Family fun without wet feet
Rainy weather in the Allgäu region:
5 bad weather tips for the Ostallgäu region
Bad weather tips for every region
When the heavens open over the Allgäu region and it pours with rain, your excursion plans don't have to be ruined. With its picturesque landscapes and charming towns, the Allgäu offers numerous opportunities for exciting outings even on rainy days. We've compiled five tips for activities in bad weather for each region. From fascinating museum visits to relaxing wellness oases – in the Allgäu, rainy weather becomes an opportunity to discover a whole new side of the region. Experience the Allgäu at its best with your family, whether it's sunny or rainy!
Tips for the Oberallgäu , Westallgäu and Unterallgäu regions
1. Admire tropical beauties in the butterfly world
Butterfly, you little thing! In the manageable butterfly experience in Pfronten, with its subtropical climate, there's so much to admire and discover. Around 200 butterflies of all sizes and colors flutter freely through the air, catch themselves, rest on the many plants and blossoms, and sometimes even on the ground – so keep your eyes peeled! And when they want to refuel, they enjoy the fruit provided. One even landed right on our lucky butterfly's head. What an experience!
Many information panels explain how a caterpillar eventually becomes a butterfly. Those who want to see this process firsthand can view the numerous cocoons and pupae on site. We found it incredibly fascinating!
The adventure park also has other animals to offer. The most impressive was Bob the giant tortoise. We were even allowed into his enclosure to see him up close and pet him. Did you know that tortoises can feel when you stroke their shells? That's why you have to be careful. There are also many colorful birds, iguanas, and curious bearded dragons.
The attached café offers homemade cakes and hot drinks, and in the shop you can take toys and plush animals home as souvenirs.
Information:
>>> Visit the Butterfly World website
Address : Gernweg 5, 87459 Pfronten
Opening hours : Daily from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM >>> Be sure to reserve tickets online in advance!
Costs : Children (4-16) €8.50, Adults €10.50, Family ticket (2 adults and 3 children) €38.50
Parking : Directly in front of the building
2. Crossing boundaries at the Ziegelwies Forest Adventure Centre
At the Füssen Forest Adventure Centre, you can experience, feel, and explore the (floodplain) forest and its inhabitants. If it's too wet for the three fantastic adventure trails, you and your children can learn everything you need to know about the forest, its animals, and their environment in the indoor exhibition "My Forest." Everything is presented in a playful and very clear way, ensuring fun for forest adventurers of all ages.
It rained all day when we visited the visitor center, so our enthusiasm for the outing was initially rather low. However, once we arrived, our excitement quickly grew. The first glimpse of the beautiful, deep blue Lech River right by the parking lot made our hearts leap with joy. Bundled up against the cold, we ventured onto the floodplain trail (always following the Lech) through the lovely forest. We soon forgot about the rain, so captivating were the play stations and climbing on the large riverbank rocks. The detour to the Lech Falls and the roaring torrents of water was another highlight of our day in the woods. How turquoise can water be? And then there was the vibrant autumn foliage of the trees... a sight that was pure bliss.
After a warm-up and refreshment break at the forest snack bar, we continued on to the treetop walkway. At a dizzying height (16 to 21 meters above the ground), you can literally cross borders here. Because here you actually cross the German-Austrian border and, if you want, stand with one foot in each country. We were absolutely thrilled with everything!
Information:
>>> Visit the website of the Forest Experience Center
Address : Tiroler Str. 10, 87629 Füssen
Opening hours : Daily 10 am to 4:30 pm
Cost : Everything is free, except for the treetop walkway: children up to 15 years free, adults €5
Parking : Large parking lot by the Lech River
3. The Wildbach Alm: Perhaps the most family-friendly restaurant in the Allgäu?
Finally, a chance to enjoy a peaceful meal? Families (or parents) can find just that at the Wildbach-Alm in beautiful Nesselwang. The Wildbach-Alm isn't just a restaurant; it boasts an entire indoor playground for its youngest visitors. Separated only by a door, children can let loose before, after, and, in our case, even during their meals. A tunnel slide, a climbing room, a giant pool table, and other play equipment are available. Our (then) 5-year-old daughter wandered around on her own without needing supervision. Younger children should be supervised (at least occasionally). Children and families are definitely welcome here, and if things go well, parents can actually have a conversation while they eat.
The Wildbachalm also has a beer garden with a playground, which we unfortunately didn't see because it was pouring rain during our visit.
Information:
>>> Visit the Wildbach Alm website
Address : Bürgermeister-Martin-Str. 8, Nesselwang
Opening hours : Tuesday to Friday 5 pm - 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday 12 pm - 10 pm
Cost : The indoor playground is free for all restaurant patrons.
Parking : Right in front of the door
4. Climbing Biessenhofen power plant
Bouldering has been gaining popularity for some time now, climbing gyms are booming, and the sport has just become an Olympic sport. For active, sports-loving families, it's an absolutely brilliant activity for a rainy day and a truly sustainable alternative to traditional sports. Important for parents: To ensure that all climbers can enjoy their sport undisturbed and, above all, safely in the climbing gym, it's crucial that parents actively accompany and supervise their children at all times – to prevent accidents. The soft mats and colorful climbing holds aren't just inviting for children.
Where else can mom or dad really let loose while their kids practice the best coordination and dexterity sport there is? From school age onwards, bouldering is the sport par excellence!
Families are in good hands at Kraftwerk Climbing in Biessenhofen. Naturally, there's a climbing wall for children, as well as courses for all ages and fitness levels.
Information:
>>> Visit the Kraftwerk bouldering gym website
Address : Kreener Str. 14, 87640 Biessenhofen
Opening hours : Sunday to Friday 6am to 11pm, Saturday 6am to midnight
Costs : Children (0-5 years) €5, children (6-13 years) €6.50, teenagers (14-17 years) €7.50, adults €12.00
Parking : In front of the door
5. All cheese? A family outing to the Walder show dairy
How do the holes get in the cheese, and why does it have to mature for so long before it's ready to eat? These and many other questions about cheesemaking are answered at the Walder Show Dairy. Besides the opportunity to witness cheesemaking firsthand, this destination has even more to offer: The rustic brewery taproom serves hearty culinary delights of the highest quality, from home-brewed beer and boiled pork to a raclette buffet. Cheese and other products are available to take home from the farm shop.
Incidentally, the mountain inn next door also has open stables and a small indoor playground in the barn.
Information:
>>> Visit the website of the show dairy in Wald
Address : Nesselwanger Str. 44, 87616 Wald/Ostallgäu
Opening hours : Monday + Tuesday Day off / Wednesday - Friday 11:30 am - 6:00 pm / Saturday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm (Brewery taproom from 11:30 am) / Sundays and public holidays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (farm shop only) 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (brewery taproom and farm shop) >>> Please inquire beforehand about live cheesemaking
Cost : Free
Parking : Right in front of the door
Packing list for a child's backpack:
This is an essential item to pack in your backpack on any trip with kids:
- Water bottle
- Snacks are best fresh and packed in a lunchbox
- Spare clothes - Have you seen our cute and cuddly children's socks ?
- Our children's adventure pass is always a great day activity during an excursion.
- Favorite toy
About our guest author:
Purista is a copywriter and social media manager from Wangen im Allgäu. When she's not busy putting her wordplay into (mostly virtual) print for various clients, she indulges her passion for travel. She's not only made it her mission to know every corner of the Allgäu region, but also suffers from constant FOMO (fear of missing out). There are simply too many countries in the world!
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