Buralp Kopf

Buralp Kopf is a mountain summit in the Allgäu Prealps standing at 1,772 meters with steep slopes and rocky terrain. The peak rises prominently above the surrounding landscape and forms part of a chain of connected ridges in this Alpine region.

The name Buralp Kopf comes from the term Buralpe, reflecting historical connections to Alpine farming and grazing practices in Bavaria. This tradition of mountain meadow management shaped human use of this landscape for generations.

Local mountaineering groups maintain traditional climbing routes to the summit, preserving regional outdoor recreation methods established through generations.

The ascent from the valley requires proper equipment and careful weather monitoring due to steep, exposed terrain. Marked trails provide routes upward, but conditions can change quickly in the mountains.

The summit offers a direct line of sight to twenty-eight neighboring peaks within the Hochgrat Chain, creating opportunities for geological studies.