Discover Diepolz: Mountain Farming Culture, Church and Mountain Trails

Diepolz combines impressive mountain farming culture with discoveries of ecclesiastical history and trails through the Allgäu landscape. Those planning a trip can enjoy a variety of holiday experiences here: the Kuhnigundenweg focuses on play and information stations, the Allgäu Mountain Farming Museum showcases historic buildings, rural work and traditional breeds of livestock, and the panoramic circular trail leads to views of the mountains of the Nagelfluh Range.

St. Blasius and the Sattler Farm

A prominent cultural point of interest is the parish church of St. Blasius in Diepolz. Its present appearance combines several eras: the church was largely rebuilt between 1509 and 1517, given a Baroque makeover in 1783/84 and redesigned in the Neo-Gothic style in 1889. Inside, notable features mentioned include a baptismal font from 1490, distinctive keystones in the chancel arches, a sacrament house north of the high altar, as well as paintings of the Fourteen Holy Helpers and the Stations of the Cross. Also worth seeing are the processional cross from the first half of the 13th century and the Neo-Gothic coffered ceiling with zodiac signs.

The Sattler Farm also tells the story of regional architecture and everyday life. The 300-year-old timbered farmhouse, originally located in Schöllang near Oberstdorf, was moved to Diepolz in 2007. Following prior registration, educational programs and courses are offered there for all age groups. These include butter-making as well as beekeeping, herb and felting courses. The Sattler Farm is therefore particularly interesting for your trip planning if you would like to combine craft-related topics with vivid insights into traditional activities.

Experiences for Families and Culture Enthusiasts

The Allgäu Mountain Farming Museum in Immenstadt-Diepolz is located at an elevation of over 1,000 meters. As an open-air museum, it conveys what life was like for Allgäu mountain farmers in the past and what it is like today. Historic buildings, engaging hands-on activities, traditional breeds of livestock and rural work processes reveal different aspects of Allgäu alpine and dairy farming. At the museum farm, you can also gain insights into everyday tasks such as feeding, milking, mucking out and driving the animals out to pasture.

Another idea for a shared day out is the Kuhnigundenweg. This family adventure trail in Diepolz combines play and information stations around the Allgäu Mountain Farming Museum. It allows you to complement your museum visit with a more active, playful perspective. Families can thus structure their day between engaging exhibitions, rural themes and outdoor activities, without all travelers having to share the same interests.

Panoramic Trails and Winter Hiking

The panoramic circular trail from Diepolz to Akams runs at an elevation of 1,060 meters and offers views of the mountains of the Nagelfluh Range. It is suited to trip planning where the landscape itself is the focus. In winter, there are approximately 25 kilometers of groomed winter hiking trails from Stein to Diepolz and from Akams to Knottenried. This approximate distance helps you include a winter holiday with hiking options among your choices without structuring the day around a single activity.

The Right Holiday Apartment for Your Travel Plans

When choosing a holiday apartment in Diepolz, you can consider which of these experiences you would like to define your stay. Culture enthusiasts will find points of interest in St. Blasius and the Sattler Farm, while families can explore different aspects of the Allgäu mountain farming world with the Kuhnigundenweg and the museum farm. Those who prefer being outdoors can consider the panoramic circular trail or the winter hiking trails. This creates a holiday with its own focus from the different options available: historical details, practical insights, discovering things together or mountain views.

For the overarching travel overview: Immenstadt in the Allgäu.