Holiday in Sonthofen
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
June to October (hiking and toboggan run), December to March (skiing in the region), year-round (thermal baths)
Budget/day
85-140 EUR: City hotel, Alpsee-Bergwelt, Wonnemar, restaurant
Getting there from Germany
Car from Munich 1.5 h | Train directly to Sonthofen (Allgäu-Express) | Oberstdorf 15 km
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What makes Sonthofen special as a destination?
Sonthofen is the southernmost city in Germany and the urban center of the Oberallgäu. The lively small town combines Alpine flair with urban infrastructure and is an ideal starting point for excursions to Oberstdorf, the Kleinwalsertal, and the Hörnerdörfer. The Alpsee-Bergwelt with Germany's longest year-round toboggan run, the Wonnemar-Therme, and the historic city center make Sonthofen a practical base camp in the Allgäu.
What are the top highlights in Sonthofen?
The top highlights in Sonthofen include Alpsee-Bergwelt, Wonnemar Therme, Allgäuer Berghof, Historic Old Town.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Alpsee-Bergwelt
Germany's longest year-round toboggan run (3 km) and a high ropes course — adrenaline with mountain panorama.
Wonnemar Therme
Large adventure thermal bath with wave pool, slides, and sauna area — fun and wellness in any weather.
Allgäuer Berghof
Viewpoint with panoramic views over the Illertal and the Allgäu Alps.
Historic Old Town
Charming city center with marketplace, cafes, and the Gothic parish church of St. Michael.
Hotels in Sonthofen
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Sonthofen?
The best time to visit Sonthofen is June to October (hiking and toboggan run), December to March (skiing in the region), year-round (thermal baths). Warm, 19-26°C, sheltered Illertal In winter: Cold, -5 to 3°C, snow-sure surroundings
Recommended travel time
June to October (hiking and toboggan run), December to March (skiing in the region), year-round (thermal baths)
Summer
Warm, 19-26°C, sheltered Illertal
Winter
Cold, -5 to 3°C, snow-sure surroundings
How much does a holiday in Sonthofen cost?
Budget travellers: 45-75 EUR: Guesthouse, hiking free, toboggan run 10 EUR/day, mid-range: 85-140 EUR: City hotel, Alpsee-Bergwelt, Wonnemar, restaurant/day, luxury: 200+ EUR: Wellness hotel, spa, toboggan run, gourmet menu/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
45-75 EUR: Guesthouse, hiking free, toboggan run 10 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
85-140 EUR: City hotel, Alpsee-Bergwelt, Wonnemar, restaurant
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200+ EUR: Wellness hotel, spa, toboggan run, gourmet menu
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Sonthofen?
Car from Munich 1.5 h | Train directly to Sonthofen (Allgäu-Express) | Oberstdorf 15 km
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Sonthofen?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The 3 km long Alpsee toboggan run is a must — Germany's longest year-round toboggan run.
Use Sonthofen as a budget base for Oberstdorf and the Kleinwalsertal — significantly cheaper.
Visit the Wonnemar-Therme in bad weather — wave pool and slides for the whole family.
Climb the Grünten from Sonthofen — the guardian of the Allgäu with a magnificent panoramic view.
What should you eat in Sonthofen?
Typical specialities in Sonthofen: Allgäuer Kässpatzen — the essential classic with mountain cheese and fried onions, Fleischkäse warm — Bavarian-Swabian meatloaf with potato salad and mustard, Allgäuer Käsesuppe — creamy soup with local mountain cheese, warming after a hike, Germknödel — steaming yeast dumpling with powidl, poppy seed butter, and vanilla sauce.
These specialties you must try!
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