of the Tannheimer Valley Tourism Association and former national mountain bike coach of Austria. Cyclists find not only the ideal starting point in the Tannheimer Valley but also a wide range of accommodations. From 5-star hotels to private rooms, you can choose your accommodation. After a beautiful ride, let your soul dangle and recharge your energy. - The Tannheimer Valley
Directions:Start at the tourist information in Tannheim heading west towards Schattwald. At Schattwald, a 1.5 km-long climb begins up to the former customs office Oberjoch. After a short descent at the junction, turn right towards Unterjoch. Continue towards Jungholz; at Pfeiffermühle turn right over a climb to Jungholz. Follow the road through the town and enjoy the nice descent, then turn right at the intersection towards Wertach. At the traffic light intersection in Wertach, turn right. In Reichenbach, turn left towards Gschwendt and Haslach. After Haslach, cross the federal highway and go over Faistenoy to Wertach. In Wertach turn right and continue over Kranzegg and Rettenberg to Burgberg. Continue to Sonthofen; at the traffic light intersection turn left towards Oberjoch/Reutte, pass through Binswangen, Reckenberg, Vorderhindelang to Bad Hindelang. Here follows the climb over the Jochpass, with a max. 9% gradient, to Oberjoch. At Oberjoch at the junction turn right and follow the federal road back to the starting point in Tannheim.
Safety guidelines:The road traffic regulations apply. General valid and usual rules of conduct.
It should be noted that there can be an increased risk of accidents and injuries in road cycling. Despite careful route planning, there always remains a basic risk.
Preparation through endurance sports, appropriate training and further education as well as personal prudence reduces the risk of accidents and dangers.
Personal equipment must be safe and functional and comply with the respective technical standards. Every road cyclist is recommended to inform themselves about the planned routes in specialist literature or locally.
Complete road bike equipment is strongly recommended even for experienced riders!
Tourismusverband Tannheimer Tal
On the A7 motorway at the "Oy-Mittelberg" exit, take the B310 towards Wertach and Oberjoch. There follow the signs "Tannheimer Tal" B199, exit Tannheim. From the Tyrol side via Reutte on the B198 towards Lechtal to Weißenbach, over the Gaichtpass along the B199 to the Tannheim exit.
Public Transit
By train to Sonthofen, Pfronten/Ried or Reutte, then by bus to Tannheim.
Parking
Parking spaces at the Neunerköpfle gondola in Tannheim – subject to charge.
Grüntenrunde
Informationsbüro Tannheim
Vilsalpseestraße 1
6675 Tannheim