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Travel Guide Germany Bavaria Allgäu Oberallgäu
  • Blooming mountain meadows in Oberallgäu
    Blooming mountain meadows in Oberallgäu Photo: Hartmut Wimmer, Outdooractive Editors
  • Brown cattle in Allgäu
    Brown cattle in Allgäu Photo: Outdooractive Editors
  • Hiker at Starzlachklamm
    Hiker at Starzlachklamm Photo: Christa Fredlmeier, Allgäu GmbH
  • View from Rotspitze to Hohen Gänge and Breitenberg Photo: Hartmut Wimmer, Outdooractive Editors
  • View of Großer Alpsee and Grünten Photo: Outdooractive Editors
  • Snowy Allgäu mountain landscape Photo: Erika Spengler, Outdooractive Editors
  • Viehscheid in Ofterschwang/Gunzesried Photo: TG Hörnerdörfer
  • Alpe Plättele near Hindelang Photo: Gästeinformation Bad Hindelang
  • Bikers taking a break at a lake Photo: Shutterstock/Fotolia
  • Lake Schrecksee in the Allgäu Alps Photo: Hartmut Wimmer, Outdooractive Editors
  • Lake Engeratsgundsee in the Allgäu Alps Photo: Hartmut Wimmer, Outdooractive Editors

Oberallgäu

The Oberallgäu is characterized by alpine and pre-alpine terrain, a beautiful lake landscape, an extensive network of paths and many managed alpine pastures. The southernmost district of Germany is known for its traditions; typical for the region is the cattle breed “Allgäuer Braunvieh“, the supplier of one of the most popular regional specialities: the “Allgäuer Bergkäse“, a special type of cheese.
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Natural Monument · Allgäu
Breitachklamm
Allgäu

The Breitachklamm near Oberstdorf is not only the deepest, but also one of the most impressive and ...

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from Svenja Rödig,   Outdooractive Editors
Lake · Allgäu
Großer Alpsee
Allgäu

The lake “Großer Alpsee“ is situated in the region Allgäu, northwest of the town Immenstadt. It is ...

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Museum · Allgäu
Museum Ore Mine
Allgäu

At this open air museum visitors lern about the history of mining next to the mountain Grünten.

from Svenja Rödig,   Outdooractive Editors
Nature Trail · Allgäu
Following the "Kuhnigunde" trail in Diepolz
Top easy
4.8 km
2:00 h
155 m
155 m

Family hike on a adventure trail around the farming museum in Diepolz

from Svenja Rödig,   Outdooractive Editors
Ski Resort · Allgaeu Alps
Fellhorn / Kanzelwand
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Snow depth Mountain top
130 cm
Skiruns
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Lifts open
0/16
Last snowfall
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Hiking Route · Allgäu
To the climbing forest "Bärenfalle" and the "Alpsee Coaster"
Premium moderate
4.1 km
1:40 h
377 m
19 m

The large high ropes course and the rapid ride on the summer toboggan run "Alpsee Coaster" make the tour an experience for the whole family.

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from Viktoria Specht,   ADAC Wanderführer
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Breitachklamm
Großer Alpsee
Museum Ore Mine
Following the "Kuhnigunde" trail in Diepolz
Fellhorn / Kanzelwand
To the climbing forest "Bärenfalle" and the "Alpsee Coaster"

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Oberallgäu: a travelling destination in Germany's far south

The northern Oberallgäu surrounds the independent town of Kempten. It is characterized by a pre-alpine mountain landscape and many little villages that invite outdoor enthusiasts to beautiful hiking and biking tours.

The gate to the Allgäu Alps is located a bit further south and near Immenstadt. Between the mountain range “Nagelfluhkette“ and the mountain “Grünten“, you will find the beginning of the valley “Illertal“ whose small side valleys stretch between Sonthofen and Oberstdorf and reach until Germany’s southernmost point, the “Haldenwanger Eck“. 

Lake scenery of the Oberallgäu

One of the most striking characteristics of the Oberallgäu is without doubt the extensive lake landscape. “Alpsee“, “Niedersonthofener See“ and “Rottachsee“ are the biggest and best-known lakes.

But there are plenty more lakes that provide fun and refreshing swimming opportunities during summer. Trips to the “Schrecksee“ and the “Gaisalpsee“ can be combined with beautiful mountain hikes.

Oberallgäu huts: tradition, refreshment and overnight stays

As a "pit stop" during a hike or to warm up on a cold skiing day: The Allgäu mountain huts are extremely popular among their guests. Many of them provide milk, cheese, yoghurt and curd cheese from their own cattle. Other hut owners offer selfmade liquors and fruit brandies, too.

Tradition in the Oberallgäu: from "Funken" to "Klausentreiben"

Heritage and tradition are a big part of the Oberallgäu culture. Highlights each year are the "Viehscheid" (cattle drive) in September, the "Klausentreiben" (visit of Santa Claus) in December and the "Funkenfeuer" (bonfire) during spring. You can learn more about the Oberallgäu traditions in many different local history museums.

Outdoor-Reiseführer: Wandern im Oberallgäu
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Altusried

Altusried in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink in the area

Bad Hindelang

Bad Hindelang has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Balderschwang

Balderschwang has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Betzigau

Betzigau in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions and Typical accommodation in the area

Blaichach

Blaichach has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Bolsterlang

Bolsterlang has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Buchenberg

Buchenberg has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Buchenberg in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, diverse ski resorts, attractions, Typical accommodation, Places to eat & drink and Welcoming mountain huts.

Burgberg im Allgäu

Burgberg im Allgäu has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Dietmannsried

Dietmannsried in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink in the area

Durach

Durach has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Durach in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, exciting stories, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink.

Fischen im Allgäu

Fischen im Allgäu has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Haldenwang

Haldenwang in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink in the area

Immenstadt im Allgäu

Immenstadt im Allgäu has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Kempter Wald

Kempter Wald in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions and Welcoming mountain huts in the area

Lauben

Lauben in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions and Places to eat & drink in the area

Missen-Wilhams

Missen-Wilhams has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Obermaiselstein

Obermaiselstein has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Oberstdorf

Oberstdorf has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Ofterschwang

Described by locals as the best location in Germany, this small municipality makes up for its size with its large offering of outdoor activities and beautiful scenery.

Oy-Mittelberg

Oy-Mittelberg has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Oy-Mittelberg in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, exciting stories, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink.

Rettenberg

Rettenberg has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Rettenberg in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, diverse ski resorts, attractions, Typical accommodation, Places to eat & drink and Welcoming mountain huts.

Sonthofen

Sonthofen has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Sonthofen in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, great offers, attractions, Typical accommodation, Places to eat & drink and Welcoming mountain huts.

Sulzberg

Sulzberg in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink in the area

Waltenhofen

Waltenhofen has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Waltenhofen in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation, Places to eat & drink and Welcoming mountain huts.

Weitnau

Weitnau has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Weitnau in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation, Places to eat & drink and Welcoming mountain huts.

Wertach

Wertach has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu. You can find all info for your next great trip to Wertach in our travel guide: fascinating routes and trails, exciting stories, attractions, Typical accommodation, Places to eat & drink and Welcoming mountain huts.

Wiggensbach

Wiggensbach in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions, Typical accommodation and Places to eat & drink in the area

Wildpoldsried

Wildpoldsried in the Oberallgäu offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating routes and trails, attractions and Typical accommodation in the area

Oberstaufen

Oberstaufen has an attractive offer for nature lovers in the Oberallgäu.

Parks, Reserves and Regional Highlights

Allgäuer Nagelfluhkette
Nature park Allgäuer Nagelfluhkette
Großer Alpsee
Small water region Großer Alpsee
Allgaeu Alps
Nature protection area Allgaeu Alps
Widdumer Weiher
Nature protection area Widdumer Weiher
Hoher Ifen
Nature protection area Hoher Ifen
Rottachmoos
Nature protection area Rottachmoos

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Contributions from the Community

Großer Daumen über Schwarzenberghütte (Normalweg) by Ralf
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Completed this Route on October 11, 2020
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Über die Nagelfluhkette
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Photos and videos of Von Bad Hindelang über die Hirschalpe auf den Spieser by Steffie
February 23, 2021 · Community
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Heidenkopf von Balderschwang aus by Peter
February 23, 2021 · Community
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Completed this Route on February 11, 2021
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Photos and videos of Heidenkopf von Balderschwang aus by Peter
February 23, 2021 · Community
Photo: Peter Welzel, Community
Photo: Peter Welzel, Community
Photo: Peter Welzel, Community
Photo: Peter Welzel, Community
Blick zum Hochgrat
Photo: Peter Welzel, Community

Public transport

You reach Kempten, Immenstadt, Sonthofen and Oberstdorf by train. From here you can catch a train to smaller train stations, e.g. in Fischen. The region provides plenty of possibilities to get to the more remote places by hiking busses. 

Getting there

Coming from the north you reach Oberallgäu via the A7. From Munich the region is easy to reach via the A96 and the B12. In the Oberallgäu the B19, B308 and B309 as well as the B12 lead to the individual holiday resorts.

By plane

The nearest airports are Memmingen, Friedrichshafen and Munich.
Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Travel Guide Germany Bavaria Allgäu Oberallgäu