Bad Hindelang: Hinterstein
The Ostrach valley defines the setting of Bad Hindelang — its narrow floor concentrates the town between the steep slopes of the Allgäu Alps. This Bavarian market town lies close to Germany’s border with Austria and forms part of the Oberallgäu district. The Ostrach runs through the settlement before joining the Iller farther north, while side valleys lead toward the Oberjoch area. Bad Hindelang’s identity is shaped by mountain farming as well as tourism; the annual Viehscheid, when decorated cattle return from summer pastures, is one of the enduring customs of the Allgäu. The town is also known as a health resort, reflected in the “Bad” in its name. Churches, farmhouses and compact village streets give the valley settlement a distinct local character.
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Bad Hindelang lies in the Ostrach valley in the Allgäu Alps, where steep mountain slopes and high pastures surround a string of settlements. The municipality extends south towards the Hinterstein valley and includes Oberjoch, a mountain village set at about 1,136 metres above sea level. Hiking, cycling and winter sports are central to local life, shaped by the area’s Alpine terrain. Each autumn, the Viehscheid brings decorated cattle down from summer grazing grounds, continuing an Allgäu farming tradition. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Bad Hindelang and the Allgäu Alps.
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