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Ofterschwang, Germany

Bavaria · Germany

Ofterschwang is a small town in Bavaria, Germany with a population of 2,021. Elevation: 2,986 ft (910 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,021 Population 59/sq mi density
2,986 ft Elevation 910 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
104.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$33,724 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,724 median income
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$118,000 home value, $590/mo rent

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About Ofterschwang

Ofterschwang

Ofterschwang is a municipality in southern Germany, in Oberallgäu, Bavaria. It is a professional winter sports venue, regularly used for World Cup alpine events.

People

Population2,021
Density59/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,724

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,000
Rent$590
Ownership56.1%
Housing Units808

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain104.4 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation2,986 ft (910 m)
Population2,021
Population Density59 / sq mi
Elevation2,986 ft (910 m)
Coordinates47.5000°, 10.2333°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceBavaria
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation104.4 inches (2,653 mm)
Annual Snowfall237.8 inches (604 cm)
Median Household Income$33,724

About Ofterschwang

Ofterschwang is a small town in Germany (Bavaria) with a population of 2,021. The city sits at an elevation of 2,986 feet (910 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Ofterschwang is $33,724, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 79 business establishments.

Income: Ofterschwang vs Germany

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,724
55% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)79

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ofterschwang is $118,000, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $590 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 56.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 808 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,000
58% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$590
49% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.1%
Owner-Occupied56.1%
Renter-Occupied43.9%
Housing Units808

Property Tax

Climate in Ofterschwang

Ofterschwang has an average annual temperature of 7.4°C (45°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1687 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.2°C / 28°F -7.3° / 2.9° 115.5
Feb -0.9°C / 30°F -6.8° / 4.9° 98.9
Mar 2.9°C / 37°F -3.1° / 8.9° 126.1
Apr 6.9°C / 44°F 0.4° / 13.4° 101.4
May 11.1°C / 52°F 4.7° / 17.5° 156.6
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21° 187.5
Jul 16.6°C / 62°F 10.4° / 22.8° 202.1
Aug 16.4°C / 62°F 10.2° / 22.6° 201.5
Sep 12.4°C / 54°F 6.6° / 18.2° 145.3
Oct 8.4°C / 47°F 2.7° / 14.1° 114.0
Nov 3°C / 37°F -2.1° / 8.2° 111.1
Dec -1.2°C / 30°F -5.8° / 3.3° 126.5
Ofterschwang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 104.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 237.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,986 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below Germany avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,986 ft (910 m)
Area34.1 sq mi (88.2 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates47.5000°N, 10.2333°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.4"
175% above Germany avg
Snowfall 237.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.56"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

563 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 4, 2024.

Dec 29, 1999 12 km N of Isolaccia, Italy M4.8 100 km
Mar 22, 2003 2 km WSW of Albstadt, Germany M4.7 121 km
Jul 17, 2001 3 km NNE of Rifiano, Italy M4.7 112 km
Nov 20, 1991 1 km WSW of Churwalden, Switzerland M4.7 97 km
Mar 31, 1994 2 km W of Warth, Austria M4.7 28 km
Jun 5, 1997 2 km ESE of Namlos, Austria M4.6 39 km
Apr 6, 2000 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 100 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km SSW of Muotathal, Switzerland M4.5 130 km
Oct 1, 2001 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 99 km
Jan 4, 2009 3 km S of Wildhaus, Switzerland M4.5 75 km
Feb 17, 1992 4 km NNE of Scharans, Switzerland M4.5 101 km
May 8, 1992 0 km NNW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 61 km
May 15, 1992 1 km W of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 62 km
May 8, 1992 2 km WSW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 64 km
Nov 22, 1997 4 km SSW of Krummenau, Switzerland M4.4 88 km
May 6, 2003 7 km WSW of Linthal, Switzerland M4.3 121 km
Dec 31, 1999 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.3 100 km
Nov 16, 1995 1 km ENE of Einsiedeln, Switzerland M4.3 118 km
Feb 11, 2012 2 km WNW of Unterägeri, Switzerland M4.2 133 km
May 16, 1990 3 km ENE of Galtür, Austria M4.2 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 95.0 m (312 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1987 VALTELLINA Meteorological 95.0 m 27 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
March 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
April 40°F (4°C) 4.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 7.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 7.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 7.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in Driest
November 35°F (2°C) 4.6 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 4.3 in

Ofterschwang has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 28°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and October the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Ofterschwang

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Volksschule Ofterschwang (Grundschule) - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ofterschwang

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Antenne Vorarlberg Partymix (AT) club, dance AAC
Antenne Vorarlberg Oldies but Goldies (AT) classic, classic hits AAC
Antenne Vorarlberg (AT) - AAC
Antenne Vorarlberg Classic Rock (AT) classic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Hitradio RT1 Südschwaben charts, pop AAC
Radio free FM alternative, community radio MP3 192 kbps
Antenne Vorarlberg Musica Italiana (AT) italian AAC
Antenne Vorarlberg 2000er Hits (AT) 2000er, 2000s AAC
Proton - das freie Radio (AT) - MP3 192 kbps
AllgäuHIT - MP3 192 kbps
Handwerker Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ofterschwang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Allgäuer Bergbauernmuseum
Allgäuer Bergbauernmuseum e.V.
Allgäuer Burgenmuseum
Allgäuer Steinerlebniswelt
AlpenStadtMuseum Sonthofen
Archäologischer Park Cambodunum
Barockbaumeister-Museum
Bergheu Museum
Bergschau
Erasmuskapelle
Felder Museum
Gallorömischer Tempelbezirk
Gschwenderhaus
Haus für historisches Handwerk
Heimat- und Handwerksmuseum Hindelang
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum "Beim Strumpfar"
Heimatmuseum Hofmühle
Heimatmuseum Oberstdorf
Hofgartensaal (Ausstellungen)
Jakobe-Hüs
Kempten-Museum im Zumsteinhaus
Kleine Thermen
Kleines Alpinmuseum
Kunsthalle Kempten
Kutschenmuseum Hinterstein
Marstall Kempten
MBZ-Modell Bahn Zentrum - Stellwerk "Süd"
Mini-Mobil Museum
Museum der Schirme
Museumsdorf Erzgruben
Nagelschmiede
Naturparkzentrum Nagelfluhkette
Obermühle
s'Huimatle
Walser Museum
Walserhus
Wassertormuseum
Wunderkammer Elbigenalp

Libraries in Ofterschwang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bücherei0.0
Bücherei Betzigau0.0
Bücherei Heiligkreuz0.0
Bücherei im Walserhaus0.0
Bücherei Mediathek & Weltladen0.0
Bücherei Wiggensbach0.0
Gemeindebücherei0.0
Gemeindebücherei Buchenberg0.0
Gemeindebücherei Sulzberg0.0
Literaturhaus Allgäu0.0
Pfarrbücherei0.0
Pfarrbücherei Sankt Magnus0.0
Stadtbibliothek Kempten0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei Isny0.0
Stadtteilbücherei St. Mang0.0

Farmers Markets in Ofterschwang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kemptener Wochenmarkt
Viehmarkt / Flohmarkt
Wochenmarkt
Wochenmarkt
Wochenmarkt
Wochenmarkt Kempten
Wochenmarkt Wiggensbach

Hotels in Ofterschwang

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Allgäuer Berghof
Freistil Boutiquehotel
Gästehaus Hörnerblick
Gästehaus Hörnerblick
Gästehaus Schlegel
Heubethof
Landhotel Alphorn
Sonnenalp

Restaurants in Ofterschwang

18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpe Blässe
Bauerngasthof Café Mayr
Bergfischzucht Gunzesried
Berggasthof Goldenes Kreuz
Buhlsalpe
Cortina
Fahnengehrenalpe
Gasthof Elisabeth
Hochbichlhütte
Kamin-Eck
Leitenbach Hütte
Mittelbergalpe
Restaurant Waldhaus am Golfplatz Sonnenalp
Schlitte Hitte
Sennalpe Gerstenbrändle
Vordere Krumbachalpe
Weltcuphütte
Wurzelhütte

Cafes in Ofterschwang

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Zenzimilia
Der Eisladen
Nagelfluhhaus Hirsch

Zoos in Ofterschwang

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hasen

Breweries in Ofterschwang

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bernardibräu
Engelbräu
Privatbrauerei Höss GmbH & Co KG
Privatbrauerei Zötler GmbH
Schäffler Bräu

Stadiums & Teams in Ofterschwang

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Ski Resorts Near Ofterschwang

103 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Schatzalp/Strela (Davos Klosters) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pischa 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tschiertschen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bündalift – Davos 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Scuol Motta Naluns 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Parsenn 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hochwang – Goldgruben 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Selfranga 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vent 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fideriser Heuberge 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kaunertaler Gletscher 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nauders am Reschenpass 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Madrisa 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Silvretta-Bielerhöhe 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pitztaler Gletscher 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pany 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grüsch Danusa 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gargellen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rifflsee 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Galtür 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Mastrils 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ischgl-Samnaun 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Junker - St. Antönien 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Übungsgelände Valisera 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mathon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Flensa-Seewis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Silvretta Montafon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fendels 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
See 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kappl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Golm 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Malbun 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kristberg-Silbertal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sonnenkopf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Brandnertal – Brand/​Bürserberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rotecklift / Tobadill 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Venet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Flirsch 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hochzeiger 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tschardund – Nenzing 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski Arlberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Frastanz-Gurtis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Galtwiesenlift 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Raggal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hochoetz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sonntag Stein 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gröllerkopf-Übersaxen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gföllberglift 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bungerloch 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Laterns-Gapfohl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jöchelspitze 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Zwergberg Furx 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Furx 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Knittellifte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Diedamskopf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tallifte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski lift Schwärzenbach 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Heuberg Arena/Walmendingerhorn 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Heumöserlift 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fellhorn/Kanzelwand 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ifen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Biberwier - Marienberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kleinwalsertal-Oberstdorf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Heini-Klopfer-Skiflugschanze 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Familienskipark Stanzach 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nordic Zentrum Oberstdorf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Söllereck 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lermoos - Grubigstein 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Niedere Andelsbuch-Bezau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Orlen Arena Oberstdorf Allgäu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bödele 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nebelhorn 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schetteregg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Oberegg-St. Anton 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Berwang 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Balderschwang – Hochschelpen/​Riedberger Horn 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hörnerbahn Bolsterlang 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schollenwiesenlift Höfen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hahnenkamm Höfen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hochhäderich 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tannheim-Zöblen-Schattwald 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pfänder 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ofterschwang/​Gunzesried 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hochlitten-Riefensberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Füssener Jöchle-Grän 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hindelang Oberjoch 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hagenberg Sulzberg-Thal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Spieserlifte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hinterstaufen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Immenstadt 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skizentrum Pfronten 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nachwuchsförderzentrum "Reithlift" 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilifte Thaler Höhe 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sonnenlifte Röfleuten/Halden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Buron 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nesselwang - Alpspitzbahnen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ellegglifte – Faistenoy 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Iberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sulzberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wengen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Isny / Felderhalde 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gohrersberg – Kreuzthal 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ofterschwang

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bodensee Airport FriedrichshafenFDHLarge Airport
Memmingen Allgau AirportFMMLarge Airport
Laupheim Air Base-Medium Airport
Lechfeld Air Base-Medium Airport
Sankt Gallen Altenrhein AirportACHMedium Airport
Agathazell Airfield-Small Airport
Altenstadt Army Airfield-Small Airport
Bad Saulgau Airfield-Small Airport
Bad Wörishofen (Nord) Airfield-Small Airport
Bad Wörishofen Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Berg Airfield-Small Airport
Biberach an der Riß Airfield-Small Airport
Füssen Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Geratshof Airfield-Small Airport
Hohenems-Dornbirn AirfieldHOHSmall Airport
Illertissen Airfield-Small Airport
Isny Glider Field-Small Airport
Kaufbeuren Air Base-Small Airport
Kempten-Durach Airfield-Small Airport
Leutkirch-Unterzeil Airfield-Small Airport
Mindelheim-Mattsies Airfield-Small Airport
Peiting Airfield-Small Airport
Reute/Bad Waldsee Airfield-Small Airport
Reutte-Höfen Airfield-Small Airport
Schwabmünchen Airfield-Small Airport
Tannheim Airfield-Small Airport
Wangen-Kißlegg Airfield-Small Airport
Wildberg Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Ofterschwang

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alpenklinik Santa Maria
Fachklinik St. Marien
Kurklinik Allgäuer Bergbad

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ofterschwang

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dreifaltigkeitskapelle
Kapelle St. Ignatius von Loyola
Kapelle Westerhofen
Kapelle Wiesach
Marienkapelle
St. Alexander
St. Matthäus
St. Nikolaus

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Berlin

🇩🇪 About Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 82,927,922
Area 357,021 km²
GDP (USD) $4,562,207,532,490
GDP per capita $54,777
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 80.5 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 81.9%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +49
TLD .de
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Germany

19 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 8 International Women's Day Internationaler Frauentag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Mariä Himmelfahrt
Sep 20 World Children's Day Weltkindertag
Oct 3 German Unity Day Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Oct 31 Reformation Day Reformationstag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 18 Repentance and Prayer Day Buß- und Bettag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Erster Weihnachtstag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Zweiter Weihnachtstag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ofterschwang

What is the population of Ofterschwang?

Ofterschwang has a population of 2,021 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 34.1 square miles.

Is Ofterschwang expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,724, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,000 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $590 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ofterschwang?

Ofterschwang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 104.4 inches, with 237.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ofterschwang?

There are 79 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ofterschwang?

The median home value in Ofterschwang is $118,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $590. The homeownership rate is 56.1%.

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