Trek from Austria to Germany on Lechweg Path
Are you looking for a hiking tour that takes you through the magnificent nature of Austria and Germany, as well as through endless, idyllic natural landscapes? Then this long-distance hiking holiday on the Lechweg Trail is just the thing for you.
Experience unspoiled nature and hiking fun on the 125 kilometre-long Lechweg Trail. The starting point of this cross-border hiking tour is at the Formarinsee in Lech am Arlberg. From there, the route leads first to Tyrol and finally to the Lech Falls in Allgäu. After eight days in the fresh air, you can re-start your normal life full of vigour.
The starting point of your walking holiday on the Lechweg Trail is in Lech am Arlberg. The start of this multi-faceted active tour is a fantastic circular hike around the Formarinsee. This is exactly where the Lechweg originates at around 1,793 metres.
On the following day, the route leads you to Warth and the surrounding area with its natural bathing lake and the highest alpine dairy and butcher's shop in Vorarlberg.
The following stage leads to Steeg and on the following day to Elbigenalp, where a particularly adrenaline-pumping highlight awaits you: the crossing of the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Europe.
Then the journey leads to Stanzach and further on to Höfen and surroundings, as well as Pflach.
On the last day of your walking holiday, you hike across the border into Bavaria. You will already be able to see the picturesque castles of Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein from a distance. The final stage destination is the impressive Lech Falls, as well as Füssen – here you will conclude your eight-day hiking holiday along the Lechweg Trail.
Highlights of the Lechweg Trail Trekking Tour
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Lechweg Trail Trekking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Lech am Arlberg
Arrive at Lech am Arlberg where your tour will begin.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Lech am Arlberg
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Circular walk Lake Formarinsee
In the morning, the hiking bus takes you to the idyllic Lake Formarinsee, where the Lechweg Trail starts at an altitude of about 1793 metres. Enjoy the stupendous view onto the sparkling mountain lake before you proceed via the Lech-riverside path back amidst the mountain world to Lech am Arlberg.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Lech am Arlberg
Distance: 4.5 hours, 14 km distance, 50 m ascent, 500 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Lech am Arlberg to Steeg/Surroundings
Initially you walk high above the river through idyllic farmland and across lush mountain meadows before fascinating views deep down into the wild Lech-ravine present themselves. The route ascends gently through the high-altitude forest to the Walser village Warth, where a natural bathing lake and the highest situated Alpine dairy and butchery invite for a rest. Onwards you proceed across the stream Krumbach to Gehren and now find yourselves on Tyrolean soil. Enjoy the marvellous views into the Lechtal valley.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Steeg/Surroundings
Distance: 5.5 hours, 14 km distance, 400 m ascent, 400 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Steeg/Surroundings to Elbigenalp
Leisurely on the Jochweg-path always along the Lech riverside until you reach the beautiful village of Holzgau, which is characterised by its colourful painted houses. There a very special highlight awaits with the crossing of one of Europe’s longest and most spectacular pedestrian suspension bridges. You proceed across blooming meadows and forest paths to Elbigenalp, the geographic centre of the Lechtal-valley and heartland of the traditional wood craft.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Elbigenalp
Distance: 5 hours, 18 km distance, 380 m ascent, 400 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Elbigenalp to Stanzach
A picturesque nature reserve leads you to Häselgehr, where it is highly recommended to visit the lovely parish church with its opulent interior before continuing with the route uphill to the Doser-waterfall. There are many legends and stories around this mysterious nature phenomenon. Via a high-altitude path with fabulous views onto the‚ wild river‘ you reach Stanzach, a tranquil village situated amidst an amazing mountain world.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Stanzach
Distance: 5.5 hours, 20 km distance, 400 m ascent, 550 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Stanzach to Höfen/Surroundings
Today the river Lech presents itself once more from its wildest side: you hike across a rugged river landscape, past the Lechzopf to Forchach, where another suspension bridge taunts brave hikers to cross over. Across the Johannesbrücke-bridge and through the Moosberg-nature reserve you hike to Weissenbach, cross the river Rotlech and via gentle riverside paths reach the quiet little village of Höfen.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Höfen/Surroundings
Distance: 5 hours, 19 km distance, 50 m ascent, 150 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Höfen/Surroundings to Füssen
Via the panorama path to a beautiful viewpoint. Past the glistening Lake Frauensee you proceed into the ‘Pflacher Au‘. Here you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view onto the wetlands near the river from the so-called ‘Bird Tower‘, a 20-meter high wooden construction. A little later you leave the river Lech and walk through meadows and forests uphill across the border all the way to Bavaria. Soon you can already make out the palaces Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein in front of you in the distance! The impressive Lechfall waterfall finally marks the end of the Lechweg Path.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Füssen
Distance: 5.5 hours, 16 km distance, 400 m ascent, 450 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Departure or extension
Depart Füssen today!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
2024 Departures:
The departures are available daily, from June 15th to September 22nd, 2024.
- Single room: from $1,275 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,025 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The listed prices are per person.
Book NowAccommodation on Lechweg Trail Trekking Tour
This tour is based in hotels and inns. Hotels on this trip are mainly 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel Lärchenhof in Lech am Arlberg ★★★
Hotel Laerchenhof is sure to make your visit to Lech one worth remembering. Enjoy free wifi and great amenities.
Hotel Styrolerhof in Steeg ★★★
Hotel Styrolerhof features a sun terrace, room service, and outdoor furniture. In addition, as a valued Hotel Styrolerhof guest, you can enjoy a pool and a restaurant that are available on-site.
Hotel Traditionsgasthof Stern in Elbigenalp ★★★★
This is a typical alpine inn. Enjoy the great views, friendly hosts and tasty food in the inn downstairs.
Hotel Föhrenhof in Stanzach ★★★
Beautiful views of the valley, cozy rooms and friendly atmosphere – enjoy your stay in Stanzach.
Hotel Die Lilie in Höfen/Surroundings
Traditional hotel Lilie in Höfen near Reutte offers holiday pleasure in familiar, comfortable atmosphere. Stay in cosy comfort rooms with shower / WC, satellite TV, telephone, free WIFI and partly with balcony.
Hotel Hirsch in Füssen
Close to some of Fussen's most popular landmarks, such as Alter Friedhof (0.1 km) and Stadtbrunnen (0.2 km), Hotel Hirsch is a great destination for tourists.
What’s Included in the Lechweg Trail Trekking Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes luggage transfers. Any other transfers are not included.
Also Included
- Carefully elaborated route description
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- Service hotline
- Lech Card (reductions for cable cars, entrance fees etc.)
- 4 guest cards for all other hiking days of the holiday (reduced entrances, free bus rides etc.)
- 1 original „Lechweg-cheese“, provided by the organic dairy Sojer in Steeg
Not included
- Getting to and from trailhead tour ending location
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Return transfer by minibus to Lech (need to be booked in advance)
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