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Indulge in our buffet of mystical forests, crystal-clear lakes, lovely hills, towering mountains, traditional farms, quaint inns, legendary castles, romantic palaces, charming villages, and cozy towns. Our hosts look forward to welcoming you.
Village twinnings
Countless trails lead into and around the Elbsee Landscape Conservation Area. The surrounding countryside is tended by many farmers, some of whom also offer farm stays. To the northwest, atop a hill, the Baroque pilgrimage church of St. Alban watches over the people of Aitrang. Its unique wooden coffered ceiling, featuring scenes from the life of
St. Alban, and its powerful organ have been attracting pilgrims and visitors for over 500 years. The high altar, made of stuccoed marble, is considered an early work by Dominikus Zimmermann, the builder of the Wieskirche.
Concerts held in the summer and the magnificent view are further good reasons to visit. The village has everything you need, from the village store with a bakery
and café, an inn, and two butcher shops to a hair salon, two Kneipp pools, and its own coffee roastery, as well as good medical care (family doctor, dentist, physical therapy practice, alternative practitioner).
We won’t let you down but it will be rocky.
This village has a strong connection to water—not only because it features a romantic cascading waterfall, beautiful marshes, and a natural outdoor swimming pool fed by spring water. The first hydroelectric power plant in the Allgäu was built here in 1902, making Görisried the first municipality in the Allgäu to have electricity.
The plant can still be visited today. With the stunning Allgäu Alpine backdrop before your eyes, nestled in
an impressive landscape of forests and lakes, close to attractions yet peaceful—Görisried offers you all of this.
Family-run farms, numerous craft businesses, and thriving small and medium-sized enterprises provide attractive jobs for the local population. The calendar of events is packed with festivals organized by local clubs and the church, alphorn performances, concerts by the local band, GotoGö—the major music festival in the Allgäu—and classic car meets, among other things. The village square, with its restaurants, church, and village store, serves as a gathering place for everyone.
According to legends, Eve took a piece from paradise – in the form of a four leaf clover.
The people of Lengenwang have their own paradise and established clover leaf paths: four themed trails on which there is a lot to marvel and experience about. Starting and ending points are both at the restored railway station in the centre of the village. Here you get the clover leaf ticket. Whomever finishes all the trails will get a reward in form of a souvenir at the town hall, the Café Höbel or at the Goldener Adler.
Living Crafts: At the well-preserved Tannenmühle mill in Sigratsbold, miller Reichart explains his craft, while at the Adomat woodturning workshop, visitors can admire fascinating wood and alabaster turnings. The master craftsman shares his knowledge with interested visitors through courses for beginners and advanced students.
Those seeking peace and quiet will find inspiration on the Kapellenweg trail around Lengenwang. Horse-drawn carriage rides are a special experience for children and newlyweds—though that’s not to say that everyone else can’t enjoy such a ride just as much.
Carina will lead you back home, because she was the guiding cow during the last Viehscheid (home coming of the cows / cattle splitting).
A new crown-bearing cow is selected and beautifully dressed ever year. Then the journey starts from the Apfeltranger Schrofenstein Alp the the Scheidplatz, where the animals are returned to their owners after the summer. The return is celebrated by the whole village with music and a hearty meal!
A wonderful cycling and hiking paradise stretches around the Alpe all the way to Lake Elbsee, which features a swimming area, restaurants, and a campground. The view from the Bergmangalpe mountain hut—which serves food and drinks—out over the picturesque Alpine foothills is well worth the effort! On the LEGENDARY TRAIL, you cycle from the “Headless Poodle” to the “Red Musketeer”—even tired little legs perk right up!
The number of restaurants in the town is impressive—six establishments offer plenty of variety, and two of them even brew their own beer! And there’s also a cheese factory where the famous Allgäu Romadur is made. You can even get it from a vending machine now. New additions include playgrounds in Apfeltrang at the parish house
and in Ruderatshofen at the newly occupied municipal office.
The idyllic market town of Unterthingau, through which the Kirnach River flows and which is surrounded by rolling hills, lies on the edge of the Kempten Forest.
Unterthingau has held market rights since 1485. The beautifully restored buildings, such as the “Red Castle” and the Häringer Heritage House, are well worth seeing. At the same time, the modern infrastructure offers everything you need for daily life or a relaxing vacation. Throughout the year, various events—such as fairs, concerts, and exhibitions—take place in the historic “Red Castle,” the “Schloss-Stadel,” and around the castle.
Particularly spectacular is the Medieval Market, which takes place every four years—the next one will be on June 5–6, 2027. Jugglers, knights, music groups, and artisans invite you to step back in time. Unterthingau uniquely combines nature, history, and Allgäu hospitality—a place that will captivate you!
The three Walder ponds are strung together like pearls on a string.
The first one is perfect for swimming: A long pier leads out into the deep water, and right in the middle of the lake you’ll find a floating island - it’s a blast! Hungry guests can grab a bite at the kiosk, and kids can let off steam at the playground. The second one is used for fishing by the Wald e.V. Fishing Club—guests are more than welcome! At the third pond, you’ll find peace and quiet: Curved wooden loungers at the end of the nature trail invite you to take a little break!
In fact, this small village is nestled amid forests and meadows, with the Wertach River - spanned by a 30-meter
long suspension footbridge - winding its way past - an ideal starting point for hiking and biking tours. In winter, the trails here are professionally groomed, and cross-country skiers with plenty of stamina can enjoy themselves for hours on end. From the RV park, you can see not only the Walder Weiher but also the “Wald- Halla”: Here, in addition to sports, culture is celebrated with village music evenings, concerts, and elaborately staged performances by the widely known Walder theater group.