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View of Alpsee – Lake Alpsee loop from Neuschwanstein Castle

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Ostallgäu
Hohenschwangau

View of Alpsee – Lake Alpsee loop from Neuschwanstein Castle

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4.5

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39

hikers

View of Alpsee – Lake Alpsee loop from Neuschwanstein Castle

06:53

17.9km

1,030m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 10, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 9.33 km for 581 m

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2.24 km

View of Neuschwanstein Castle

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The view of Neuschwanstein Castle is great from up here!

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4.87 km

View of Alpsee

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The color of the lake from up here is beautiful

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7.08 km

View of the Brunstgrat

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The path takes you along the Brunstgrat through a beautiful landscape with magnificent views. Sturdy shoes and surefootedness are a must.

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16.3 km

A beautiful view over the lake.

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16.5 km

From the lower end of the lake you have a beautiful view of the two castles.
Dog owners should know that when going around the lake you have to walk over gratings, they cannot be bypassed.

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17.2 km

Lake Alpsee

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Swimming here in the crystal clear water in summer and the view of the mountain panorama with the castles, what more could you ask for.

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17.3 km

Very crowded, but also wonderfully located and a must-do if you pass by with your road bike.

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17.5 km

View of Neuschwanstein Castle

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From here you can see both castles quite well.

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17.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.2 km

3.14 km

2.34 km

584 m

370 m

249 m

Surfaces

6.59 km

5.96 km

3.14 km

1.38 km

844 m

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Highest point (1,680 m)

Lowest point (820 m)

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Thursday 8 October

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