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Rettenberg

Welcome to Rettenberg, a charming destination in Oberallgäu, Germany. This Travel Guide gives you an overview of the geographical location and special features of Rettenberg as well as tips on tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events, culinary specialities and outdoor activities.
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Attractions in Rettenberg


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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 76.5 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 751 m
Descent 751 m

Eine schöne Rennradtour von Sonthofen im Oberallgäu über Tannheim ins Ostallgäu und zurück

from Matthias Schön,   Outdooractive Editors
Hiking Trail · Allgäu
Auf den Grünten
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.5 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 749 m
Descent 750 m

Grüntenwanderung ab Parkplatz Gasthof Alpenblick, hinauf zur Schwandalpe und auf waldreichem Weg zum Gipfel. Der Rückweg führt am Grüntenhaus ...

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from Ulrike Tenzer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Allgäu
Grünten von Rettenberg aus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 990 m
Descent 990 m

Abwechelungsreiche Wanderung von Rettenberg auf den Grünten.

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from Karl Koettnitz,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 41.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 712 m
Descent 712 m

Beautiful round trip through the southern Allgäu in the middle of the blooming cattle pastures and mostly off the roads.

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from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Premium
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 119.7 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 2,440 m
Descent 2,440 m

This tour through the Allgäu has everything a cyclist's heart desires. Short, steep ramps, steady climbs and flat passages along the rivers.

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from Robert Busch,   Outdooractive Premium
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 11 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 306 m
Descent 306 m

A varied circular trail along the Rottachberg via the ruins of Vorderburg Castle to the Falkenstein, which is 1115 m above sea level.

from Hartmut Wimmer,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Hiking · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Swabian-Allgäu Hiking Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 158.4 km
Duration 41:00 h
Ascent 1,598 m
Descent 1,310 m

The Schwäbisch-Allgäuer Wanderweg (SAW) has been leading since 1978 from the old Römerstadt Augsburg through a highly varied landscape to the ...

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from Michael Lenke, Julia Grimm, Tobias Ullmann,   Outdooractive Editors
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Rettenberg is nestled between rolling hills and majestic mountains in the foothills of the Allgäu Alps. The idyllic landscape offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain panorama. The region is known for its lush meadows, clear lakes and rivers, as well as for its traditional villages with their characteristic wooden houses.

Topically relevant sights include the 18th-century parish church of St. Nikolaus with its Baroque façade, as well as the church of St. Nikolaus. The museum of local history "Haus des Gastes" provides insights into the life of the inhabitants of Rettenberg in earlier times.

For those interested in culture, there are numerous opportunities such as classical music concerts or theatre performances at various locations in the area.

Rettenberg also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Be sure to try the regional specialities such as Kässpatzen (potato dough noodles with melted cheese), Allgäu beef or homemade jams made from fruity berries.

In summer, the region entices you with numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking or climbing. In winter, the nearby "Ofterschwang" ski area offers the best conditions for skiing and snowboarding.

Even when the weather is bad, there is plenty to do in Rettenberg: Visit the Bad Wörishofen thermal baths, for example, or enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in one of the cosy cafés in the village.

Overall, Rettenberg is definitely worth a trip - whether for an active holiday in the mountains or to simply switch off and enjoy nature. Where is the most beautiful? You decide for yourself - every place has its own charm!

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Up the Grünten by Bernd
May 29, 2023 · Community
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When did you do this route? May 29, 2023
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Radrunde Sonthofen - Vorderburg - Ellegghöhe - Wertach - Großer Wald by Michael
May 28, 2023 · Community
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When did you do this route? May 28, 2023
Photo: Michael Romano, Community
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Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language