Lindenberg in the Allgäu: Waldsee, hat-making history and town history
Accommodation in Lindenberg in the Allgäu
Lindenberg in the Allgäu combines Waldsee with hat-making history, views and historic places. At Waldsee, you can choose from swimming, jogging, hiking and cycling; in town, the museum, observation tower, church and cemetery park offer a variety of experiences. When searching for a holiday apartment, this mix can help guide you: decide whether waterside activities, scenic routes, or culture and local history should set the tone for your holiday.
Waldsee: Swimming, activities and elevation
At the Waldsee recreation area in Lindenberg, you can swim, jog, hike and cycle. The lake lies at an elevation of 765 metres; according to the town of Lindenberg, it is Germany’s highest-altitude moorland bathing lake. The four leisure activities make Waldsee appealing both for a day of swimming and for active outings. Seasonal conditions may affect swimming.
Hat-making history and notable landmarks
At the German Hat Museum, public guided tours of the permanent exhibition take place at 3 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month. If you plan your visit around one, check the latest details with the museum. The Nadenberg observation tower houses a small exhibition of pictures about the tower’s history. It was built in 1911 under the name “Siebenländerblick.”
The parish church of St. Peter and Paul is considered a landmark of Lindenberg; its imposing domed towers define the townscape. The old cemetery by Aurelius Church also tells the story of the town: today, it is a cemetery park and a small oasis steeped in history in the heart of town. In Lindenberg, an exhibition on hat culture, a glimpse into the history of the tower and places with different connections to local history sit side by side.
Two routes, two viewpoints
The “Rund um Lindenberg” hiking trail passes along the paths above the Bergfriedhof cemetery; from there, you can enjoy a view of the Nagelfluhkette mountain range. The Lindenberg Trilogie circular trail runs along Waldsee and ends back at the starting and welcome point at the German Hat Museum. The two routes offer different highlights: one focuses on views of the Nagelfluhkette, while the other follows the path along Waldsee and returns to the starting point at the museum.
Weekly market and indoor swimming pool
The Lindenberg weekly market, offering fresh, local products, takes place every Saturday morning in the town square by the town hall. If the market fits your plans, check before your visit to make sure it is going ahead.
Lindenberg’s indoor swimming pool has a 25-metre swimming pool with five lanes, a non-swimmer pool and a children’s area. This offers a separate indoor swimming option in addition to activities at Waldsee. Check the latest operating details before your visit.
Also in the wider destination of Lindau
If you also include the wider destination of Lindau in your holiday plans, Nonnenhorn has a centrally located railway station. Boat services from the landing stage connect to Lindau, Bregenz, Meersburg, Konstanz and Mainau Island. Train timetables and seasonal boat services may change; check the latest schedules before including these options in your plans.
Discover more destinations
Discover more destinations: Hergatz, Wasserburg, Nonnenhorn, Heimenkirch, Sigmarszell, Maierhöfen, Lindau, Weiler-Simmerberg.
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