In the wonderful Allgäu around Füssen-Weißensee there are excellent conditions for cross-country skiing in winter. A cross-country ski trail network covering approximately 300 kilometers with attractive routes for beginners and experts invites cross-country skiing enthusiasts to explore the picturesque Allgäu snow landscapes. A beautiful cross-country ski trail for beginners runs through the Füssener Venetianerwinkel, offering great views of the old town and the snow-covered mountains.
Cross-country skiing is a wonderful holiday activity for anyone who enjoys relaxing days in Füssen-Weißensee during the cold months. The Nordic winter sport can be practiced at practically any age and you can take it easy so there is no risk of overloading yourself. Cross-country skiing gently trains almost all muscle groups and strengthens the cardiovascular system. Furthermore, cross-country skiing is simply fun and allows you to explore your holiday destination. Around Füssen-Weißensee there is a cross-country ski trail network with approx. 300 kilometers of varied routes for every level. If you want to try cross-country skiing on vacation, you don't have to buy the equipment separately. Various providers in the region offer them for rent at low prices. If you have no experience on skis yet, we recommend taking part in a cross-country skiing course at one of the ski schools in the region.
For all beginners who don't want to put too much effort into cross-country skiing right away, the approximately 1,4 kilometer long trail in the Füssener Venetianerwinkel is a good choice. The short circuit is suitable for both the classic cross-country skiing style and the skating technique and has some gentle climbs and gentle descents. On the way there are beautiful views of the romantic Füssener old town and the magnificent Allgäuer mountains. You can get on the tour at the bus stop on Mariahilferstrasse. Parking is available nearby. If you are traveling by public transport, you can take the 70 bus from the Füssen train and bus station to the starting point. You hardly need more than 20 minutes to complete the circuit.
With a view of snow-covered meadows, snow-covered mountain slope forests and Füssen's old town, simply follow the signs “F4” on the cross-country ski trail. Enjoy the short climbs and gentle descents and enjoy the winter impressions along the way. The cross-country ski trail also offers you a great view of the High Castle, which sits on a hill above Füssen's old town and is one of the best-preserved medieval castle complexes in Bavaria. It is worth visiting this magnificent building during a winter holiday in Weißensee. The beautiful white facades are decorated with artistic Gothic illusion paintings and inside there are sumptuously furnished halls and rooms. Interesting for art lovers: A branch gallery of the Bavarian State Painting Collections and the Municipal Gallery present paintings by Bavarian artists and late Gothic sculptures in the High Castle.
If after the short round in the Venetianerwinkel you've really got the taste for it and would like to do more cross-country ski trails, as mentioned, the region offers a wide range of options. For example, the approximately three kilometer long route from the Weidach sports facility in Füssen to the boat harbor at Forggensee is well suited for beginners. A top attraction in the region is the Neuschwanstein circuit, which runs below the fairytale castle. This route is illuminated in the evening, creating very special impressions within the picturesque mountain scenery.
