Design rooms
Modern designer rooms with plenty of storage space, a safe, a bench in the panoramic window, and a comfortable double bed.
Stubai Valley / NEW: now open
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Montafon
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Kitzbühel
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
Ötztal
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
Zillertal
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
Bad Kleinkirchheim / Carinthia
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
Neuschwanstein
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
Garmisch
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Hinterstoder
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Oberstdorf
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Berchtesgaden
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
A vacation right on the mountain? It's possible in Nesselwang!
Sustainable holidays in the Allgäu at the Explorer Hotel Neuschwanstein at the Alpspitze
If the word "vacation in the Allgäu" still only brings to mind mountain cheese and beer, then you need to expand your general knowledge as soon as possible. Right at the Alpspitze, you'll find action, relaxation, and panoramic views all year round – and it's totally family-friendly.
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Hotel for summer and winter holidays: Your Explorer Hotel at the Alpspitze
The Explorer Hotel in Nesselwang in the Allgäu region is your perfect accommodation for an active mountain getaway. From the Explorer Hotel, you can hike directly to the summit of the local mountain, the Alpspitze in Nesselwang, at an altitude of 1,575 m. The absolute highlight of your holiday in Nesselwang is the AlpspitzKICK! This is a long zipline where you can whizz down into the valley at over 100 km/h, both in summer and winter. Have you discovered trail running as your sport? Then you've probably heard of the Trailrunning event.
Who's heard of the Mountainman? This trail marathon takes place annually in Nesselwang. Adrenaline, action, and a great sense of community—this sporting event in Nesselwang has it all! Prefer to ride your bike? Then you can explore the Bike Area in Nesselwang by bike. 15 circular tours, over 12,400 meters of elevation gain, and 580 kilometers of touring—there's something for both families and pros. Nesselwang offers 66 varied MTB tours for mountain bikers to choose from.
Ready for winter? Located directly at the foot of the Alpspitze, the Explorer Hotel is the perfect starting point for your "ski holiday in Nesselwang." And if you want to explore even more ski areas around Nesselwang, we have a holiday tip for you: With the Allgäu-Tirol Ski Card, you have access to over 140 additional kilometers of slopes in the Vitales Land holiday region.
Skiing isn't your thing? And you've already given up on snowboarding without even trying? No problem, don't let that stop you from enjoying winter sports in the Allgäu. Around your Hotel Nesselwang, there are great cross-country ski trails, snowshoe trails, and toboggan runs that you're welcome to try out.
This is all included in your Allgäu holiday
During your holiday in the Allgäu at the Explorer Hotel you will find everything you need for a sporty holiday in the Eastern Allgäu.
Breakfast buffet
Choose from 70 fresh, high-quality, and predominantly regional products. The highlight is the do-it-yourself egg frying station.
Sports Spa
With Finnish sauna, steam bath, infrared cabin, relaxation room and fitness area with strength and cardio equipment.
Bike and Ski Area
You will find lockable sports lockers, a workbench, a washing area, as well as tour suggestions and tips for ski courses, and much more.
E-charging stations (for a fee)
There are four public charging stations in the underground car park. Each parking space costs €8.80.
Free Wi-Fi
Explorer guests can surf the internet for free via Wi-Fi throughout their stay.
Road cycling in the Ostallgäu, MTB, skiing and much more.
Located directly at the Alpspitze, our Explorer Hotel is the perfect accommodation for a holiday in the Allgäu in both winter and summer, and for a year-round mountain escape. You've come to the right place! We'll give you the best tips and tour recommendations for every season – always from your hotel in Nesselwang!
Hotel for your family holiday in Nesselwang
Family holidays at the Alpspitze in Nesselwang mean action and variety from the very first second. With highlights like the Grüntensee climbing forest, the Allgäu Coaster, and the ABC swimming pool, a family holiday in the Allgäu is simply unforgettable! And the perfect hotel in Nesselwang is, of course, the Explorer Hotel.
Everything about the Explorer Hotel Neuschwanstein
The best holiday deals in Nesselwang
Explorer Week
✔ Stay 7 nights or more and save 15%.
✔ Arrival daily.
Active Deal
✔ 10% bonus
✔ for stays of 3 or more nights
✔ bookable in spring, summer, and fall
Happy Family Deal
✔ 1 child up to 17 years old free or up to 50% off an extra children's room
✔ Limited offer
Happy Family Deal - 2 rooms
✔ Up to 4 children
✔ Children's room with up to 50% discount
✔ from 1 night
Happy Family Deal - 1 Room
✔ 1 child up to 17 years free
✔ from 1 night
✔ limited offer
Climate Rate
✔ 10% off
✔ from 1 night
✔ only when arriving by train/bike
Hike Deal
✔ Including cable car ticket
✔ Reduced rate
✔ for stays of 3 nights or more
Your highlights in Nesselwang in the Allgäu:
AlpspitzKICK
In two sections, you'll zoom down from 1,500 meters at speeds of up to 120 km/h back toward the valley. This makes the AlpspitzKICK at the Alpspitze the fastest zip line in Germany.
Neuschwanstein Castle
King Ludwig II of Bavaria (yes, the crazy fairytale king) built what is probably Germany's most famous castle in 1896 to create a retreat for himself.
Pleasure adventure trail at the Alpspitzbahn
The pleasure adventure trail starts at the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn and is also ideal for families!
AlpspitzCOASTER
Tobogganing fun & action in summer and winter: on the Alpspitz Coaster in Nesselwang you can enjoy the beautiful view from the Alpspitze in the middle of nature on the toboggan run.
AlpspitzSPLASH
The AlpspitzSPLASH in Nesselwang is a floating climbing park on a snow-making pond! The perfect way to cool off is guaranteed!
Your top experiences in Nesselwang
Allgäu Mountain Farming Museum
The open-air museum is located at an altitude of over 1000 meters against the stunning mountain backdrop of the Allgäu Alps.
Museum of the Bavarian Kings
The Museum of the Bavarian Kings in Hohenschwangau provides insights into the history of the Wittelsbach dynasty.
Tandem paragliding - with Vogelfrei flight school
Do you want to see the mountains from the very top during your vacation? ;) How about a flight through the clouds of the Allgäu mountains? With the *Vogelfrei Flight School*, you can book your paragliding tandem flight any time of year. Whether winter
Llama trekking in the Allgäu
Llama trekking in the Allgäu region. At the llama adventure farm in Nesselwang, 16 fluffy companions are just waiting to explore the Allgäu with you.
Falkenstein Castle Ruins
The castle ruins on the Falkenstein are located at an altitude of 1,277 m above the Pfronten valley and are therefore Germany's highest castle ruins.
ABC Bad Nesselwang
The adventure pool in Nesselwang offers great fun not only for water lovers. Those seeking relaxation will also find plenty of opportunities to unwind in the spacious sauna area.
Geocaching in Nesselwang
If you're suggesting hiking for your family vacation in the Allgäu and the kids aren't particularly keen on it, then we have something for you: Geocaching with Jon's Adventures around Nesselwang.
Nesselwang Local History Museum
Or also called the Nesselwanger Heimathaus :) As the name suggests, here you will find out everything you always wanted to know about your holiday destination Nesselwang.
AlpspitzKICK
In two sections, you'll zoom down from 1,500 meters at speeds of up to 120 km/h back toward the valley. This makes the AlpspitzKICK at the Alpspitze the fastest zip line in Germany.
Trend Sports Center Allgäu
So much for biathlon only being possible in winter! Every Thursday, a biathlon taster course for everyone takes place at the Allgäu Trend Sports Center.
Grüntensee in the Allgäu
The Grüntensee near Nessselwang in the Allgäu is located at the foot of the Grünten mountain (oh wonder) and has a length of 2.5 km.
Pilgrimage Church of Maria Trost
This is not just any church, but one of the most important pilgrimage churches in the Bavarian Swabia region.
Tegelberg Flight School
At the certified Tegelberg flight school in Schwangau, you can make your paragliding dream come true and enjoy unforgettable views of the Allgäu mountains!
Neuschwanstein Castle
King Ludwig II of Bavaria (yes, the crazy fairytale king) built what is probably Germany's most famous castle in 1896 to create a retreat for himself.
Royal Crystal Thermal Baths Schwangau
Yes - you will definitely feel like royalty here ;) In the Königliche Kristalltherme Schwangau you can experience thermal and sauna pleasures on 14,000 m².
Cambomare in Kempten
At the Cambomare water park in Kempten, you'll find everything your water lover could want during your vacation in the Allgäu region: a water park, sauna area, outdoor pool, and massages!
Lina Laune Land
In this 4,000 m² indoor playground, lots of fun and adventure await all little explorers.
Highline 179
The Ehrenberg castle complex, which consists of 4 fortress sections, is today one of the oldest and most important fortresses in the northern Alpine foothills.
Weissensee Füssen
Nestled amidst the lake district around Füssen in the Ostallgäu region lies the Weißensee, which is particularly suitable for swimming during your holiday in Nesselwang.
Forggensee in the Allgäu
Did you know that Lake Forggensee in Füssen is the fifth largest lake in Bavaria? The 15.2 km² Forggensee is also famous for its magnificent view of the royal castles.
Canyonauten - Canyoning Allgäu
The Canyonauten from Sonthofen in the Allgäu are professional canyoning guides and offer you exactly the right tour for your needs every day.
Höllschlucht forest ropes course
At the Höllschlucht forest ropes course in Pfronten, 11 courses and 100 challenges await you! And the bravest can soar over the Höllschlucht torrent on the zip lines.
Grüntensee climbing forest
In the Tiefblick climbing forest at Grüntensee, 11 climbing courses of varying difficulty with a total of 97 elements, slackline courses and flying fox courses await you.
Hopfensee in the Allgäu
Hopfensee in the Allgäu region is located north of Füssen in the Hopfen am See district. This lake in the Eastern Allgäu is one of the warmest lakes in the Alpine foothills and is ideal for swimming as early as the end of May.
Alatsee near Füssen
The Alatsee is an idyllic bathing lake between Pfronten and Füssen and could almost give the impression of being at the sea.
Kögelweiher in Nesselwang
Next to the Attlesee, the Kögelweiher in Nesselwang is the perfect place for a quick refreshment after a long day in the mountains.
Attlesee in the Allgäu
Lake Attlesee is a bathing lake in the Allgäu region, located within a nature reserve. Surrounded by green meadows and idyllic mountain scenery, it's easy to lose track of time.
Ehrenberg Castle World
The ascent to Highline 179 also leads to the Ehrenberg Castle World in Tyrol and is a great trip for the whole family!
AlpspitzCOASTER
Tobogganing fun & action in summer and winter: on the Alpspitz Coaster in Nesselwang you can enjoy the beautiful view from the Alpspitze in the middle of nature on the toboggan run.
Forest Adventure Center Füssen-Ziegelwies
The Ziegelwies Forest Adventure Center is a very special place. A diverse forest area promises many adventures, both big and small, for the whole family.
AlpspitzSPLASH
The AlpspitzSPLASH in Nesselwang is a floating climbing park on a snow-making pond! The perfect way to cool off is guaranteed!
The best events around Nesselwang
09.05.2026
8. MOUNTAINMAN Nesselwang
Der diesjährige Mountainman findet am 9. Mai statt und hat einiges zu bieten. Hier erfährst Du alle wichtigsten Infos zu diesem abwechslungsreichen Wettkampf-Lauf in Nesselwang.
21.08.2026 - 23.08.2026
Allgäu Triathlon 2026
Schwimmen im glasklaren Alpsee, Radeln durchs Allgäuer Voralpenland und zum Abschluss ein Lauf mit Bergblick. Wir sind mit einem Stand auf der EXPO, schaut vorbei!
Videos from the Ostallgäu
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Family holidays in Nesselwang: 5 amazing mountain experiences that are worth it
Sporty via ferrata in the Allgäu: Tegelbergsteig near Neuschwanstein
Magnificent panoramic tour in the Allgäu: Trail running at the Alpspitze in Nesselwang
Magnificent road bike tour in the Allgäu around Lake Forggensee and the royal castles in spring
Fantastic hike in the Allgäu: From Lechfall to Neuschwanstein Castle
Beautiful gravel bike tour in the Allgäu: Lakes and Castles Tour
Panoramic hike in the Allgäu: Breitenberg (1,838 m) and Ostler Hütte
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