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Oberstdorf Resort Guide
Projected to open Nov 21
Projected to open November 21, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 21
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Last Snowfall
Oct 25
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
17cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Oberstdorf is a renowned ski resort located in the Allgäu Alps of southern Germany, offering access to a diverse ski area that includes the Nebelhorn, Fellhorn, and Söllereck mountains. The resort features a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels, modern lift systems, and panoramic alpine views. Visitors can enjoy a welcoming village atmosphere, extensive cross-country trails, and unique experiences such as Germany’s longest valley run and the famous ski jumping arena. Key amenities include ski schools, family-friendly facilities, and a range of après-ski and wellness options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Oberstdorf
Lifts
27
Longest run
7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola3
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed 65
- Quad chair1
- Double chair1
- Surface lift3
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Erdinger Urweisse Alp – This iconic après-ski bar at the base of the Nebelhorn cable car is renowned for its rustic alpine charm, lively atmosphere, and selection of Bavarian beers, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind with music and hearty local fare after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:05 PM UTC
15cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+7%
vs 5-Year Avg
14cm avg by now
-21%
vs 30-Year Avg
19cm avg by now
14cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 15 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~15 cm. That's 7% above the 5-year average (14 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 21% below the 30-year average (19 cm).
Oberstdorf Season Snowfall
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Oberstdorf Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 424cm with an average of 76 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 17% above this average (497cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 55cm | 9 days | 17cm | 41cm | 14cm |
| December | 72cm | 12 days | 54cm | 80cm | 15cm |
| January | 71cm | 12 days | 86cm | 111cm | 14cm |
| February | 68cm | 11 days | 112cm | 133cm | 14cm |
| March | 64cm | 13 days | 118cm | 141cm | 13cm |
| April | 42cm | 8 days | 94cm | 126cm | 9cm |
| May | 16cm | 4 days | 26cm | 66cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 21, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Oberstdorf
- Where is Oberstdorf?
- Oberstdorf is a ski resort in Germany.
- How high is Oberstdorf?
- Oberstdorf runs from a base elevation of 828 m (2,717 ft) to a summit of 2,224 m (7,297 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,396 m (4,580 ft).
- How big is Oberstdorf?
- Oberstdorf has 70 marked runs and 27 lifts.
- How much snow does Oberstdorf get in a typical season?
- Oberstdorf averages 129 inches / 327 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
