Himmelschrofen

The Himmelschrofen peak rises to an elevation of 1,791 meters above sea level, offering views across the Bavarian Alps and surrounding landscapes.

Over centuries, Himmelschrofen has served as a natural boundary marker between different Alpine communities, guiding local inhabitants through the mountainous terrain.

Local mountaineering traditions include annual group ascents to Himmelschrofen's summit, where participants gather to celebrate Alpine heritage and customs.

The mountain features a T3-rated hiking trail called Himmelschrofen Normalweg, requiring proper climbing equipment and strong physical preparation for safe ascent.

Himmelschrofen ranks as the 44th most prominent peak among 173 summits in the Allgäuer Hochalpen, with a key col located 1 kilometer south-southeast.

Location: Bavaria

Elevation above the sea: 1,791 m

GPS coordinates: 47.36276,10.28267

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:57