Füssen – a city with character, charm, and royal neighbors.
The romantic city of Füssen is located in the heart of the Allgäu, nestled between mountains, lakes, and historic landmarks. As the third-largest city in the Ostallgäu district, it is not only an important cultural center but also a popular travel destination with regional appeal. Our Best Western Plus Hotel Füssen is located right in the middle – just 300 meters from the old town, making it the perfect starting point to explore Füssen.
Current information on events, tours, and cultural highlights can always be found at Füssen Tourism. It’s worth checking out the official site to plan your stay even better:
City with history
Füssen has a remarkable history that dates back to Roman times. Located along the once-important Roman road Via Claudia Augusta, it became a major trading and military outpost. Remains of a late Roman fort and numerous historic buildings still testify to this era. In the Middle Ages, Füssen flourished as a town on the Romantic Road – with narrow alleys, well-preserved city walls, and impressive buildings.
The Old Town – a place to linger
The historic old town of Füssen is a true gem: lovingly restored facades, small squares, cafés, shops, and fountains create the atmosphere. Particularly worth seeing: the High Castle, the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Mang, the Hospital Church, the Church of Our Lady on the Hill, as well as numerous baroque and gothic sacral buildings that harmoniously blend into the town's landscape.
Experience culture
Füssen is rich in museums and exhibitions. The High Castle houses a branch gallery of the Bavarian State Painting Collections with impressive late Gothic artworks. The Museum at St. Mang Monastery showcases the history of the city as well as an exhibition on regional lute and violin craftsmanship. For music and theater lovers, the nearby Neuschwanstein Festival Hall offers a diverse program – from classical concerts to large musicals.
Nature, lakes, and Alpine panorama
Füssen is surrounded by a unique natural backdrop: to the east and south rise the Ammergau and Allgäu Alps, while to the west and north, Forggensee, Hopfensee, Weißensee, and Alatsee invite you to stroll, swim, cycle, and relax. The Lech river flows through the city, with the famous Lechfall creating an especially impressive scene. Hiking, cycling, water sports, and winter sports are all right at your doorstep.
Famous neighbors: The royal castles
Just a few kilometers south of Füssen lie the most famous buildings in Germany: the fairy-tale castle Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castle. The King's Corner – as the region around Füssen is also called – is inseparably linked with King Ludwig II., whose visions became stone reality here.
Sports city Füssen
Füssen not only has a lot to offer culturally – the city has also made a name for itself in sports. The traditional ice hockey club EV Füssen was crowned German champion 16 times between 1949 and 1973. Today, a modern ice sports center ensures that this spirit continues to thrive.
Füssen – the perfect place for your vacation in the Allgäu
A city with character, charm, and royal neighbors
A stay in Füssen means more than just a classic vacation – it is a journey through centuries of history, an immersion in fairy-tale natural landscapes, and a delight for both culture and nature lovers. Whether you're planning a relaxing short trip, a romantic getaway for two, or active holiday days with the whole family – Füssen in the Allgäu is the perfect place for it.
As the highest city in Bavaria and the southern end of the Romantic Road, Füssen offers a unique location at the foot of the Alps and the edge of Forggensee. The impressive mountain backdrop meets gentle hills, crystal-clear lakes, and a lovingly preserved old town. The paths are short: from the Best Western Plus Hotel Füssen, you can reach the old town, the High Castle, St. Mang Monastery, or the Festival Hall by the lake in just a few minutes. The famous Neuschwanstein Castle is just a few minutes by car – and is a real highlight for families and culture enthusiasts alike.
Guests who love nature will find everything they need in and around Füssen. Whether hiking, cycling, strolling along the Lech, or engaging in sports activities like sailing, cross-country skiing, or downhill skiing – the Allgäu around Füssen offers ideal conditions at any time of year. And for those who prefer a quieter pace, simply enjoy the view of the Alps, stroll through the weekly market, or relax in one of the cafés in the old town.
Füssen is also a place of living culture: from the traditional EV Füssen as a symbol of German ice hockey to high-class musicals at the Neuschwanstein Festival Hall, which not only feature King Ludwig II but also bring modern classics such as Mamma Mia, Grease, or The Pope's Woman to the stage – here, art and history come alive.
Combined with the comfortable rooms, the central location, and the personal service at the Best Western Plus Hotel Füssen, your stay in the region will be a truly successful getaway. Start your explorations from here – whether towards the old town, the Alps, or the royal castles – and return in the evening to a hotel that welcomes you with warmth and style.
Füssen is the ideal starting point for your vacation in the Allgäu – charming, rich in history, lively, and surrounded by nature and culture. We look forward to welcoming you to our city!