Usseralpe
Information & interesting facts
Experience nature and wildlife up close. The Usseralpe is one of the few alpine dairies.
Starting from Tannheim with the 8-seater gondola to Neunerköpfle/mountain station. From the Gundhütte to Usseralpe, about 1/2 hour and back to the mountain station, about 3/4 hour. Descent with the gondola to Tannheim. Walking time about 1 1/4 hours
On foot:
Starting from Tannheim, ascent via Schmieden path to Usseralpe, about 3/4 hour. Descent via the same path back to Schmieden and Tannheim about 1 hour.
Other descent option:
Another option from Usseralpe is an ascent of about 1/2 hour to the saddle, then to the Upper Strindalpe, about 1/2 hour, and descent to Edenachalpe and to Haldensee about 2 hours. On the circular hiking trail back to the valley station of the gondola about 1 hour or by hiking bus from Haldensee back to Tannheim. Walking time 3-4 hours
Recommended season:
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- Loop
- Scenic
- Refreshment stops available
- Family friendly
- Cableway ascent/descent
- Suitable for strollers
- Disability access
The barrier-free trails and excursion destinations selected by us also invite families and people with mobility aids to discover: they are mostly paved or well-graveled and mostly easy to navigate with strollers or wheelchairs – for some sections however a helping hand can be advantageous.
Directions:The district Schmieden, located south of Tannheim (towards Vilsalpsee), is the starting point of the hike. Following the signs, it goes gently uphill towards the southeast. After the first hairpin bend, still before the bridge and the waterfall, the path branches off to the right. Over the pasture, later through the forest, the trail ascends steeply. The last section to Usseralpe runs on the forestry road. The alp, situated in a scenic basin, can also be used as a starting point for further hikes. The slightly longer but flatter forestry road is the return route. The view over Tannheim and the Urfall (waterfall) are additional visual highlights of the hike.Tip:
Enjoy the delicious specialties at Usseralpe.Safety guidelines:
It should be noted that there can be an increased risk of accidents and injuries in mountaineering. Despite careful route planning, a basic risk always remains. Preparation through endurance sports, appropriate technical training and further education as well as personal caution reduces the risk of accidents and dangers. But please never forget that the weather in the mountains can change very quickly. Stay on the marked hiking trails.Equipment:
The personal mountaineering equipment must be safe, usable and comply with the respective technical standards. Every hiker is recommended to inform themselves about the planned routes in alpine specialist literature or locally.Additional information:
On the A7 motorway at the "Oy-Mittelberg" exit onto B310 towards Wertach and Oberjoch. There follow the signs "Tannheimer Tal" B199, exit Tannheim, Neunerköpfle cable car.
From the Tyrol side via Reutte on B198 towards Lechtal to Weißenbach, over the Gaichtpass along B199 to the exit Tannheim, Neunerköpfle cable car.
Public Transit
By train to Sonthofen, Pfronten/Ried or Reutte, then by bus to Tannheim.
Parking
Parking in Schmieden or parking lots in Tannheim (all paid).
Usseralpe
Informationsbüro Tannheim
Vilsalpseestraße 1
6675 Tannheim