Oberstdorf

If you're seeking a charming alpine getaway, Oberstdorf in Germany is a fantastic choice. This picturesque town offers stunning mountain views, making it a haven for hikers and skiers alike. Don't miss the breathtaking Breitachklamm gorge or the historic St. Johann Baptist Church. Local cuisine, featuring hearty dishes like Käsespätzle, invites you to savor authentic flavors. Rich in history, Oberstdorf was a key site during the 1936 Winter Olympics, adding to its allure. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and outdoor adventures!

Oberstdorf, Germany

Top things to do in Oberstdorf

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Outdoor & fun

Nebelhorn Cable Car

The Nebelhorn Cable Car transports visitors from Oberstdorf to the summit of Nebelhorn, a major hub for skiing and hiking.

Sight

Breitachklamm

Breitachklamm is a deep rocky gorge near Oberstdorf with waterfalls and walking trails, one of the most impressive gorges in the Alps.

Landmark

Heini-Klopfer-Skiflugschanze

Heini-Klopfer-Skiflugschanze is one of the world's largest ski flying hills, hosting international competitions in Oberstdorf.

Neighborhood

Oberstdorf

Oberstdorf is a charming alpine resort town in Bavaria, renowned for its scenic beauty and winter sports opportunities.

Outdoor & fun

Fellhorn

Fellhorn is a mountain offering a cable car, hiking trails, and skiing with stunning views of the Allgäu Alps.

Outdoor & fun

Söllereck

A mountain in Oberstdorf offering year-round outdoor activities via cable car, with hiking, skiing, and panoramic Alpine views.

Outdoor & fun

Fellhorn Lift

A cable car providing access to the Fellhorn mountain in Oberstdorf, renowned for hiking, skiing, and wildflower meadows.

Outdoor & fun

Rubihorn

A 1,957-meter peak in the Allgäu Alps near Oberstdorf, offering a popular hiking route with stunning summit views.

Sight

Höfats

Höfats is a distinctive double-peaked mountain in the Allgäu Alps near Oberstdorf, offering challenging hikes and panoramic views.

Landmark

Ordensburg Sonthofen

Ordensburg Sonthofen is a historic castle-like building in Oberstdorf, now a hotel and conference center with striking architecture.

Outdoor & fun

Hörner Group

The Hörner Group is a mountain range near Oberstdorf offering year-round outdoor activities, from hiking and skiing to panoramic cable car rides.

Neighborhood

Obermaiselstein

A serene Alpine village near Oberstdorf, ideal for hiking in summer and skiing in winter.

Neighborhood

Fischen

A charming Bavarian village in the Allgäu region, known for its Alpine scenery and outdoor activities.

Neighborhood

Bolsterlang

A village in the Allgäu Alps with a cable car to the Hörnerbahn, offering hiking and skiing.

Outdoor & fun

Nebelhorn

Nebelhorn is a 2,224 m peak in the Allgäu Alps offering panoramic views and year-round outdoor activities from Oberstdorf.

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