Valley hike to Fallmühle – winter hike to the woodcutters in Achtal

Quickly you leave the ski area in Steinach on this hike and thus the broad Pfronten main valley. At the foot of the mighty Breitenberg, the path leads into the side valley of the "Steinacher Ach". From the outskirts of the village, the path follows along the Steinacher Ach to the bridge to the hamlet "Gschön". Here runs a power channel that supplies water to some small power plants. Always keep the river to your right, the path runs through the floodplain forest and allows for exciting discoveries again and again. For example, a picture panel on the left side of the path. Here, the carters used to pray for divine assistance before the dangerous journey through the valley. Today, the well-developed road on the other side of the river leads south to the Tannheimer Tal in Tyrol. An underpass facilitates the crossing to the other side of the valley and through the beautiful avenue, the Fallmühle inn is reached immediately. There, guests can expect not only many traditional dishes but also friendly goats.

TIPS FOR SAFE WINTER HIKING
• Use the marked hiking trails
• Check the weather before the hike
• Consider the shorter daylight hours in winter
• Wear sturdy footwear and crampons if needed
• Dress in winter-appropriate clothing
• Bring a hiking map
• Pack first aid kit and mobile phone
• European emergency number: 112