Snow, fun and winter sports in Schwangau, Allgäu

Fantastic winter fun for country skiers, skiers, carvers and snowboarders

Cross-country skiing, Alpine skiing, snowshoeing and Biathlon promise a variety of change for each day; also the mountain station is a popular meeting place for skiers. Those who prefer a cosy day, can enjoy walking or a carriage ride through the glittering landscape. Again a highlight is the royal castles which underline the mystical winter mood.

Just relax and enjoy the snow-covered landscape, 50 km of cleared winter hiking trails are waiting for you: Schwansee park, the mysterious Forggensee or one of the mountain huts are freshing stop in the Bleckenau, Drehhütte or the Rohrkopfhütte with a hearty swabia snack or a glass of mulled wine can be a memorable winter experience. 

Schwangau is an official "DSV nordic active Cross country centre". This certificate guarantees the attractiveness of the trail network and its special variety:

• 32km long and varied network trails.
• Different routes - from beginners to advanced
• Highlight: the 2km long, snowy    Neuschwanstein trail below the Castle.
• To determine the level of difficulty and to guarantee maximum safety, the cross-country routes were surveyed using the latest GPS / GIS Technology
• Trail signs show the length and level of difficulty plus any new information

Skiers, carvers and snowboarders experience the fantastic winter sports facilities of Schwangau:

• Perfectly groomed slopes
• Modern snowmaking equipment
• Cable cars, four T-bar lifts
• Ski schools and rental on site