The Neuschwanstein-Loipe

An unforgettable experience during a winter holiday in Füssen is a round of cross-country skiing on the evening-lit Neuschwanstein trail. The approx. 1,7 Kilometer long route runs below the fairytale castle Neuschwanstein and offers very special impressions. Enjoy this round of pure winter romance!

During a round of cross-country skiing on the Neuschwanstein Trail, winter can be experienced from one of its absolutely most beautiful sides. While walking through the picturesque snow landscape, magnificent views of the mighty mountains and the royal castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau are obtained up close. This is guaranteed an unforgettable experience! The approx. 1,7 Kilometer-long tour has an easy claim, so it is also suitable for beginners. If you simply want to try out cross-country skiing during winter holidays in Füssen and do not want to buy your own equipment, you can rent the equipment cheaply from suppliers on the Schwangauer Tegelberg, for example at the Snow Sports School Schwangau. It also offers cross-country skiing courses, where you will be taught the techniques by an experienced ski instructor. It is definitely worth it, because cross-country skiing is a lot of fun and is also good for health, as it trains almost every muscle group gently and strengthens the cardiovascular system.

The starting and finishing point of the Neuschwanstein lap, which is suitable for both classic cross-country skiing style and skating technology, is the valley station at Tegelberg in Schwangau. Schwangau is only approx. 5 kilometres from Füssen; The Tegelberg is signposted there and there is sufficient parking available at the valley station. The trail is snowed from December and is between Tuesday and Saturday 18 and 21 Clock lit. It is recommended to complete the lap in the evening, because the romantic lighting makes cross-country skiing even more an unforgettable pleasure. Enjoy the picturesque winter landscape and the views of striking mountains such as the Säuling as well as the world-famous Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles. Especially on behalf of King Ludwig II. between 1869 and 1886 Neuschwanstein Castle, which reminds of a real fairytale castle, is uniquely beautiful. The magnificent interior design attracts around two million visitors from all over the world every year. Both castles can be visited all year round in the form of about half-hour guided tours.

After the round on the Neuschwanstein trail, the 1881 Meter high Tegelberg of course the opportunity for even more winter sports fun. The 32 Kilometer-long trail network here offers more charming cross-country skiing routes and at the foot of the mountain there are several small lifts that allow cozy skiing and snowboarding downhills. The highlight at Tegelberg is the approx. 4,2 kilometres long main descent from the mountain station into the valley, where a height difference of approximately 900 meters are overcome. Experienced skiers get their money's worth on this fast-paced descent. The mountain also offers the best conditions for biathlon and ski touring. For the physical well-being in between, or after the winter sports, provide several huts that pamper their guests with tasty Allgäuer delicacies.

Cross-country skiing on the Neuschwanstein Trail is really an experience that should not be missed on a winter holiday in Füssen. At the same time and with the other winter sports on the Schwangauer Tegelberg, the whole family is guaranteed the best holiday fun.