Fürggelesteig
- 1.1 mi
- round trip
- 1,789 ft
- climb
- 6,410 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Fürggelesteig is an out-and-back trail, 1.1 miles each way (2.2 miles round trip) in Vorarlberg, Austria. It runs between about 5,520 ft and 6,410 ft above sea level, with roughly 530 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Brand, about 2.7 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Kämmerlischrofen, Oberzalimkopf and Pfannenknechtle. Glinga Wasserfall and Kesselfall are within about 3 miles. For camping, Heidi's Camping is within about 6 miles. There are 5 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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