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For many non-German mountain walkers the Bavarian Alps lie very much in the shadow of its Swiss and Austrian counterparts. This is unfortunate because what they lack in comparative height is more than well compensated by their diversity of landscapes and cultural attractions. Their position between the lowlands to south and higher alpine regions to the south offers dramatic contrast in landscapes. It is never far from the valley bottom to the top of rugged mountains, to picturesque mountain villages and farms nestled in lush green foothills. A day a soaked in dramatic mountain scenery can be followed by a nice peaceful stroll and dinner in the evening in a charming village. Many of these villages still maintain their strong folklore traditions and provincial characters.

Photo shows part of the trail & scenery in the Nebelhorn of the Allgau Alps. The top left is the Schneck, so called because of its snail like appearance from a certain position.