Pfronten: Winter sports paradise in the Ostallgäu

Winter sports activities in Pfronten at a glance:

• Tobogganing
• Skiing and snowboarding
• Hiking
• Ski tours
• Snowshoeing

Pfronten is located in the picturesque Ostallgäu region, right on the border with Tyrol. The railway takes you directly into the snow-covered mountain world. After all, the valley station of the Breitenberg cable car is located right next to Pfronten-Steinach railway station. A four-seater chairlift takes you effortlessly up to the Hochalpe at an altitude of 1677 metres. From here, tobogganists can enjoy spectacular views of the Pfronten valley.

Tobogganing: The longest natural toboggan run in the Allgäu

If you can't wait, hop on your toboggan right at the exit, which you can conveniently hire at the valley station of the Breitenbergbahn cable car, and whizz down the longest natural to boggan run in the Allgäu at six kilometres. Once back in the valley, a free shuttle bus takes the tobogganers and their sledges back to the valley station and then it's back up to the next round.

Skiing and snowboarding: Slopes for every level

A total of eight kilometres of slopes await skiers and snowboarders in the largest and most snow-sure ski area in the Ostallgäu: from easy to more difficult slopes, there is plenty on offer for beginners and advanced skiers alike.

Hiking with panoramic views: The Ostler Hütte

If you have a little time for more activities, hike from the top station of the chairlift up to the Ostler Hütte. After around half an hour's ascent, you can enjoy a free all-round panoramic view for lunch (try the Allgäu Kässpätzle). The hut's webcam offers a foretaste of the fantastic view.

You can find out whether the toboggan run is open and what the weather forecast is here.

Pfronten in summer: an outdoor paradise

You should also make time for a trip to Pfronten in summer: Climbing, hiking, geo-hikes through the mountain, paragliding - there's all sorts on offer here.

How to get here: How to get to Pfronten

Take the train to Pfronten-Steinach station. From there, the Breitenbergbahn valley station is just 150 metres away - simply turn left diagonally opposite on the other side of Tiroler Straße.