Langlaufen in Oberstdorf

Cross-country skiing holiday in Oberstdorf

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.

138 km
Trails
71 km
Classic
67 km
Skating
10
Circular courses
10 km
Trails with artificial snow

Highlights of the cross-country ski region

  • Nordic Zentrum Oberstdorf
  • Test the original trails of the FIS Nordic WC 2021
  • Night trails with floodlights
  • High-altitude trail Rohrmoos at 1,058 m

Altitude of the tracks: 780 - 1,058 m

Cross-country ski season: Early/Mid December - Mid/Late April

Cross-country skiing tickets & fees: free
The starting points of all trails (except Rohrmoos) can be reached by bus. This is free of charge for guests staying overnight in Oberstdorf.

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.

Nordische Ski WM

Ready for a spectacular sports party?

Nordic superstars in the snow? Then Oberstdorf is the place for you! The winter sports resort has a packed event calendar, including:

  • Opening ski jumping event of the Four Hills Tournament on December 28/29, 2024
  • Two-Nights-Tour Women's Ski Jumping on January 1, 2025
  • Nordic Day at the Nordic Center Oberstdorf in January
  • DSV-Germany Cup in cross-country skiing in January
  • FIS World Cup Ski Flying from February 24 to 26, 2025

Experience winter sports up close and personal.

Shop, rental and cross-country ski schools in the region

Erste Skischule Oberstdorf
Freiherr-von-Brutscher-Straße 4
87561 Oberstdorf
  • Cross-country ski school, rental
Neue Skischule Oberstdorf
Nebelhornstraße 61
87561 Oberstdorf
  • Cross-country ski school, rental
NTC Sports
Nebelhornstraße 67 e
87561 Oberstdorf
  • Cross-country ski school, rental, shop

Winter holiday: Bavaria

Bavaria

The diverse landscape in Bavaria offers you everything you need for a successful winter holiday. On cross-country ski tracks of all levels of difficulty, you leisurely explore the individual regions on cross-country skis.

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