Cross country skiing in Oberstdorf
Oberstdorf's cross-country skiing expertise hardly needs an introduction – after all, this spa and winter sports resort in the Allgäu is synonymous with Nordic passion. Every year, the international elite gathers here for the legendary Four Hills Tournament and many other World Cup events. The sunny community has already hosted the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships three times – most recently in 2021. There is no shortage of Nordic expertise and top infrastructure here, nor of snow and sunshine.
In the Footsteps of Champions
It's a family experience to stand at the foot of the legendary 72-meter-high Heini-Klopfer ski flying hill. During a cross-country skiing holiday in Oberstdorf, you can soak up the Nordic enthusiasm with every pore. After all, during a winter holiday in the southernmost part of Bavaria, you are walking in the footsteps of world champions and ski jumpers. From the World Championship Ski Jump Arena Oberstdorf Allgäu with its five ski-jumps to the Nordic Center Oberstdorf.
Top training conditions are provided for all levels: there are trails of all difficulty levels for professionals, recreational skiers, children, and beginners. As far as the eye can see and the legs can carry. Cross the flat roof of the main building and follow the tracks of the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships 2021. In between, you can stop at the Nordic Café to exchange experiences and warm up. Those looking for a challenge can try laser biathlon; those needing professional tips can attend one of the cross-country courses. Romantics are drawn to the night trail twice a week for moonlight skiing. In the 71 km trail network, you can explore the area on 10 trails leading to the districts of Rubi, Reichenbach, Schöllang, and Tiefenbach. Or head to the Rohrmoos high-altitude trail at a sunny 1,058 meters.
Three piste groomers ensure perfect preparation, starting work promptly at seven in the morning every day. Trail use in Oberstdorf is free – overnight guests in Oberstdorf can also reach most of the trails for free by bus from several entry points, expanding their range by another 50 km.
Shop, rental and cross-country ski schools in the region
Erste Skischule Oberstdorf
Freiherr-von-Brutscher-Straße 487561 Oberstdorf
- Cross-country ski school, rental
Neue Skischule Oberstdorf
Nebelhornstraße 6187561 Oberstdorf
- Cross-country ski school, rental
NTC Sports
Nebelhornstraße 67 e87561 Oberstdorf
- Cross-country ski school, rental, shop