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Attractions around Oberstdorf:
as varied as the Allgäu region itself

Whether you’re high up in the mountains, celebrating at a village festival, or strolling through town and shopping: there’s no shortage of attractions around Oberstdorf. And since our active hotel is located right in the heart of the village (just a five-minute walk from the centre), lots of places are easy to reach on foot. 

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Sights and attractions in the Allgäu region
  • Ski museum and local history museum
  • Paul Bonatz house with a permanent exhibition on Arthur Maximilian Miller
  • Kunsthaus Villa Jauss
  • Mountain services and masses
  • Oberstdorf photo summit in summer
  • Regular concerts by the Oberstdorf and Schöllang brass bands
  • Traditional evenings and historical plays in local dialect

Distance: directly in Oberstdorf

Mt Nebelhorn

The Nebelhorn cable car takes you comfortably up to lofty heights. The Nordwandsteig trail awaits at the top – an impressive steel construction around the summit with views of the Allgäu mountains as far as the eye can see.

Distance: 1.1km | 15 min. on foot

Schattenberg ski jump (Orlen Arena Oberstdorf Allgäu)

The impressive Schattenberg ski jump, home to the annual opening event of the Four Hills Tournament, is easily reachable on foot. Highly recommended!

Distance: 1.8km | 20 min. on foot

Heini-Klopfer ski jump

The Heini-Klopfer ski jump isn’t just fascinating to see – from the top, it also offers impressive panoramic views. 

Distance: 4.8km | 10 min. by car

Breitachklamm gorge

A true natural wonder: the Breitachklamm gorge, where the river cuts through towering, moss-covered cliffs reaching up to 100 metres high.

Distance: 7.5km | 15 min. by car

Lake Freibergsee

Lake Freibergsee lies at an altitude of around 930 metres – a relic from the Ice Age and a real wonder of nature. In summer? Its fresh waters invite you to take a refreshing dip. You can reach the lake from our wellness hotel in Allgäu with about an hour’s hike.

Distance: 4km | 15 min. by car

Allgäu Coaster

Fast, safe, and fun in any weather: The Allgäu Coaster at Söllereck speeds 800 metres downhill, twisting through waves and curves at up to 40km/h. If you like, you can ride again straight away.

Distance: 6.6km | 11 min. by car

Faltenbachtobel gorge

The Faltenbachtobel gorge winds down from the Schattenberg ski jump into a wild ravine, featuring waterfalls, rare plants, and fascinating rock formations. If you prefer, you can take the Nebelhorn cable car back down afterwards.

Distance: 3.2km | 10 min. by car

Mt Söllereck

Mt Söllereck, at 1,706 metres, is accessible by cable car or on foot – a mountain for leisurely explorers, set between the Stillachtal valley and the Kleinwalsertal valley. Whether for hiking or your first turns in the snow, this is a place where you’ll feel right at home.

Distance: 6.3km | 10 min. by car

Hotel FILSER
The Thanner Family // Freibergstraße 15
87561 Oberstdorf // Germany
VAT no.: DE128789908
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