Teufelstättkopf, Mountain summit in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Teufelstättkopf is a mountain in the Ammergau Alps that rises to 1,758 meters and features steep rock faces accessible by multiple hiking trails. The area offers different routes for hikers of varying skill levels, with paths connecting surrounding villages and mountain shelters.

The sources record no royal hunting history for Teufelstättkopf. The mountain lies on the municipal boundary between Unterammergau and Saulgrub in the Ammergau Alps, and its documented past is one of alpine routes: the summit is reached by hiking trails from Schloss Linderhof, Oberammergau or Unterammergau via the August-Schuster-Haus, and it is also a winter ski-touring and snowshoe destination.

The route to the summit passes the August-Schuster-Haus, a mountain hut where hikers can rest; from there the summit is about half an hour away, and the final metres require using your hands. The Teufelstättkopf is also a popular ski tour destination in winter and can be reached with snowshoes.

Bring sturdy hiking boots and weatherproof clothing as conditions change quickly at altitude. Starting early in the day gives you plenty of time to reach the summit and return safely.

The route includes a via ferrata section that combines hiking with scrambling on rock, and offers views of Linderhof Palace in the Graswang Valley below. This mix of technical climbing and hiking appeals to visitors seeking a bit more adventure.