Filser’s health hikes in Oberstdorf
You know that hiking is good for you. But what if you could also learn how to specifically strengthen your knees, back, and joints while out hiking? That is precisely the idea behind our Filser health hiking programme at Hotel Filser: using the Allgäu mountains as an exercise space, accompanied by a doctor who knows what he’s talking about.
In partnership with Dr Rainer Fink, an orthopaedist, sports medicine specialist, and passionate hiking guide, we offer two different formats:
- Filser’s health days – a multi-day health hiking workshop, bookable as a package
- and optionally bookable weekly health walks (€30.00 per person; take place with a minimum of 3 participants)
Either way: here, you don’t go hiking despite your health, but because of it.
Dr Rainer Fink
Rainer Fink is a specialist in orthopaedics and sports medicine and enjoys spending time in the mountains. As a qualified hiking guide, he combines medical expertise with a love of being active in the great outdoors. When he’s on the trails with you, it’s not just about the walk itself: together, you’ll explore topics such as posture, stress, musculature, and how you can learn to understand your body better. His aim is to help you return to the hiking trails with renewed confidence and the right know-how, safely and without fear of pain.
Filser’s health days
Filser’s health days are packed full of activities that will literally take you further. Over the course of four days, you can look forward to an individual initial assessment, a specialist medical talk, two guided health walks, and a regenerative fascial therapy session to round off the experience. A comprehensive programme that combines learning and movement, including three nights’ accommodation at our hotel.
The programme in detail
Arrival and check-in at Hotel Filser. From 7 p.m.: personal initial assessment by Dr Fink (approx. 15 minutes per participant). During the assessment, he checks your individual condition (bones, joints, muscles, blood vessels) and tailors the programme to your needs.
After breakfast: specialist orthopaedic talk by Dr Fink (around 10 a.m.). You will learn to understand the relationship between physical strain and anatomy, clearly explained by an expert.
The topics:
- Assessment of the causes of symptoms (bones, joints, muscles, blood vessels)
- Measures to alleviate symptoms: weight management, strengthening the muscles of the back, pelvis, and legs, correcting muscular imbalances, fitness training
- Expert advice on diet, medication, dietary supplements, and medical aids (bandages, shoe insoles, and orthotics)
At around 11 a.m.: the first guided health hike with orthopaedic support (approx. 3–4 hours, depending on the weather). At a moderate pace and focusing on walking techniques adapted to your condition, you will explore the gentle paths around Oberstdorf.
Breakfast, then at around 11 a.m.: second guided health hike with Dr Fink (approx. 3–4 hours). A different route and different priorities: movement, strength training, and the Allgäu nature as a training ground.
To finish: regenerative fascial therapy by Dr Fink (back or knees, approx. 15 minutes per participant). Afterwards, you’ll leave with new knowledge, a better sense of your body, and a concrete plan for your daily life.
Dates and prices
Dates for 2026: 18.05. – 21.05.2026 | 11.06. – 14.06.2026 | 19.10. – 22.10.2026
from €480.00 per person*
3 nights including breakfast and a health hiking workshop with Dr Rainer Fink
* Prices vary depending on the season and room category. The starting prices shown are for guidance only and apply to the cheapest travel period and room category.
Inclusive services:
- 3 nights
- Rich breakfast buffet
- Medical supervision by Dr Rainer Fink (orthopaedist, sports medicine specialist, hiking guide)
- Brief individual specialist consultation with Dr Rainer Fink
- Orthopaedic talk
- 2 guided health hikes with Dr Fink
- Regenerative orthopaedic fascial therapy on the day of departure (back or knee)
- Use of the wellness area: indoor swimming pool, saunas, and gym
- Wi-Fi in your room
Key information at a glance
- Participants: minimum 4, maximum 10 people
- Individual sessions: available on request for groups of 4 or more
- Registration deadline: 7 days before arrival (to ensure the minimum number of participants is reached)
If the minimum number of participants is not reached in time, we will contact you personally. You will then be able to rebook under our standard terms and conditions or cancel free of charge.
If there are enough participants, you will receive further information about the workshop and a packing list in advance.
Filser’s health hikes
From May onwards, Dr Fink will be offering a weekly health hike, which is open to all hotel guests who wish to combine movement with health benefits.
There are two alternating formats:
This involves targeted training for the musculoskeletal system. The walk strengthens your muscles, joints, and balance, turning the hiking route into a fitness trail.
Key focus areas: osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, muscle strength, and mobility.
At five stations along the hiking route, you can test and train your cardiovascular system, posture, balance, muscle strength, and breathing. Light-footed, educational, and full of the joy of movement.
Key information at a glance
Minimum of 3 participants
Price: €30.00 per person
Period: from the beginning of May
(exact dates in the activity programme, except 20 May and 21 October 2026)
Who are Filser’s health hikes suitable for?
For anyone who enjoys being outdoors and wants to do something good for themselves. All you need are some hiking boots/shoes and a willingness to get to know your body a bit better. Whether you suffer from back or knee pain or simply want to stay more mobile in your daily life: health hikes in Oberstdorf make a difference where it really matters.
“Your issues shouldn’t determine whether you get to see the summit. Because we can do something for the pain."
Dr Rainer Fink, orthopaedist, sports medicine specialist, and hiking guide
