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Short description:

A scenic hike with many geological and wildlife highlights.
Starting from the Schattwald Wannenjochbahn parking lot, follow the Stuibenbach stream, past the Untere Stuibenalpe (no hut), and continue to the Stuibenalpe—about 1
hour. Ascent to the Bscheisser: about 1 hour. Descent to the Güntle and the Stuibenalpe, then on to Schattwald via the forest trail: about 2 1/2 hours.
Total walking time: about 5 hours.

Quality of experience: ******

Recommended season:
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
Properties:
  • Loop
  • Scenic
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cableway ascent/descent
  • Summit route
Description:
Enjoy a wonderful hike starting from the charming village of Schattwald, through the Stuibenbach Valley, and up to the Bscheißer.Directions:
The starting and ending point is the lift parking lot at the Wannenjochbahn in Schattwald. At the eastern end of the parking lot, past the Kneipp facility, the “
” trail leads across a narrow footbridge and then immediately turns right to begin the ascent. After crossing the stream once, the well-maintained gravel path winds its way up through the
Stuibenbach Valley, partly through the forest. At the valley station of the Stuibenlift, the gravel path heads north, joining the paved trail to the Stuiben-Sennalpe after a short distance.
From the Sennalpe, there is a hiking trail up to the “Güntle,” the saddle between Ponten (left) and Bscheißer (right). From the Güntle to the summit of the Bscheißer, it’s
not far from there. The border between Austria and Germany runs directly along the summit. The descent down to Oberer Stuiben (no hut), continuing into the Stuibental valley
and back to Schattwald is well-marked and quite an enjoyable walk.Tip:

A cozy stop at the Stuibenalpe to enjoy a hearty snack platter.

Safety guidelines:

Please note that mountain sports may involve an increased risk of accidents and injuries. Even with careful trip planning, a basic level of risk always remains. Preparing for a trip through endurance training, appropriate technical training and continuing education, as well as exercising personal caution, reduces the risk of accidents and other hazards. However, please never forget that the weather in the mountains can change very quickly.
Stay on the marked hiking trails.

Equipment:
Personal mountaineering equipment must be safe, in good working order, and meet the applicable technical standards. All hikers are advised to research their planned routes in specialized alpine literature or on-site.
Starting point: Schattwald Ski Lift Parking Lot
Destination: Schattwald Ski Lift Parking Lot
Getting there
On the A7 highway, take the "Oy-Mittelberg" exit onto the B310 toward Wertach and then to Oberjoch. From there, follow the signs for "Tannheimer Tal" (B199), take the Schattwald exit, and head toward the Wannenjoch Bergbahn.
From the Tyrolean side, drive through Reutte onto the B198 toward Lechtal until you reach Weißenbach, then continue over the Gaicht Pass along the B199 to the Schattwald exit, heading toward the Wannenjoch Bergbahn.
Public Transit

Take the train to Sonthofen, Pfronten/Ried, or Reutte, then continue by bus to Schattwald. Get off at the Gemeindeamt bus stop.


Parking

At the lower station of the Wannenjochbahn in Schattwald—fee required

Favorable season
Spring
Summer
Autumn

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Informationsbüro Schattwald
Hnr. 41
6677 Schattwald