Hiking Buddies Community Event

New Year's Eve in the Allgäu Alps

Dec 27 — Jan 2 Johannishof, Nesselwang 6 nights · 20–28 people
Duration
6 Nights
Dec 27 – Jan 1 · extendable to Jan 3
Group Size
20–28
~4 beds per room
Style
Self-Catered
Group cooking · Königscard included
The Location

Johannishof, Schneidbach

A traditional alpine hut in Schneidbach, 1 km from Nesselwang in the Allgäu region of Bavaria. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and winter trails — the kind of place where the fire is lit, the boots come off, and the evening goes long.

Shops, restaurants, and the indoor pool are all within walking distance in Nesselwang. The region is known for its accessible skiing, cross-country trails, and winter hiking routes.

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Johannishof, Schneidbach
The Area

Where We'll Be

Johannishof sits in Schneidbach, 1 km from Nesselwang village. The Allgäu Alps surround us — here's what's nearby.

Johannishof (base)
Easy peaks
Moderate peaks
Expert only
Ski resorts
Winter Peaks

Summits & Hikes Nearby

Several peaks are accessible right from Nesselwang. Most have cable cars running in winter, putting panoramic summit views within easy reach.

Alpspitz
Moderate Cable car 3 km away
1,575 m

The most accessible peak — practically in Nesselwang's backyard. The Alpspitzbahn gondola takes us most of the way up; from the mountain station it's a short groomed walk to the summit cross. Also a popular toboggan run.

30–90 min 3 km
Breitenberg
Moderate Cable car 8 km away
1,543 m

One of the most popular winter hiking destinations in the region. The Breitenbergbahn gondola runs in winter, with a groomed trail to the summit. Excellent panorama of the Allgäu and Lech valley Alps.

45–60 min from top 8 km
Edelsberg
Moderate Cable car 10 km away
1,421 m

Accessed via the Hochalphornbahn from Pfronten-Steinach. Great views over the Allgäu Alps and into the Tannheimer Tal. Can be combined with the Hochalphorn via a ridge trail.

1–1.5 hours 10 km
Buchenberg
Easy Family-friendly 7 km away
1,058 m

Lower elevation makes this a good winter option for beginners and families. Small lift operates, groomed winter trails. A gentle introduction to alpine walking.

1–1.5 hours 7 km
Hochalphorn
Moderate Ridge walk 10 km away
1,522 m

Often combined with the Edelsberg via a ridge trail. In winter, the ridge may require snowshoes depending on conditions — check locally. Accessed from the Hochalphornbahn area.

2–2.5 hours 10 km
Aggenstein
Expert only DE/AT border 12 km away
1,986 m

The highest peak in the immediate area, on the German-Austrian border. Not a standard winter hike — requires alpine experience, crampons, and avalanche awareness. Only for experienced group members.

3–3.5 hours 12 km
More to do

Winter Activities

Beyond the slopes — cross-country trails, tobogganing, and more winter fun in the Allgäu.

Cross-Country

  • Nesselwang Loipe 2 km
    5–10 km groomed trails · easy to intermediate
  • Pfronten Loipe 8 km
    10–15 km groomed trails
  • Tannheimer Tal 20 km
    40+ km · one of the best Langlauf regions in the northern Alps

Other Activities

  • Tobogganing — Alpspitz 3 km
    2 km run · lit for night tobogganing
  • Tobogganing — Breitenberg 8 km
    3 km run · lit for night tobogganing
  • Frozen Forggensee walk 25 km
    Flat winter walk with Neuschwanstein views
Hit the Slopes

Ski Resorts Nearby

The Allgäu region has dozens of ski areas within an hour's drive. Several are covered by the Königscard — here are the closest.

3 km
10 blue4 red1 black
15 runs · Family-friendly
2 blue
4 runs · Beginner-friendly
5.4 km
1 blue7 red1 black
9 runs · Intermediate
3 blue2 red
5 runs
Königscard
8.9 km
5 blue9 red1 black
15 runs
11.4 km
2 blue
2 runs · Very easy
13.5 km
3 blue3 red
6 runs
9 blue28 red3 black
40 runs · Largest nearby
4 blue10 red1 black
16 runs
7 blue2 red
10 runs · Tannheimer Tal
Getting There

Travel Info

By Car from Munich

170 km · ~1h 45min
A96 (Lindau) → A7 (Kempten/Füssen) → exit Nesselwang/Pfronten. Carpooling will be organised closer to the date.

By Train

Pfronten-Steinach — 10 min from the hut
Außerfernbahn line (Kempten → Reutte → Garmisch). Change at Kempten for ICE/IC connections.

Nearest Airports

Memmingen (FMM) — 45 min drive
Munich (MUC) — ~2 hours drive
Innsbruck (INN) — 1.5 hours via Fern Pass

At the Hut

Schneidbach is a hamlet 1 km east of Nesselwang village center. Shops, restaurants, and the indoor pool are within walking distance. The Alpspitzbahn valley station is a 5-minute drive.

Included

Königscard Perks

Our stay includes the Königscard, giving free or discounted access to regional attractions and activities throughout our stay.

Included

Indoor Pool

Free entry to the Nesselwang alpine indoor pool — warm up after a day in the snow.

Discount

Ski Rental

Reduced rates on ski and snowboard equipment at participating rental shops.

Included

Ski Passes

Free or heavily discounted lift passes for selected areas around Nesselwang.

Included

Local Transport

Free bus and train travel within the Königscard network region.

Included

Winter Hiking

Access to groomed winter hiking trails through the Allgäu alpine landscape.

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Additional Activities

Cross-country skiing, tobogganing, ice skating, and other seasonal activities.

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