The Schwangau Region

Hiking

in untouched nature

Especially in summer, the pristine Allgäu nature lures you out and up the mountains. Explore the beautiful surroundings around Schwangau on foot. Imagine admiring the fantastic mountain panorama on an Allgäu mountain peak in summer and stopping off in one of the rustic mountain huts to spend a hearty evening. Here in the Schwangau region, you will find the perfect tour for every type of hiker.

Hiking in the Schwangau region

Cycling

from leisurely to athletic

In the Schwangau region around Hotel Helmer, cyclists and mountain bikers of all kinds get their money's worth. Whether sporty or leisurely tours, short or long routes, around the Forggen or towards the Wieskirche, maybe just to Füssen, with us, cyclists will find the right mix.

In our bicycle garage, directly at the hotel parking lot, we also have enough space to store your bike from home. And if you arrive without a bike, you can rent one of our hotel-owned trekking bikes easily, comfortably, and free of charge.

Cycling in the Schwangau region

The royal castles & other excursion destinations

a delight for mind, body, and soul

Visit the nearby royal castles and other sights in the Schwangau region: churches, monasteries, museums, or even the beautiful old town of Füssen are waiting for you to come exploring. In summer, take a swim in one of the crystal-clear mountain lakes or visit the Royal Crystal Spa at the Schwangau Kurpark with its wide range of indoor and outdoor pools and saunas.

Excursion destinations in the Schwangau region

Winter in Schwangau

Beautiful – with or without snow

Enjoy the clear mountain air of the Schwangau region in winter at its best with a long walk or buckle up your cross-country skis if there's enough snow, or go sledding or snowshoeing.* You can also book a horse-drawn carriage ride through the snowy landscape all around Schwangau. 

*Sleds and skis are available for free at the hotel.