Huglfing: the village in the blossoming Pfaffenwinkel region

A village with a golden touch

With around 2,800 residents, Huglfing lies in Upper Bavaria’s Pfaffenwinkel region, between Weilheim and Murnau. It’s nestled in a gently rolling landscape of meadows, forests, and small streams. In the European competition Entente Florale Europe 2025, Huglfing received the Gold Medal for outstanding village design, sustainability, and community spirit. The jury praised the residents’ sense of togetherness, their commitment to environmental and climate protection, and the harmonious design of public spaces. As you stroll through the streets, you can feel this spirit everywhere – from flower-filled village squares and community-tended green spaces to lovingly designed front gardens that give Huglfing its distinctive charm.

What to discover in Huglfing

Huglfing may be small, but it has a rich and fascinating history. At its heart stands the parish church of St. Magnus, whose tower dates back to the Romanesque period – more than 800 years old and built from solid tuff stone. The nave itself was constructed in the late Middle Ages and has been altered several times over the centuries. Inside, different eras meet: Art Nouveau stucco from 1911, remnants of early Rococo decoration in the Sebastian Chapel, and impressive stained-glass windows that bathe the interior in warm light.

Art lovers should visit the former railway signal box near the station. Once used for train dispatching, it now houses a small gallery called Ausstellwerk, where regional artists exhibit their work. Between old railway signs and paintings, the place exudes a charming blend of history, creativity, and village life.

Even a casual walk through the village reveals plenty to admire: well-kept farmhouses with flower-decked balconies, intricately carved wayside crosses, and small chapels that tell stories of faith and tradition in the Pfaffenwinkel region.

A taste of Huglfing

For a cozy meal, stop at the Gasthaus Zum alten Wirth, located right next to St. Magnus Church. The kitchen serves classic Bavarian dishes – hearty, regional, and made with love. Whether in the wood-paneled dining room or the small beer garden, it’s the perfect spot to relax and watch village life unfold.

On the way between the station and the village center, at Hauptstraße 96, you’ll find the Gasthaus zur Moosmühle. This long-standing family-run inn focuses on fresh, regional ingredients and traditional Bavarian cuisine. It’s an ideal stop to round off your walk from the station to the village – and to let your day in Huglfing end on a delicious note.

How to get to Huglfing

Huglfing lies along the Munich–Garmisch-Partenkirchen railway line, also known as the Werdenfelsbahn. The station is located between Huglfing and Oberhausen, surrounded by open fields and meadows. From there, it’s about a 25-minute walk to the village center. Simply follow Weilheimer Straße southeast for about 1.6 kilometers until you reach Hauptstraße in the heart of the village.