Camping in Oberstdorf

Wide mountain valleys, crystal-clear lakes and the Nebelhorn as the local mountain in front of you: the municipality of Oberstdorf in the Allgäu Alps is a fantastic destination for a camping holiday, especially for active holidaymakers. Together with the neighbouring Kleinwalsertal, Oberstdorf is one of the largest hiking areas in the northern Limestone Alps. Thanks to the clear air and excellent healing climate, Oberstdorf is also a first-class Kneipp health resort with a wide range of spa treatments. In the cold season, the region is transformed into an Eldorado for winter sports enthusiasts with its piste slopes, extensive cross-country ski trails and ski jumps.

Special features of camping in Oberstdorf

The picturesque village of Oberstdorf in the Allgäu with its old farmhouses from the 17th and 18th centuries is located on the border with Austria and is surrounded on all sides by the mighty peaks of the Allgäu Alps. Thanks to a network of over 200 km of hiking trails, Obersdorf is the perfect holiday destination for mountain lovers and nature-loving campers. Time and again, your gaze wanders to the peaks, which seem close enough to touch from the campsites. Enchanting high valleys near Breitach or Dietersbach alternate with the mountain giants that tower 2,268 metres into the sky at Schneck. Most campsites are located in rural surroundings close to numerous lakes such as Christlesee, Großer Alpsee or Guggersee. Families with children can take a leisurely stroll through the shady forests to go swimming or enjoy a round of mini golf during their camping holiday in Oberstdorf. You can also visit an outdoor pool or, on cooler days, the adventure pool with wave pool. For alpine sports enthusiasts, the campsites are a good starting point to take the mountain railway or ski lift up early in the morning and be the first to explore the fantastic hiking areas and savour the still untouched snow slopes on the downhill runs.

Popular campsites in Oberstdorf

The facilities at the campsites in Oberstdorf are excellent and offer everything active holidaymakers need for a successful stay. In addition to pitches for motorhomes, caravans and tents, rental accommodation, holiday flats and mobile homes are often available to rent. It is generally advisable to book early in Oberstdorf at any time of year, as the town is a very popular holiday destination in both summer and winter.

Alpsee Camping

With its fantastic location on the Großer Alpsee lake, Alpsee Camping is one of the most beautiful campsites for families and holidaymakers in the region. Some of the pitches are almost directly on the water, so you can refresh yourself in the lake first thing in the morning. There is also a spacious wellness area with sauna, pool and whirlpool. Dogs are welcome on the site, and dog showers are also available for four-legged guests.

Rubi-Camp

The beautiful Rubi-Camp on the outskirts of Oberstdorf offers camping with a high feel-good factor. The exceptionally attractive location right by the stream and with a fantastic view of the mountains makes the site one of the most popular destinations for campers in Oberstdorf. The site offers modern sanitary facilities with underfloor heating, a large playground for children and shopping facilities right on site. The bistro with delicious regional specialities is also highly recommended.

Oberstdorf campsite

The popular Oberstdorf campsite offers a direct view of the ski jump and the magnificent Allgäu mountains. The site is a favourite with active holidaymakers and winter sports enthusiasts, who can access the pistes and cross-country ski trails directly from here. In summer, the via ferrata and hiking trails are waiting to be explored. In addition to the pitches on gravel, the tent pitch on grassy ground is particularly popular. The rustic restaurant on the site is a real tip for gourmets!

Favourite places in the region

There is a lot to discover around Oberstdorf. A popular destination for holidaymakers in the region is Sonthofen, the largest town in the Allgäu. Here you will find a wide range of leisure activities for families and numerous sights. The town of Sonthofen is also worth a visit, especially for nature lovers. The southernmost town in Germany is a great starting point for hikes and offers numerous beautiful excursion destinations in the surrounding area. The former imperial city of Isny offers Mediterranean flair mixed with magnificent baroque buildings - here you almost feel like you're in Italy.

Kempten

With 67,000 inhabitants, the former Roman town of Kempten is the largest city in the Allgäu and a popular starting point for exploring the region. The city's sights include the magnificent state rooms of the residence, the underground Erasmus Chapel and the excavations in the Cambodunum Archaeological Park. Kempten's Hofgarten is a wonderful place for a stroll, and the city is also a popular place for shopping. The CamboMare adventure pool offers swimming fun. Cyclists can explore the surrounding area on the Iller cycle path and the Allgäu cycle path.

Sonthofen

The international Alpine Town of the Year 2005 is the southernmost town in Germany and is located directly in front of the Allgäu High Alps nature reserve. From the town centre with its lively pedestrian zone, you can reach unspoilt mountain scenery and popular excursion destinations such as the Hinanger waterfall or the Starzlachklamm gorge in just a few minutes. A real hit with families is the Burgberg animal paradise with a petting zoo and adjoining café. The cosy old town invites you to stroll around, and a visit to the southern districts of Altstädten and Hinang is also highly recommended.

Isny

The pretty little town of Isny in the Allgäu, one of the sunniest places in Germany, promises an almost Mediterranean flair. The former imperial town is located on the Upper Swabian Baroque Route and boasts numerous magnificent buildings and churches from the Baroque period. Isny is also a popular spa town with many wellness facilities and a beautiful spa park. The town is surrounded by a charming cultural landscape that invites you to take long walks, cycle tours and hikes, for example to the Rotmoos nature reserve and the neighbouring moorland areas.

Sights and excursion tips

• Nebelhorn: Oberstdorf's local mountain is one of the most famous peaks in the Allgäu Alps and a popular destination for a hike. If you don't want to walk all the way, simply hop on the Nebelhorn cable car in Oberstdorf, which takes children, dogs and tired hikers up to an altitude of 2,200 metres.
• Oberstdorfer ski jump: At 207 metres long, the Heini-Klopfer ski jump in Stillachtal is the largest ski jump in Germany and the third largest ski jump in the world. Here, visitors can experience the fascination of ski jumping up close - the views from the 70 metre high jump tower are breathtaking.
• Breitach Gorge: The Breitach Gorge stretches from Oberstdorf Tiefenbach to the neighbouring Kleinwalsertal valley and is the deepest rocky gorge in Central Europe. The impressive geotope of cascading mountain streams and winding caves is a wonderful hiking destination. A detour to the Walserschanz offers fantastic views of the surrounding mountain panorama.
• Freibergsee: The shimmering green-blue Freibergsee is located just a few kilometres south of Oberstdorf and is a great destination for a swim. At 930 metres above sea level, it is one of the highest bathing lakes in Germany. Walks on the circular path around the lake are also very popular.
• Illerursprung: The river Iller is formed by the confluence of the Trettach, Stillach and Breitach rivers at the so-called Illerursprung. The area is a popular hiking destination and can be reached from Oberstdorf on an easy circular hiking trail.

Tour tip

Still have some time after your camping holiday in the Allgäu? Then we recommend a relaxing cultural trip on the Upper Swabian Baroque Route as a change from the beautiful natural landscapes. This wonderful motorhome tour covers around 500 kilometres through the foothills of the Upper Swabian Alps and reveals some of the most beautiful architectural monuments from the Baroque era to visitors. It starts in Ulm - from there it goes to magnificent towns such as Biberach and imposing monasteries such as the excellently preserved Benedictine monastery of St George in Ochsenhausen. After a detour into the Allgäu and pretty towns such as Isny, Kißlegg and Wange, the route finally leads to Lake Constance. Of course, you can organise the route to suit your own time and mood.find out more