
Oberstaufen, Germany

In addition to the options for practicing winter sports on the snow cover of its slopes, the German resort of Oberstaufen is also known on the tourist map as a year-round resort for restorative procedures and rehabilitation. Oberstaufen is located in Bavaria, close to the border between Germany and Austria.
For those wishing to practice snow sports, there are seven small ski areas. In general, the conditions in Oberstaufen are best for beginners and intermediate athletes. The altitude of the slopes is from 1880 m to 860 m, their total length is 45 km, and the maximum elevation difference is 1280 m. For fans of cross-country skiing, Oberstaufen offers a total of 120 km of white trails. There are 15 pistes for beginner skiers. Intermediates and experts, to enjoy their winter vacation, should head to the Hochgrat resort area, where they have four and three pistes respectively. The highest point of the Hochgrat ski area, located at 1,833 m above sea level, is reached by cable car. Once there, skiers have two options in front of them – either play it safe and go down the groomed slopes, or get a dose of adrenaline by conquering the raw mountain slopes. In general, a system of 30 lifts operates in the resort area, making the slopes accessible to everyone.
If you're a snowboarder, you won't be able to fully deploy, as the options for you are not as diverse. You can practice your favorite sport by going down rough terrain or on part of the tracks. In addition to snowboarding, visitors to Oberstaufen can take advantage of 60 km of hiking trails and mountain hikes no matter what time of year they head to the resort, or the fun of the ice rink.
Oberstaufen is not just a resort with snow challenges. Undoubtedly one of the biggest attractions and creator of unforgettable moments is its Aquariq adventure water park. The phenomenal park has occupied 1000 sq.m. area and in its collection of attractions includes a musical and Olympic pool, Jacuzzis, water slides, a diving platform and an indoor pool maintained at a temperature of 32 degrees.


























