Walmendinger Horn, Mountain summit in Allgäu Alps, Austria.
Walmendinger Horn is a peak in the Allgäu Alps with grassy slopes and exposed terrain stretching across the Kleinwalsertal valley. The landscape shifts between open alpine meadows and forested sections as you gain elevation.
The mountain was used for centuries by alpine farmers who drove livestock across its slopes for seasonal grazing. These historic routes form the basis of today's walking paths.
Since 1966 the Walmendingerhornbahn cable car has carried visitors up from Mittelberg. Between the top station and the summit cross, an Alpine flower trail passes more than 130 different plant species, labelled for walkers.
The trail is well-marked from several starting points and requires sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing for changing conditions. Higher sections are exposed to wind and weather can shift quickly at altitude.
The Walmendingerhornbahn cable car has run to the summit since 1966; in 2006 the valley and summit stations were renovated and a viewing platform with a sun terrace was built at the top. The 183 m prominence is not stated in the sources, so it is omitted here.
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