Iller cycle path - Iller-Radweg

The Iller connects the Allgäu Alps with the Danube near Ulm. There is a lot to discover along the 150 km route:

Oberstdorf with its majestic peaks, the Allgäu with the Alpsee, the Iller breakthrough, the Roman city of Kempten, the medieval imperial cities of Kempten, Memmingen and Ulm (with the highest church tower in the world and the Ice Age 'lion man' in the museum (UNESCO World Heritage)).

To make things more exciting, it makes sense to cycle from north to south. The Alps are then (with good visibility) during the journey as a panorama on the horizon and at the end form the 'reward' for the conquered route. Those who drive like this can then extend the tour to Lake Constance.

Route profile

  • Length: approx. 150 km
  • Signposting: available
  • Slopes: The cycle route is largely flat and only has some larger hills or mountains in the area of ​​Kempten and the Iller breakthrough.
  • Path condition: The road is gravel to over 60%.
  • Traffic load: The cycle route is often free of traffic outside of built-up areas.
  • Suitable bike: Best touring bikes with tread tires and gearshifts suitable for mountain use.
  • Family suitability: Only with older children due to the mountains in the Kempten area and the Iller breakthrough.
  • Inline suitability: No

background

getting there

Public transportation

By train to Oberstdorf. Incidentally, the railway line runs parallel to the line Ulm - Memmingen - Kempten - Oberstdorf. You can also cover parts of it without any problems.

By bicycle

In the street

The Iller cycle path is a long distance cycle path. Traveling by car is therefore rather impractical. Due to the parallel railway line Ulm - Memmingen - Kempten - Oberstdorf, it is possible to travel comfortably by train and only travel part of the route.

Route description with sights

Day trips to the Iller source rivers Oberstdorf

The Iller arises from the confluence of the Breitach, Stillach and Trettach rivers.

Tour along the Breitach

  • The Breitach rises in Kleinwalsertal. You should definitely see the imposing one Breitachklamm visit near Oberstdorf. The lower entrance can be reached relatively mountain-free from Oberstdorf. A visit to the Kleinwalsertal is also a great experience.
  • Attention: Bike access Kleinwalsertal: There are probably only traffic-free routes into the valley for mountain bikers. The very busy road from Oberstdorf has no cycle paths. Using the road by bike is not recommended. As a touring cyclist, the best way to get into the valley is by bus. Unfortunately, detailed information is not available. Please inform on site.

Tour along the Stillach

  • Stillachtal and Rappenalpbachtal - The route into the Rappenalpbachtal to the Lower Biberalpe (refreshment stops) is a wonderful touring route. The busy main road to the Fellhornbahn can be bypassed on side roads. Route data: Oberstdorf (810 m) - Untere Biberalpe (1310 m): approx. 16 - 17 km (road and asphalt or gravel roads; route is suitable for touring bikes)

Tour along the Trettach

  • Trettach Valley - also accessible by bike. There is no information available about the touring bike suitability of the trails.

Tours in the Allgäu high alps

General information about the nature reserve Allgäu high alps can be found here.

Oberstdorf - Kempten: 49 km

Kempten - Memmingen: approx. 45 km

  • Mountainous but beautiful stage in the area of ​​the Iller breakthrough

Memmingen - Ulm: approx. 60 km

Flat route that changes again and again from the right to the left bank. The path is mostly unpaved and runs over large sections through the forest with often beautiful large and old trees. Along this section there are practically no villages directly on the Iller, but shortly after Memmingen you drive about 15 km more or less parallel, relatively close to the A7.

trips

References to literature and maps

  • For hikes and bike tours in the Allgäu High Alps: hiking, bike and ski tour map Allgäu Alps / Kleinwalsertal 1:50000 - Kompass Verlag

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