Oberstdorf Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oberstdorf
Oberstdorf
Oberstdorf
Oberstdorf
Oberstdorf

Your trip to Oberstdorf will take you into the southernmost municipality in Germany among the picturesque mountains of the Allgäu Alps with peaks rising to over 2,600 metres.

Oberstdorf lies at the foot of the Nebelhorn and is the third largest municipality in Bavaria. It is a great place to go, in the summer for walking with over 200 kilometres of hiking trails, and in winter for skiing with 128 kilometres of alpine pistes in five different skiing areas. The municipality of Oberstdorf consists of the main town with its large pedestrian precinct and shops of all kinds, plus a lot of sleepy little villages. In the village of Rubi towards the north you will find homely restaurants where you can really spend time enjoying the sunshine during your trip to Oberstdorf. Kornau, at an altitude of 915 metres, is very attractive with unusually ornate façades on the houses. In the centre of Schöllang is the parish church with its onion dome. The village has spa gardens for rest and relaxation.

You can easily go on a short trip to Oberstdorf using any means of transport. This spa, which has such a healthy climate, is right on Highway 19 and is easy for motorists to get to. Rail travellers coming for a mini-break to Oberstdorf arrive refreshed at the holiday destination's railway station which is served by trains from all parts of Germany. You can also start your trip to Oberstdorf by plane: the Memmingen and Friedrichshafen airports are only one hour's drive away.

Go to the top of the Oberstdorfers' local mountain on theNebelhornbahnrailway. From here you have a view of more than 400 peaks. The Nebelhornbahn is the start point for reaching a first class hiking, touring and climbing area. You'll find walking paths of all levels of difficulty on the Nebelhorn. There are even accessible routes for people with disabilities. Or use the Fellhornbahn railway to get to the Two-Country Hiking Area between Fellhorn and Kanzelwand. This family-friendly hiking area is known especially for its gorgeous sea of Alpine flowers.

You can reach the Söllereck family-friendly area on the Söllereckbahn railway. It has the "German Service Quality" seal of approval. This region is especially good for lengthy family walks. Many of the paths are suitable for prams. At the top station of the Söllereckbahn you'll find a forest ropes course, the highest altitude one in Germany, which will challenge adventurers young and old alike.

On your trip to Oberstdorf don't miss visiting theSchattenberg Ski Jump, one of the most beautiful and modern ski jumping hills in the world. From the top of the ski jump you have an impressive view of the mountains around Oberstdorf. There is a lift so you'll find it no effort to get there. The Skywalk Allgäu high ropes course is just the place for thrill seekers. You can demonstrate your climbing skills at heights of up to 30 metres in between the ski jumps.

Alpenhotel Oberstdorf – ein Rovell Hotel

Alpenhotel Oberstdorf – ein Rovell Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Falkenstraße 15, Oberstdorf, BY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Oberstdorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nikolaus Kloster and Sollereckbahn ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (143 reviews)
"Beautiful suites and views - great food"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Alpenhotel Oberstdorf – ein Rovell Hotel
Luitpoldpark Hotel

Luitpoldpark Hotel

4 out of 5
Bahnhofstr. 1-3, Fuessen, BY
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fuessen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Room had no a/c but did have a few windows. Very cute little town."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Luitpoldpark Hotel
Hotel Schlosskrone

Hotel Schlosskrone

4.5 out of 5
Prinzregenplatz 4, Fuessen, BY
The price is £143 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£143
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Fuessen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"A lovely hotel with a fabulous ambience. Be aware you need to pre-book parking to get a space in the hotel car park."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Schlosskrone
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartment f. 2 adults + 2 children with swimming pool, sauna, WLAN, parking, cable cars May-Nov.

Apartment f. 2 adults + 2 children with swimming pool, sauna, WLAN, parking, cable cars May-Nov.

Oberstdorf, BY
Stay at this apartment in Oberstdorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nikolaus Kloster and Sollereckbahn are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
"Die Unterkunft liegt sehr schön und ruhig! Die Ferienwohnung ist gemütlich hergerichtet und hat alles was man benötigt. Das Licht im Bad könnte etwas heller sein. Die Bushaltestelle ist in 3-4 Minuten zu erreichen wenn man Auto stehen lassen möchte. Kommunikation ist super und die Vermieterin sehr ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Apartment f. 2 adults + 2 children with swimming pool, sauna, WLAN, parking, cable cars May-Nov.
Holiday apartment Oberstdorf for 1 - 4 persons with 1 bedroom - Holiday apartment

Holiday apartment Oberstdorf for 1 - 4 persons with 1 bedroom - Holiday apartment

Unknown, Unknown
Stay at this apartment in Oberstdorf. Enjoy balconies, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Nikolaus Kloster and Sollereckbahn ...
Unterkunft
"Leider habe ich ein paar Punkte anzukreiden. Die Betten im Schlafzimmer sind sehr gewöhnungsbedürftig.Die Madratzen sind durchgelegen, sodass man die Lattenroste beim liegen merkte. Die Sitzgarnitur im Wohnzimmer ist auch sehr veraltet."

Reviewed on 17 Sep 2023

Holiday apartment Oberstdorf for 1 - 4 persons with 1 bedroom - Holiday apartment
Fewo Allgäu Chalet - Gemütliche Hüttenatmosphäre + Schwimmbad und Sauna im Haus

Fewo Allgäu Chalet - Gemütliche Hüttenatmosphäre + Schwimmbad und Sauna im Haus

Oberstdorf, Bayern
Stay at this apartment in Oberstdorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nikolaus Kloster and Sollereckbahn are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
Schöne Wohnung, schöne Gegend
"Gut ausgestatte, moderne Wohnung."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Fewo Allgäu Chalet - Gemütliche Hüttenatmosphäre + Schwimmbad und Sauna im Haus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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