Heini Klopfer Ski Jump Tower
Large ski jumping hill complex in Oberstdorf
Perched above Oberstdorf in Bavaria, the Heini Klopfer ski jump draws spectators during the Four Hills Tournament and curious visitors who tour the facilities and take in alpine views.
Heini Klopfer Ski Jump at a Glance#
Address: Heini‑Klopfer ski jump (Oberstdorf), Bavaria, Germany
Website: https://www.oberstdorf.de/en
How to Get to Heini Klopfer Ski Jump#
The Heini Klopfer Ski Jump is in Oberstdorf, Bavaria. Oberstdorf is served by regional rail to Oberstdorf station; from the station the ski jump complex is about 1-1.5 km away (roughly a 15-25 minute walk) or a few minutes by local bus or taxi.
By car, reach Oberstdorf via the Bundesstraße B19. Local signage in Oberstdorf directs you to the ski jump arena and visitor parking.
Tips for Visiting Heini Klopfer Ski Jump#
- Visit on a non‑competition day if you want to explore facilities and use the visitor platforms without large crowds - international events and Four Hills matches close off spectator areas.
- Plan to go early in the day for clearer views from the top of the jump complex and to watch training runs (when scheduled) rather than peak spectator times.
- Check the venue's official schedule for opening hours and any guided‑tour or lift/elevator access to the observation platforms - the jump complex has specific public‑access windows.
Best Time to Visit Heini Klopfer Ski Jump#
Visit in winter for ski jump events and the full winter-sports atmosphere, or in summer for quieter access and hiking in the Oberstdorf area.
Weather & Climate near Heini Klopfer Ski Jump#
Heini Klopfer Ski Jump's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1610 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - 2° | -5° | 107 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 4° | -3° | 106 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 7° | 0° | 110 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | 1° - 10° | 4° | 107 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 5° - 16° | 10° | 128 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 19° | 13° | 186 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 21° | 16° | 205 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Good | 10° - 21° | 15° | 186 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 7° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 7° | 0° | 124 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 3° | -3° | 116 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
