Riedberg Pass
Riedbergpass
Germany · Bavaria (Allgäu Alps)
1,420m
Key Facts
- Elevation
- 1,420m
- Route length
- 5 km
- Max gradient
- 16%
- Hairpins
- 6
- Driving difficulty
- Challenging (3/5)
- Surface
- Good
- Open
- Year-round (may close temporarily in heavy snow)
Route & Map
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Route
SBalderschwang
5 km · max 16%
▲Riedberg Pass (1,420m)
Descent
EGrasgehren
The highest paved pass crossing in Germany (not just a panoramic road). Connects the Bregenzerwald region with the Kleinwalsertal-adjacent valleys. Features steep gradients and dramatic alpine scenery in the Allgäu.
Weather & Conditions
Driving Experience
Elevation Profile
↑568m gain
↓542m loss
1,354m → 1,380m → 1,380m
Difficulty
Challenging
3/5 — car driving difficulty
Based on steepness, elevation gain, hairpins, road length & surface quality
Hairpin Turns
6
Plenty of switchbacks to test your line
When to Drive
Year-round (best: July - September)
- ›Open year-round, though winter conditions may require snow equipment.
- ›Morning hours offer the best driving conditions with less traffic.
- ›Steep gradients demand good brakes. Use low gears on descent to avoid brake fade.
Coordinates
- Summit
- 47.4525°N, 10.1528°E
- Start (Balderschwang)
- 47.4539°N, 10.1083°E
- End (Grasgehren)
- 47.4350°N, 10.1717°E
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