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Sonthofen
The Alpine town of Sonthofen and the beautiful Sonthofer Land region are located directly in front of the Allgäu High Alps nature reserve. The southernmost town in Germany is always bustling with activity, but it is only a few minutes from the town center to the idyllic mountain landscape and the nearest hiking trail. The central location of the Alpine town is an ideal starting point for all kinds of scenic tours in winter and summer.
Attractions in Sonthofen
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Due to its exposed location, the Grünten is also known as the guardian of the Allgäu. Anyone who has enjoyed the overwhelming view will grant the ...
Beautiful circular route through the southern Allgäu right through the blooming pastures and mostly away from the roads.
Climbing the very scenic "Guardian of the Allgäu" from the south is particularly varied.
Scenic ridge hike with the crossing of three summits.
We experience a varied bike route that first gently leads along the Iller to Oberstdorf. On the way back over the Hörnerdörfer, there are ...
This route is a genuine crossing of the Allgäu mountain range between Riedberger Horn and Ofterschwanger Horn. Long, partly steep ascent into the ...
Long, at the end quite exhausting, but very rewarding route along the Illerdamm into the Oytal and up to the Käseralpe
This bike tour takes us from Bihlerdorf along the Iller Valley. We ride over the mountainous heights in the west until we reach Oberstdorf ...
This scenic bike ride takes you along the Iller River and the Iller Radweg from Immenstadt to Oberstdorf and back. Great views, good food options, ...
A circular hike that leads us away from all hustle and bustle through picturesque landscapes in the east of Sonthofen.
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Active around Sonthofen
Sonthofen impresses passionate nature lovers and active vacationers with around 100 km of well-maintained hiking trails, tennis courts, Kneipp facilities, leisure facilities, bathing lakes and a modern leisure pool.
Those who like adventure are also in good hands in Sonthofen. Canoe tours, paragliding or hang-gliding, mountain biking or balloon rides guarantee adrenaline kicks.
Activities around the Iller and Starzlach rivers are particularly popular. On warm summer days, they invite you to cool off and enjoy exciting water tours. In winter too, the Sonthofer Land region offers all kinds of winter hiking and snowshoeing tours. Cross-country skiers will also find well-groomed trails here.
Sonthofer customs
As a result of centuries of seclusion, traditional customs have been preserved in the Oberallgäu. Many of these go back to the Middle Ages: the Eggaspiel is a carnival custom in Sonthofen with pagan origins.
The bonfire takes place on the first Sunday after Shrove Tuesday. Large piles of wood are lit on many hills and mountains. A tradition of the Celts, who wanted to drive away the winter in this way.
The St. Nicholas balloon launch on the market square is particularly popular with children. This is preceded by the atmospheric "Klausentreiben" (St. Nicholas' Eve celebrations) in the town and various districts.
A diverse museum landscape with a museum of local history, mountain troops, umbrellas, traffic and gloves reflects the varied history of Sonthofen.
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