Discover Buchenberg

When choosing Buchenberg as a travel destination, you can explore a range of interests: local history, themed trails or a museum visit. The local attractions cover different topics, offering various ways to discover Buchenberg.

Culture and trails in Buchenberg

Buchenberg’s old St. Nicholas Church stands on high ground above the Glasbach Valley. Its exact date of construction is unknown; much suggests it was built after 1122. The frescoes date from the first quarter of the 15th century. This means that an approximate construction date and more precisely dated artistic decoration exist side by side. If you are interested in local history, this distinction in dates provides a specific point of reference.

The historic farmsteads and mills trail, designed by the local history association, runs through the Glasbach Valley. Information boards indicate the sites of former buildings. The soil education trail has a different focus: this 1.6-kilometre circular route runs through Wirlinger Forest and includes nine stations about the functions of soil, as well as accessible soil profiles. This lets you distinguish between a trail with historical connections and one focused on soil, without reducing the two to the same subject matter.

Buchenberg Local History Museum invites young and old to experience stories with all their senses, marvel, learn and enjoy. Experiencing stories is at the heart of the museum; the trails, by contrast, focus on historical sites or the functions of soil. When planning your stay, these different themes can help you choose the topics that interest you.

More attractions in the wider Oberallgäu destination

The wider Oberallgäu destination also offers further, distinct themes. Oberstdorf has 200 kilometres of hiking trails and nature trails. There you can also visit the Heini Klopfer ski flying hill; a lift in the tower takes visitors to the observation platform on the hill’s tower. The World Championships cross-country trail network at the Nordic Centre Oberstdorf/Allgäu comprises more than 30 route variations. One example is the 6.25-kilometre loop with its steep Burgstall climb. Trail availability is seasonal.

The Nagelfluhkette Nature Park Centre is in Immenstadt-Bühl, right by Lake Alpsee. Its free-to-access interactive exhibition covers animals, plants, their habitats and the protected area’s special features; opening arrangements may vary. From Immenstadt railway station, the “Achi’s Water Trail” takes 30 minutes on foot to reach the centre. In bad weather, bus routes 39, 11 and 81 run there. Check the timetable and walking time before setting out.

At Breitach Gorge, you can explore the gorge along well-maintained, secured paths; trail conditions may vary seasonally. There is an information exhibition at the entrance. Starzlach Gorge, between Burgberg and Sonthofen, is a starting point for hiking and canyoning; access and conditions may vary. These two examples combine different activities with their own visiting conditions.

Cycling in Oberallgäu ranges from leisurely to strenuous. Traditional mountain huts serve regional specialities; offerings at individual huts may vary. Alongside hiking, nature and culture, the wider destination therefore offers further interests to consider when planning your trip.

Discover more destinations: Ahegg, Kreuzthal, Immenstadt Im Allgäu, Hörnergruppe, Altusried, Sonthofen, Haldenwang, Dietmannsried.

View the wider travel overview: Oberallgäu.