Oberstdorf
What you need to know before you go
Oberstdorf sits within the sunny Bavarian Alps beside the slopes of Nebelhorn, framed by snowy mountains, lush green valleys, and idyllic meadows adorned with fuchsia alpenroses. By summer, it's a hiker's paradise, with around 200 kilometers of hiking trails weaving through the alpine landscape, offering a variety of difficulty levels.
During the winter however, it becomes a skier's playground, with 130 kilometers of snow-powdered slopes, as well as cross-country ski tracks to boot. A year-round getaway for outdoorsy families, it offers a mix of modern convenience and tradition, with a plush clutch of hotels and creature comforts aplenty.
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10 Best Things to Do in Oberstdorf
Read itOberstdorf is popular for its 200 km of hiking trails and 130 km of ski slopes, making it a great destination for those with a love of the great outdoors. The southernmost village in Germany, it sits in a valley between the Nebelhorn and the Fellhorn, 2 tall mountains famed for their idyllic landscapes of large flowery meadows, pine trees, and lakes.
From the Breitachklamm Gorge to the Christlessee, romantic or energetic walks in breathtaking surroundings abound. After a long-day exploring, snowboarding or skiing, you can relax at the local spa or indulge yourself with a hearty meal of local specialities. Check out what Oberstdorf is famous for here.
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