The nearest cross-country trail, the Loipe as it is called here, is about 130 metres from the house. From there the whole trail network of the Tannheimer Tal is open to you: according to the tourist board, around 140 kilometres of groomed tracks, almost all of them for both classic and skating, from gentle starts to more demanding loops.
If you are planning a cross-country skiing holiday in the Tannheimer Tal, you stay with us in Nesselwängle right by the trails, in one of seven suites with their own kitchen.
140 km
of trails in the valley
130 m
to the nearest trail
1,200 m
altitude of the house
Your host skis himself
Matthias knows the trails from his biathlon days. He will gladly tell you which loop suits your day and the snow. And when it suits, he joins you for a loop, on the spur of the moment and free of charge. Our daughter Mathilda has long been at home on the trails.
Cross-country trails in the Tannheimer Tal
A selection around Nesselwängle and Tannheim, from the short loop in the village to the long route into the Allgäu. The valley holds the Tyrolean seal of quality for its trails. Which trails are groomed today is shown in the tourist board’s trail report.
- Across the fields of Nesselwängle below the Krinnenspitze. According to the tourist board the most snow-sure trail in the valley, usually skiable well into spring.
- The short loop in the same fields is floodlit for night skiing.
- From the lift car park in Nesselwängle down to the Haldensee and back along the edge of the forest.
- The long loop past the Haldensee and Nesselwängle below the Krinnenspitze. When the frozen lake is open, the trail crosses the ice.
- From Tannheim up to the Vilsalpsee in the nature reserve, where the Restaurant Vilsalpsee and the Fischerstube stand by the lake.
- The long route to Unterjoch in the Allgäu, where the Ski-Trail cross-country marathon used to run.
- Short and hilly, groomed for skating only, for experienced skiers and intervals.
Classic or skating
Both. Almost all trails in the valley are groomed for classic and skating. If you like it flat and quiet, stay in the fields of Nesselwängle or ski down to the Haldensee. If you want to train, the Expertenrunde in Tannheim is short, hilly and groomed for skating only.
Waxing your skis with your host
There is a waxing bench, an iron and wax in the house. Rather than a waxing service, we wax together: Matthias shows you which wax suits the day’s snow. There is no charge, just let us know. Overnight your skis and poles stay in the ski cellar, your boots in the boot warmer.
Lessons and hire
Would you like to learn classic or skating, or refine your technique? We are glad to arrange lessons through Sport Rief in Nesselwängle. Tell us what you have in mind when you enquire. You can hire equipment for classic and skating in the valley, and the guest card brings discounts on ski and bike hire.
Cross-country after dark
The short loop in the fields of Nesselwängle is floodlit. If you would like to head out once more after dark, just ask us, and we will check when the lights are on for you.
After the trail
Back at the house, the whirlpool, steam bath and infrared are open daily from 4 to 7 pm. In the evening we set out fondue or raclette for you on request. Or you cook in your suite and eat whenever you are hungry. For a last glass there is the Orient Express house bar.
Your cross-country days with us
The season starts with our winter opening: three nights with breakfast, while the valley celebrates with a ski testival and a torchlit walk. In three January weeks the lifts are free from Monday to Thursday for guests staying three nights or more. Our offer January with ski pass is made for them, from five nights with breakfast. Between the loops, a day on the slopes. Everything we currently offer is on our offers page.
The ski areas are on our page about skiing, toboggan runs, winter paths and snowshoe routes under winter walks and tobogganing.
Frequently asked questions about cross-country skiing
Can I go cross-country skiing straight from the house?
Yes, the nearest cross-country trail is about 130 metres from the house, and from there the valley’s whole trail network is open to you. According to the tourist board, the Tannheimer Tal has around 140 kilometres of groomed trails for classic and skating, and it calls the loop across the fields of Nesselwängle the most snow-sure in the valley. Matthias knows them from his biathlon days and will gladly tell you which suits your day.
When is cross-country season with you?
Our winter season runs from 11 December to mid-April. The trails are groomed as soon as there is enough snow. The tourist board calls the loop across the fields of Nesselwängle the most snow-sure in the valley, and people usually ski there well into spring.
Can I wax my skis at the house?
Yes, together with Matthias, at the waxing bench in the house. There is no charge.
Classic or skating?
Both, almost all trails in the valley are groomed for either technique.
Do you arrange cross-country lessons?
Yes, through Sport Rief in Nesselwängle, for classic and skating.
Can I hire cross-country skis?
Yes, in the valley, with a discount through the guest card.
Are dogs allowed on the cross-country tracks?
No, dogs are not allowed on the cross-country tracks in the Tannheimer Tal. Your dog waits in your suite in the meantime.
Where can I see which trails are groomed?
In the tourist board’s trail report.
Tell us what you have in mind and we will put your cross-country days together: write to us. Or see straight away which suite is free on your dates.