Activities
Family vacation in Marktoberdorf - experience unforgettable moments together!
Marktoberdorf offers exactly what families are looking for: a relaxing break, exciting adventures and plenty of variety - all year round! Situated in the middle of the picturesque landscape of the Allgäu Alpine foothills, the town is the ideal starting point for an eventful family vacation.
You can look forward to a wide range of leisure activities: From the forest ropes course and numerous lovingly designed playgrounds to exciting city rallies and a modern indoor swimming pool, there is something for all ages. Family-friendly events and varied hiking routes also make Marktoberdorf the perfect destination for young and old.
Whether in sunshine or rain, in summer or winter - Marktoberdorf offers family-friendly experiences for all weathers and all seasons.
Online city rally for children and adults!
Welcome, explorers! What is in the castle today? Why were brooms sacrificed in the church in the past? Why was salt so important for Marktoberdorf in the past?
These and ten other questions await young explorers as they get to know the exciting history of Marktoberdorf on the digital town rally. The city rally leads to numerous sights in Marktoberdorf and turns every city tour into an exciting adventure.
Please note:
Before you can start, you need a cell phone or mobile Apple or Android device for the city rally. Install the “Lauschtour App” on this device. Then select the location “Marktoberdorf” and click on “Install” (the app is free and you do not have to disclose any data). Allow the app to determine your location and activate the GPS (if possible). And off you go!
Tip: Once you have answered all the questions, collect your reward from the Marktoberdorf tourist office.
Indoor and outdoor pool
The indoor and outdoor pool in Marktoberdorf offers ideal conditions for water lovers of all ages. Not too big, but with everything your heart desires: a 25-metre indoor pool with diving board and great water play equipment, a children's pool with slide, a baby pool, an outdoor heated open-air pool with relaxing massage jets and a large whirlpool, a spacious sunbathing lawn and a sand volleyball court in summer.
Those who want to relax will find soothing relaxation in the versatile sauna area with steam sauna, Finnish sauna, sanarium, outdoor sauna and infrared cabin.
Naturally, everything is handicapped accessible
Klobunzele-Weg
The Klobunzele trail is a family-friendly adventure trail that is particularly popular with children with its exciting legends and tricky puzzles. The Terra Nostra trail for adults runs along the same path. The trail is 4.6 kilometers long and leads from Kuhstallweiher to Kohlhunden, on to Ettwieser Weiher and over a hill back to Kuhstallweiher. The Klobunzele is a legendary figure who lives by the Kuhstallweiher pond.
According to legend, it starts dancing if you call its name three times in a row - but if you don't call it exactly three times, it splashes its visitors. Eleven stations await you along the Klobunzele trail. Each of them contains something interesting, such as the origin of the sundial or information about the Devil's Oak, and a riddle about the previous station.
Children who successfully solve the riddle can collect a small reward from the tourist office.
Tree crag
The tree crag is located at the idyllic Ettwieser Weiher pond for all adventure seekers: a climbing garden in the middle of nature that offers excitement, fun and sporting challenges for all ages.
A total of 11 courses with different levels of difficulty take you from your first steps on the ground to lofty heights of up to 12 meters. Whether you are a beginner or a climbing pro - there is an adventure for everyone.
Younger guests and spectators are well catered for: slacklines behind the hut invite you to balance, and children who are not yet allowed to climb in the high ropes course can let off steam with Fendt Kettcars and a pedal tractor. A small kiosk offers refreshments, cakes and snacks - perfect for a well-earned break in between.
Two ponds - double the relaxation for the family
Whether lively or quiet - in Marktoberdorf, families will find two very different bathing lakes for unforgettable summer days.
The Ettwieser Weiher, affectionately known as “Ette”, is a real favorite among locals - easily accessible by bike or on foot from Marktoberdorf. Large sunbathing lawns, shallow banks and a designated non-swimmer area make it the ideal destination for families with children. Anyone who gets blue lips from splashing around can quickly warm up again in the adjacent playground.
The Kuhstallweiher, an idyllic moorland lake directly behind the historic Römerbad, is completely different and just as special. In a quiet location, it invites you to relax. A well-tended sunbathing lawn on the southern shore offers sunny and shady spots for relaxation.
Mini golf
Marktoberdorf's mini golf course at Schwabenstraße 52 is a destination for the whole family. You can put your accuracy to the test on the well-maintained course - and if you need a break, you can treat yourself to snacks, refreshments and cool drinks in the idyllic beer garden.
There is also a lovingly designed playground right next door for younger guests.
Playgrounds
A playground is much more than just swings, seesaws and a sandpit. The focus is on the needs of the children: on the playgrounds in Marktoberdorf, they can develop self-confidence through play in a safe environment and learn how to deal with small challenges.
The town of Marktoberdorf maintains a total of 27 playgrounds that meet precisely these high standards. Great importance was attached to quality and safety when equipping the playgrounds: All equipment - from slides to climbing towers - complies with current DIN standards and offers fun and variety for children of all ages.
Overview of playgrounds
Fendt Holiday Weeks
The Fendt Holiday Weeks transform the Fendt Forum in Marktoberdorf into a place of adventure for young and old technology fans. The colorful program around agriculture, technology and games inspires with pedal tractor courses, craft stations, child-friendly guided tours and exciting quizzes.
Special highlights include the large bouncy castle, virtual experiences with VR goggles and realistic agricultural simulators where children can slip into the role of a farmer themselves. A visit is worthwhile whatever the weather - admission is free and registration is not required.