Immenstadt Travel Guide

City City in Bavaria, Germany near Alps

Below the Allgäu Alps, Immenstadt sits beside the Alpsee and offers cable cars to mountain trails. People visit for alpine hikes, lake swims, the timbered market square, and hearty cheese-and-sausage plates in local inns.

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Costs
$100-150 / day (moderate)
Typical German mountain-town prices; activities can raise costs in high season.
Safety
Very safe, outdoorsy
Very safe and family-friendly; mountain-safety awareness advised.
Best Time
June-September, December-March
Summer hiking and winter skiing seasons are both excellent.
Time
Weather
Population
14,431
Infrastructure & Convenience
Good regional rail and bus connections; tourist services and English available at hotels.
Popularity
Popular with hikers, families and ski tourists; well-known regionally.
Known For
Allgäu Alps access, Hochgrat mountain, Alpsee lake, hiking, skiing, cable cars, traditional Bavarian architecture, alpine cuisine
Immenstadt lies at the foot of the Allgäu Alps and is the gateway to the Hochgrat massif and the scenic Alpsee lake.

Why Visit Immenstadt? #

Nestled in the Allgäu, Immenstadt sits beneath the Alps and beside the Großer Alpsee, making it popular for mountain sport and lakeside relaxation. Hikers and skiers use it as a launch point for routes up Hochgrat and surrounding peaks, while local cuisine - think käsespätzle and alpine dairy specialties - anchors meals after active days. The town’s market traditions and easy access to alpine scenery give it a quintessential Allgäu feel.

Top Things to Do in Immenstadt

All Attractions ›
Don't Miss
  • Alpsee - Alpsee lake near Immenstadt with clear waters, walking paths and boat rentals available.
  • Hochgrat cable car - Hochgrat cable car to panoramic summit with hiking routes and alpine meadows.
  • Historic market square - Historic market square with timbered houses, cafés and weekly local markets.
Hidden Gems
  • Starzlachklamm gorge - Starzlachklamm gorge downstream with footbridges and dramatic limestone gorges to explore.
  • Breitachklamm gorge - Breitachklamm gorge's roaring waterfalls and narrow canyon reachable from Immenstadt.
  • Alpine dairy tours - Alpine dairy 'Alpe' cheese farm tours near town offering tastings and farm visits.
Day Trips
  • Neuschwanstein Castle - Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau reachable within a scenic hour-and-a-half drive.
  • Oberstdorf - Oberstdorf for mountain hiking, cable cars, and ski facilities in Allgäu close by.

Best Time to Visit Immenstadt #

Summer is peak for hiking, lakes and high-alpine scenery when trails and lifts are operating and meadows are in bloom. Winters are prime for skiing, though snow can close some passes - pack layers for spring variability.

Winter
December - February · -8 to 2°C (18 to 36°F)
Snowy winters turn the Allgäu alpine slopes into a winter-sports playground; village is picturesque but some mountain passes close often.
Spring
March - May · 2 to 15°C (36 to 59°F)
Spring melts bring lush meadows and waterfalls; great for hiking lower trails and cycling, though higher routes remain snowy sometimes.
Summer
June - August · 12 to 25°C (54 to 77°F)
Warm, pleasant summers are perfect for alpine hikes, lake swims, and mountain biking; afternoons may see thunderstorms so start early.

Best Time to Visit Immenstadt #

Climate

Immenstadt'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 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1629 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

How to Get to Immenstadt

Immenstadt in Bavaria's Allgäu region is best reached by rail from Munich or via regional airports (Memmingen, Friedrichshafen) with onward train and bus links. The town has direct regional rail service making train travel convenient for most visitors.

By Air

Memmingen (FMM) / Munich (MUC): Immenstadt in the Allgäu is accessible via Allgäu Airport Memmingen (small, low-cost flights) or Munich Airport for international connections. From Memmingen the onward journey by train to Immenstadt is around 1.5-2.5 hours with at least one change; from Munich the train is faster and more frequent (roughly 2-2.5 hours).

Friedrichshafen (FDH): Friedrichshafen Airport is an alternative for regional flights with longer onward ground travel.

By Train & Bus

Train: Immenstadt has a railway station on the Munich-Lindau route with regular regional and some long-distance services. Trains from Munich take about 2 hours; check Deutsche Bahn for direct regional connections and IC/RE services in peak seasons.

Bus: Local buses and postbuses provide connections to surrounding villages, ski areas and hiking trailheads; they coordinate with train arrivals for transfers.

How to Get Around Immenstadt #

Immenstadt im Allgäu is compact and very walkable; the old town, shops and train station are within short walking distances. The surrounding area is excellent for cycling and hiking, with good local paths. Regional trains and buses serve Immenstadt and link it to other Allgäu towns; train travel is often the easiest way to reach the village from further afield and local bus services cover nearby villages. Short local trips by taxi are also readily available and affordable.

Where to Stay in Immenstadt #

Budget
Town centre - €40-90/night
Immenstadt has several affordable pensions and small hotels popular with hikers and winter sports visitors. Rooms are practical and often family-run.
Mid-Range
Alpine foothills - €80-150/night
Mid-range options include family hotels and spa-style properties offering hearty breakfasts and easy access to hiking, ski lifts, and the alpine scenery.
Luxury
Allgäu region - €150-300/night
Immenstadt itself has few luxury hotels; for true upscale alpine resorts visitors look to the wider Allgäu region where full-service spa resorts are found.

Where to Eat in Immenstadt #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Immenstadt's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Regional
German
Pizza
Italian
Burger
Bavarian
Kebab
Indian
Vietnamese
Coffee Shop
Greek
Pasta
Turkish
Cake
Fries
Breakfast
Ice Cream
Tea
Asian
Grill

Nightlife in Immenstadt #

Nightlife in Immenstadt is relaxed with a selection of taverns, beer gardens and hotel bars; evenings are typically calm and community‑oriented. Seasonal events and festivals bring extra activity at certain times of year. If you want late‑night clubs or a bigger live‑music circuit, you’ll usually need to visit larger towns in the Allgäu region.

Shopping in Immenstadt #

Shopping in Immenstadt is focused on local boutiques, outdoor shops (for hiking and skiing gear) and supermarkets. You’ll find traditional bakeries, regional food products and locally oriented retailers in the town centre. For a larger mall selection or international chains, larger regional towns provide more extensive shopping options.

Nearby Cities #