Holiday in Balderschwang
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
December to April (snow reliable, skiing and cross-country skiing), June to October (alpine hikes)
Budget/day
90-150 EUR: Mountain hotel, ski pass, alpine meals, sauna
Getting there from Germany
Car from Munich 2 h, from Ulm 1.5 h | Train to Oberstaufen + Bus | Oberstaufen 15 km
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What makes Balderschwang special as a destination?
Balderschwang is the highest and snowiest municipality in Germany and a true insider tip for winter vacationers and nature lovers. Located at an altitude of 1,044 m in the Oberallgäu, it receives more snow than anywhere else in Germany. The small mountain village with only 300 inhabitants offers untouched nature, dreamy cross-country skiing trails, and a family-friendly ski area. In summer, alpine hikes through blooming mountain meadows with a magnificent Alpine panorama attract visitors.
What are the top highlights in Balderschwang?
The top highlights in Balderschwang include Ski Area Balderschwang, Cross-Country Skiing Trails, Gelbhansekopf and Riedbergpass, Allgäu Alpine Economy.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Ski Area Balderschwang
The snowiest ski area in Germany with family-friendly slopes at an altitude of 1,044 to 1,450 m.
Cross-Country Skiing Trails
First-class trails through snowy valleys and over heights — snow reliable from December to April.
Gelbhansekopf and Riedbergpass
Scenic hikes over the highest pass of a German federal road (Riedbergpass, 1,420 m).
Allgäu Alpine Economy
Original alpine pastures with traditional cheese production — Balderschwanger mountain cheese directly from the farm.
Hotels in Balderschwang
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Balderschwang?
The best time to visit Balderschwang is December to April (snow reliable, skiing and cross-country skiing), June to October (alpine hikes). Cool-fresh, 15-22 degrees, clear mountain air and blooming alpine meadows In winter: Very cold and snow reliable, -12 to 0 degrees, meters of snow
Recommended travel time
December to April (snow reliable, skiing and cross-country skiing), June to October (alpine hikes)
Summer
Cool-fresh, 15-22 degrees, clear mountain air and blooming alpine meadows
Winter
Very cold and snow reliable, -12 to 0 degrees, meters of snow
How much does a holiday in Balderschwang cost?
Budget travellers: 50-80 EUR: Guesthouse, ski pass from 30 EUR, cross-country skiing free/day, mid-range: 90-150 EUR: Mountain hotel, ski pass, alpine meals, sauna/day, luxury: 200+ EUR: Wellness hotel, gourmet half-board, private ski course/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-80 EUR: Guesthouse, ski pass from 30 EUR, cross-country skiing free
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90-150 EUR: Mountain hotel, ski pass, alpine meals, sauna
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200+ EUR: Wellness hotel, gourmet half-board, private ski course
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Balderschwang?
Car from Munich 2 h, from Ulm 1.5 h | Train to Oberstaufen + Bus | Oberstaufen 15 km
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Come in winter — Balderschwang is Germany's snowiest place, often with 2-3 meters of snow.
Cross the Riedbergpass by car — Germany's highest federal road pass with Alpine panorama.
Buy Balderschwanger mountain cheese directly at the alpine pasture — handmade and unique in taste.
Enjoy the solitude — with 300 inhabitants, Balderschwang is Germany's smallest mountain village.
What should you eat in Balderschwang?
Typical specialities in Balderschwang: Balderschwanger mountain cheese — spicy alpine cheese, handcrafted at over 1,000 m altitude, Allgäuer Kässpatzen — particularly aromatic here with the house-made Balderschwanger cheese, Kaiserschmarrn with plum compote — fluffy and caramelized, an alpine classic, Buttermilk fresh from the alpine pasture — creamy and refreshing, a Balderschwanger specialty.
These specialties you must try!
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