Lechabschnitt Hirschauer Steilhalde - Litzauer Schleife
Lechabschnitt Hirschauer Steilhalde - Litzauer Schleife
Nature Reserve Guide
Lechabschnitt Hirschauer Steilhalde - Litzauer Schleife is a nature reserve located in the Weilheim-Schongau district of Upper Bavaria, Germany. This area preserves one of the last largely undeveloped sections of the Lech River, characterized by its distinctive Litzauer Schleife bends, turquoise waters, and extensive gravel banks. The landscape features original floodplain areas and high river banks, offering diverse terrain suitable for several sports like gravel biking, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
133
Routes
4.7
(777)
Average rating
4138
People visited

5.0
(4)
33
riders
45.7km
03:27
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(6)
50
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(4)
34
riders
38.1km
02:18
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(81)
267
hikers
15.6km
04:54
340m
340m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(46)
211
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(33)
167
hikers
10.9km
03:27
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(24)
101
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
(72)
263
riders
60.4km
03:30
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(23)
58
riders
26.3km
01:32
230m
230m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(18)
67
riders
59.4km
03:33
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
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40
riders
24.4km
01:26
220m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(23)
200
riders
77.0km
03:19
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(4)
69
riders
84.1km
03:59
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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87
riders
36.4km
01:28
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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60
riders
75.5km
03:26
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.6
(8)
33
riders
25.1km
01:34
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
33
riders
19.0km
01:21
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(6)
18
riders
16.2km
00:58
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
18
riders
43.6km
02:44
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
6.41km
00:40
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
6.21km
00:40
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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8
runners
15.0km
01:36
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
16.4km
01:42
110m
110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
10
hikers
9.08km
03:01
360m
360m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
12
hikers
7.53km
02:27
240m
240m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
hikers
4.24km
01:23
180m
180m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Lechabschnitt Hirschauer Steilhalde - Litzauer Schleife offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Gravel biking, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, and Jogging. The area features more than 100 routes across these sports.
Popular gravel biking routes include the Wieskirchen loop, covering about 28 miles (46 km), and a route with a view of the Zugspitze, which is approximately 44 miles (71 km) long. Most gravel routes in the area are rated as difficult. More options are available in the Gravel biking guide.
Yes, the nature reserve offers hiking trails with varying difficulty levels. For example, the Schnalzberg Summit loop is rated moderate, while the Ammerschlucht Gorge Trail is considered difficult. An Easy hikes guide is also available.
The primary natural highlight is the Litzauer Schleife, where the Lech River forms three distinctive bends. The area also features high river banks (Steilhalde) that offer elevated vantage points over the meandering river. The turquoise to jade green waters of the Lech River are a notable feature.
Yes, mountain biking routes are available, though dedicated single-track trails are limited within the strict reserve boundaries. Routes like the Lake Lech loop are rated easy, while the Old Town of Füssen loop is moderate. More information can be found in the MTB Trails guide.
The region is highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from nearly 900 ratings. More than 4,000 visitors have explored the area's routes and shared their experiences.
The broader Lech Valley, including the reserve, features the Lech Cycle Path, which is largely flat and well-maintained. While predominantly paved, it includes sections with gravel paths, suitable for gravel biking. The landscape also includes extensive gravel banks and original floodplain areas.
The Lech Cycle Path, which runs through the broader Lech Valley, is largely flat and well-maintained, making it suitable for cyclists of all skill levels, including families. Some touring cycling routes, such as the St. Anna Church loop, are rated easy.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking, Gravel biking, MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, and Touring Cycling. There are also guides for Easy hikes and Attractions.
Within the nature reserve, cycling is generally restricted to designated paths and roads. This regulation helps protect the sensitive environment and its diverse flora and fauna. Adherence to local regulations is important.
While a dedicated official website for the nature reserve is not available, the municipality of Burggen, which oversees much of the area, can be contacted. Their official website is burggen.de, and their phone number is +49(8860)-251 or +49(8860)-1582.
Yes, the surrounding areas offer road cycling opportunities. Routes like the View of Neuschwanstein Castle loop, approximately 48 miles (78 km) long, are available. The Road Cycling Routes guide provides further options.

