Oberstaufen Winter Magic
Visitors can wander through illuminated displays such as glowing angel wings and light figures in the Oberstaufen PARK, watch ice sculptors at work, or go ice skating on the ice rink. Entertainment across town includes performances by glowing LED wing dancers, magic shows, soap bubble acts, and children's choirs, alongside a nostalgic carousel for kids. Stalls offer winter treats, burgers, crepes, and warm mulled wine, complemented by pop-up cinema screenings and cultural workshops.
What to Expect
Holiday winter festival featuring light illuminations, live entertainment, and street food.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Oberstaufen Tourismus Marketing GmbH
Food & Drink
The event description evokes the scent of mulled wine, and visitors can stop for punch at s'Älple on Kirchplatz.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and winter-break visitors
Vibe
Festive and glowing
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: The Lindauer Straße car park is near the Oberstaufen PARK, and all town car parks charge during the daytime.
Tips & Advice
- Come after dark, when the whole town lights up and the Lichterzauber trail in the Oberstaufen PARK has glowing angel wings for a photo stop.
- Combine your visit with a skate on the Eisplatz or a shopping stroll through the village centre, and finish with punch at s'Älple on Kirchplatz.
- If you stay overnight, use the Allgäu-Walser-Pass for free bus and train travel and ride the hourly Ortsbus line 94 instead of parking.
- If you drive to the Oberstaufen PARK, use the Lindauer Straße car park, and remember that all town car parks charge during the daytime.
- Dress warmly, because the light trail, the ice rink and the market squares are all outdoors and the event comes alive after dark.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at Winterzauber?
After dark the whole town lights up. You can walk the illuminated Lichterzauber trail in the Oberstaufen PARK and stop for photos at the glowing angel wings. You can also skate on the Eisplatz or stroll through the village centre.
Is it good for children?
Yes, the program is for young and old. There's a nostalgic children's carousel and children's choirs on Marienplatz, plus glowing walking acts the kids can pose with.
What food and drink is there?
There's a street-food market with burgers, crepes and other sweet and savoury treats, plus mulled wine and punch. After a shopping stroll, you can stop for punch at s'Älple on Kirchplatz.
Where should I park?
The Lindauer Straße car park is close to the Oberstaufen PARK. All car parks in Oberstaufen charge during the daytime.
Can I get around without a car?
Yes. The Ortsbus line 94 runs hourly on two loops through Oberstaufen. If you stay at least one night, the Allgäu-Walser-Pass gives you free travel by bus and train.
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