Germany, Europe
Ofterschwang
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
13 Dec 2025
Closes
22 Mar 2026
Days open
99
Annual snow
2m
The Overview
Ofterschwang combines world-class racing heritage with accessible family skiing across 17km of brilliantly maintained slopes. This Allgäu resort regularly hosts World Cup slalom events on its famous Weltcuphang run while still catering perfectly to recreational skiers of all abilities. The resort's excellent snow reliability and efficient operations make it a standout destination in southern Germany, offering genuine Alpine experiences without the crowds of larger ski areas.
525m
Vertical
17
Runs
16.5 km
Piste
2m
Annual snow
The Terrain
17 runs across 16.5 km of piste
Ofterschwang spreads 17 runs across 16.5 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 56%, with 5 beginner runs to find your feet and 3 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
17
runs
17 runs across 4 grades
Beginner5 runs · 28%
Intermediate10 runs · 56%
Advanced3 runs · 16%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Ofterschwang
The ski season at Ofterschwang typically runs from December through March, with the most reliable conditions in January and February. The resort benefits from advanced snowmaking covering 90% of all slopes, ensuring consistent skiing regardless of natural snowfall. The north-facing World Cup slope maintains exceptional snow quality throughout the season, frequently offering racing-quality conditions for recreational skiers. The microclimate often delivers surprising powder days, particularly during cold snaps.
Season 2025 - 2026
13 Dec 2025
Opens
22 Mar 2026
Closes
99
Days open
2 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Ofterschwang, and where to stay
Situated in Bavaria's picturesque Allgäu region, Ofterschwang sits approximately 150km from Munich and 70km from Memmingen Airport. The resort enjoys a beautiful position surrounded by rolling Alpine meadows and impressive mountain peaks. This accessible location makes it popular for weekend trips while maintaining an authentic Bavarian atmosphere. The nearby village of Ofterschwang provides traditional accommodation options and excellent dining serving authentic regional specialties including excellent Allgäuer Käsespätzle.
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Trail map & terrain
Terrain split
17
runs
Beginner28%
Intermediate56%
Advanced16%
Expert0%
16.5 km of piste
Resort Stats
Elevation
Base880m
Summit1405m
Annual snowfall
2m
Season
2025 - 2026
13 Dec 2025 - 22 Mar 2026
Trail coverage
17 runs
16.5 km
About Ofterschwang's trail map
Explore Ofterschwang's full trail map with 17 runs across the mountain, colour-coded by difficulty and shown alongside the terrain split. Use it to plan a day that matches your ability, find lift-served pockets of your favourite grade, and see how the resort links together. Download the piste map (PDF) ↗
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