Hotels & Accommodation in Oberstdorf

Oberstdorf Hotels

Amongst the breathtaking natural beauty of the Bavarian Alps, Oberstdorf boasts endless opportunities for winter sports, with Germany's longest downhill ski slope, and long smooth trails for cross country skiing. The area is often used for major ski events such as the ski jumping World Cup, and there's an expert figure skating centre where some famous European skaters have trained on the ice. The town also has a busy cultural calendar, with festivals and arts events happening throughout the year.

Things to see

Oberstdorf has a relatively long ski season, and there's usually a thick powdery snow from early December until the last week of April. Although it's a popular resort, there's 128 kilometres of slopes for all abilities, plus dozens of lifts, so it never feels too crowded. In addition to skiing, the steep areas with unusual rock formations make for excellent snowboarding tracks, and there are also long, flat trails that are ideal for cross country, with 76 kilometres of routes to choose from. There are also plenty of attractions in the local area that can be explored all year round. The tumbling waterfalls of Breitach Klamm are frozen in time during the winter months which makes for a spectacular sight, and you can walk along the waterside trails and enjoy the tranquillity. You can also take a cable car to the top of Nebelhorn and then hike along the trails in any weather, with some of the best views of the surrounding mountains at its peak.

Hotels in Oberstdorf

Oberstdorf has a wide choice of accommodation to suit all budgets, from ski lodges with balconies and wooden shutters, to more modern, upmarket resorts. If you are looking for cheap hotels in Oberstdorf then the former usually offers the most affordable nightly rate, and some places will also include breakfast and other perks within the price. There are often features such as terraces for socialising, and fireplaces in the lobby to help you warm up, as well as free parking and WiFi to make your trip easier. You can expect rooms to be clean and comfortable, the perfect place to relax after a long day on the slopes, and you'll enjoy amenities such as en-suite bathrooms with showers, balconies, and tea making facilities.

Where to stay

The centre of Oberstdorf is full of white buildings with red roofs, although during the winter months they are blanketed in snow. This gives it a charming, traditional feel, and if you take a stroll through the stone paved streets you'll find old chapels dating back to the 15th century, as well as newer luxury hotels and stadium facilities. There's a lively aprés-ski scene, with cosy lodges at the end of the slopes serving tankards of local beer to tired out skiers. The town also has the features of an old spa town, with hot springs and a salt therapy cave which are perfect for year round relaxation.

How to get to Oberstdorf

Memmingen Airport is less than an hour's drive from Oberstdorf, and there are regular flights arriving from major cities across the UK. You can pick up a rental car or taxi from the airport, or take the bus to Memmingen's train station, and then change for a direct service to Oberstdorf, with the whole transfer taking under 90 minutes. Oberstdorf station has regular services run by Deutsche Bahn, and the Allgäu-Express will take you as far as Munich or Zurich. Oberstdorf is also conveniently placed close to main roads, with scenic drives through the mountains to reach your destination.