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Weißwurst Morning Gathering with Brass Music “Staufner Böhmische” - in the museum grounds in Oberstaufen Local History Museum - Alpe Vögelsberg Kalzhofer Str. 14, 87534 Oberstaufen Start: 10:00 a.m. In good weather outdoors, in bad weather in the barn. There will be fresh (boiled for the first time) Weißwurst from Müller Wastl from Lindenberg, and the “Staufner Böhmische” will play under the direction of Karl Bogner. There will also be coffee and cake. Enjoy a wonderful Bavarian morning with culinary delights and fine brass music!

Local history museum on Jugetweg. With documentation on Johann Schroth and a permanent exhibition of the Staufen sculptors Fidelis Bentele and Georg Bentele-Ücker. The Bentele special exhibition at Alpe Vögelsberg can also be visited by telephone appointment. Tel. 08325 / 511.

EXPERIENCE THE FOREST WITH ALL YOUR SENSES Tuesdays 1:15 p.m. (from December at 10:15 a.m.) Would you like to discover the positive effects of the forest? Find yourself and your senses? Leave everyday life behind and clear your head? A stay in the forest makes it possible! Try it out — with forest bathing. Immerse yourself in the green sea of trees and discover the special features of the Allgäu forest and the power of sensory perception. What can you expect? Immerse yourself in the Allgäu forest together with forest health trainer Beate Kratzer. At a quiet spot in the forest, you will focus entirely on yourself and your body through gentle relaxation exercises. Mindfulness exercises invite you to perceive and experience the forest with all your senses. Without a specific goal in mind, we want to be completely “in the moment.” *Beate Kratzer is a certified forest health trainer and completed her training in April 2023 with the Kneipp Doctors' Association in Bad Wörishofen. For her, the forest is a place of retreat and relaxation, but also a habitat for plants and animals. She would like to bring this special place of strength closer to participants through her forest bathing offerings and make it tangible and perceptible with all the senses.* Registration is required! Either online or at the counter in the Tourist Information at the Haus des Gastes.

Salt – a white mineral with a great history On Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 8:00 p.m., Gerd Zimmer invites you to an interesting lecture in the Thaler Festsaal in Thalkirchdorf. Under the title “Salt and Its Historical Necessity,” visitors will learn interesting facts about the versatile uses of the white mineral and its economic significance for our region. The lecture shows the important role salt played in history and how it influenced the development of our homeland. All interested parties are warmly invited to attend this informative evening. Admission is free; a voluntary donation is welcome.

Literature and indulgence come together here: Bernhard Lingg accompanies the 3-course menu at Hotel Restaurant Adler with readings from his Oberstaufen crime novel – quirky, humorous, and perhaps surprisingly familiar. When tourism and agriculture clash, an entire village is thrown into turmoil, and love is fought for in the middle of it all, there is plenty going on in Oberstaufen. At least in Bernhard Lingg’s Allgäu crime novel “A Village Stinks to High Heaven”, in which an unusual “manure war” takes its course. And where better to listen to this story than where it is set? On November 20, the author from Oberstaufen will come to Restaurant Adler from 6:30 p.m. – very close to the locations in his book. Right outside the door lies Kirchplatz, where things really heat up in the story. And who knows: perhaps the story will even take us briefly outside ourselves that evening over a drink. You can hardly get closer than that. An evening for everyone who enjoys good stories, Allgäu humor, and good food – and who would like to see Oberstaufen in a different light. Of course, the book can be purchased and signed at the book table of Bücherei Edele that evening. November 20 | Start 6:30 p.m. Restaurant Adler, Oberstaufen 3-course menu incl. liquid surprise & reading: €69 per person *Small tip: Depending on the weather, don’t put your winter coat away too far.*

Discover the quiet nature of the cold season and the fascinating world of wild herbs on a guided walk (approx. 2 hours) with wild herb expert Sofie. Together we explore winter shrubs, trees, and herbs, get to know edible and medicinal plants, and learn interesting facts about their use in cooking and natural medicine. Duration: approx. 2 hours Registration is required! Either online or at the counter in the Tourist Information at the House of Guests.

Homemade soul food, drinks that make you happy, sweets, regional handicrafts, lovingly made little gifts and musical entertainment are promised by this year's Dra'mer Christmas Magic from the Aach Music Band. Saturday: Opening of the Christmas market - You can look forward to various stalls offering handicrafts, lovingly designed little items and homemade goods from the village, as well as delicious treats. Sunday: Christmas melodies and Christmas market - At 11:30 a.m. you can listen to the sounds of the OTAS youth band.

Fire & Ice! When it gets dark, a very special adventure begins: Equipped with headlamps, the hike leads us from the beautifully lit town center through the evening winter landscape on the local mountain, Staufen. In the glow of torches, we finally enjoy a warm drink and the view of sparkling Oberstaufen - a moment to marvel and savor.

Spin a few rounds on the ice to disco music and in time with colorful lights. Then enjoy a cup of hot chocolate at Café Auszeit.

The mountain costume association *d'Hochgratler* Oberstaufen invites you to the Christmas Tree Praise Evening at the Kurhaus Oberstaufen under the motto "Silent Night was yesterday..". You can look forward to a variety of music and dance performances with the *Steibing Plattlers*, the *Plattler and Children's Group d'Hochgratler*, and the *yodel duet Christl & Reinhold*. Announcements by Bernhard Lingg. The evening will conclude with dance music by the *Trio Krainerlogie*. Food and drink will be provided.

The carousel turns slowly, the sweet scent of mulled wine and punch fills the air, and Marienplatz transforms into a meeting place for friends and family. The winter market from December 27 to 30 tempts visitors with regional delicacies such as Kässpätzle, Dinnete, bratwurst, and crêpes. Look forward to a varied supporting program with live music, shows, and walk-about acts. A children’s carousel awaits you in the time between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. In the new year, Marienplatz transforms from January 1 to 4 into an international street-food mile that treats hungry stomachs to delicacies from around the world. The daily stage program provides atmospheric musical entertainment. Oberstaufen PARK draws visitors with atmospheric lights to concerts, story time, and cozy pop-up cinema evenings at the Kurhaus. From December 27 to January 6, Oberstaufen’s WINTER MAGIC invites you to come together in the Allgäu with enjoyable moments, magical sounds, and spectacular shows. All across Oberstaufen, you can feel the winter magic! Program at: www.oberstaufen.de/winterzauber

Welcome to the panoramic tour for snowshoe beginners to the Kapf summit with a stop at “Cafe Paradies” Discover the Kapf with us on a winter snowshoe hike. We start our tour at Café Paradies near Oberstaufen. The tour first leads us through short stretches of forest and hidden clearings to the summit of the Kapf. After that, we explore the Staufen district around “Paradies” with gentle ups and downs. We can look forward to an exceptional panorama with views of three countries, from the Nagelfluhkette and the Bregenzerwald all the way to the Säntis in Switzerland. To finish, we stop at Café Paradies with the Lingg family and enjoy a small savory snack or sample the homemade cake. Recommendation: suitable for snowshoe beginners, moderate tour Pure walking time: approx. 2 hours

To open the Winter Magic in Oberstaufen, ice sculptor Klaus Grunenberg creates a frosty creation live on site. Using a chainsaw, hammer, and chisel, he shapes a work of art from a cubic meter of ice in no time at all, one that looks like a delicate glass sculpture. It’s worth taking a peek over his shoulder while it’s being made!

Rauhnacht Stories with Annika Hofmann Listen to heartwarming stories over a cup of hot punch in the cozy local history museum. Immerse yourself in the magical time between the years and dive deep into the world of legends, fairy tales, and stories. About a sleeping king who dreams our dreams and the secrets of the winter forest. Duration: approx. 1 hour.

Singing, dancing, romping around and making music - everything that’s fun is on the program of the children’s choir Notenhüpfer. The children (aged 4 and up) come from all over the market town of Oberstaufen. At Winterzauber, they present their favorite songs as part of a small concert. Verena S. Abler is the founder and director of the colorful troupe and is supported by Christine Fink, Agi Höß and Alexander Probst.

Let yourselves be enchanted – soap bubbles in incredible quantities and in every possible shape, tiny, large, gigantic, in all kinds of lengths and forms. The bubble artist takes you into a fairy-tale world: shimmering neon soap bubbles decorate the square and create a truly "wonderful" atmosphere. The show takes place twice, at 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Winter Magic

German comedy about acceptance and tolerance Since Ben (Florian David Fitz) has been living separated, far away from his ex-wife Mira (Marie Burchard) and their children Oskar (Laurì) and Erna (Ava Petsch), he has become only a shadow of his former self. He sits all alone in his semi-detached house that is far too big for him and eats his cereal with beer. When the heavily pregnant Mira (Marie Burchard) has to go to the hospital early, Ben’s job as a father is needed again and the house, which had almost been empty of people in the meantime, is once again inhabited by his children. He is determined to make use of this chance and show everyone that he too can be the perfect father. Ben is optimistic and believes that everything can still turn out well. His plan seems to be working — but his child Oskar, whom Ben sees as a boy, still has a surprise in store for him: it no longer wants to be a boy, from now on wears a dress that it does not want to take off, and now calls itself Lili. For Ben and his small family, Lili’s decision is the beginning of an adventurous journey and the chance for a fresh start. FSK: 6 years Runtime: 98 minutes

# 1. Oberstaufen Laugh Night Roger Stein, Jonas Greiner, Christl Sittenauer, Serhat Dogan and Niko Formanek On January 6, 2027, there will be hearty laughter in Oberstaufen! A fabulous mix of cabaret and comedy awaits you: The evening will be hosted by the wonderful Roger Stein, who delights his audience with his captivating musical grand-piano entertainment, somewhere between comedy songs, songwriting and post-romanticism. With powerful versatility, self-irony and charm, he barrels through his program in a multi-instrumental, rhyme-filled way and delivers a pointed but not middle-fingered! 2D fiery guide to disciplined rebel-ism. With razor-sharp rhyme technique, he explores the depths of satire and poetry, knocks the ground out from under simple metaphors and lets language loose on itself. Skillfully, he combines hip-hop elements with German song tradition and thus creates his very own musical style. But his select guests also have plenty to contribute to top-class entertainment: Jonas Greiner 2D current, intelligent and uproariously funny. He impresses with his unmistakable way of combining sharp, ironic social criticism and amusing everyday stories with high-caliber and refreshing humor. Have you recently had stress, trouble, arguments or a gout attack? No problem: Jonas Greiner may not be able to take all that away from you, but he will certainly put you in a better mood and make you forget the difficulties of everyday life. How does he do it? By taking just about everything that happens around him with humor in his stories. And he takes you on a journey

Immerse yourself in the nature around Oberstaufen and experience an unforgettable adventure for the whole family! Together with mountain hiking guide Lena, you will look for animal tracks and discover fascinating small creatures that can be seen in winter and spring. During the three-hour tour, there is plenty of time for puzzles, games, and new friendships. If there is enough snow, don’t forget your sleds. Adults without children are also very welcome. Duration: approx. 3 - 3.5 hours

Fire & Ice! When darkness falls, a very special adventure begins: Equipped with headlamps, the hike takes us from the beautifully lit town center through the evening winter landscape on Staufen, the local mountain. In the glow of torches, we finally enjoy a warm drink and the view of sparkling Oberstaufen - a moment to marvel and savor.

Shakespeare Company, Berlin With Vera Kreyer, Caroline Siebert, Johanna-Julia Spitzer, Philipp-Manuel Bodner, Thilo Herrmann, Benjamin Plath Directed by: Jens Schmidl The King of Navarre, Ferdinand, and his two courtiers Byron and Dumain have sworn to remain chaste in order to devote themselves to their studies and duties. But the French princess Isabelle and her ladies-in-waiting Rosalie and Katherine enchant them at first sight and wrap them ever more tightly around their fingers. At first, the enamored men conceal their breaking of the oath from one another, but when everything comes to light, they decide to woo the ladies. At a feast, they appear disguised as Russians. The women, also masked, have swapped the men’s gifts, so the gentlemen embarrass themselves by confessing their love to the wrong woman each time. Of course, the comic ending would be easy to guess, but everything turns out differently ... Shakespeare mocks the fashion for florid wordplay and literary allusions, yet is himself trapped in it. Nature, as the triumphant adversary, is sung about as enchantingly by Byron as he mocks the unnaturalness of the academy plan and of the bombastic, affected language. The ambiguities and quick-witted dialogue are spiced up by the competition for the better punchlines among the hearty ruffians. You can expect rapid role changes, live music, and unbridled joy of performance. Christian Leonard’s modern translation makes Shakespeare’s centuries-old wit feel thoroughly contemporary and shows how fallible and vulnerable we all are when we fall in love. Admission: fr

Discover the quiet nature of the cold season and the fascinating world of wild herbs on a guided walk (approx. 2 hours) with wild herb expert Sofie. Together we explore winter shrubs, trees, and herbs, learn about edible and medicinal plants, and discover interesting facts about their use in cooking and natural medicine. Duration: approx. 2 hours Registration is required! Either online or at the counter in the Tourist Information at the House of Guests.

EURO-Studio Landgraf Titisee-Neustadt With Tjadke Biallowons, Christian Meyer, Wolfgang Seidenberg, Kathrin Hanak, Karin Boyd, Maja Müller, Andrea Julia Roháč,, Iris Boss, Christian A. Hoelzke Author: Ferdinand von Schirach Directed by: Martin Schulze The TV presenter Katharina Schlüter, famous for her high ratings, accuses businessman Christian Thiede of having raped her. The two, who now face each other in court as opposing parties, had met on her talk show. A month after that encounter, he had taken the initiative and arranged to meet her. They fell in love with each other. They ended their secret affair, which lasted exactly four years, because of their respective families. Nevertheless, both spouses filed for divorce. She says that Christian Thiede was the love of her life. She says that they decided to separate together. She says that on August 14, during their chance reunion, they went to his apartment. She says that they kissed. She says that they then went into the bedroom. She says that after the initially consensual sex, despite her repeated просьба to stop, she was raped. Three days later, she reported Mr. Thiede to the police. He says that Katharina was also the love of his life. He says that the separation was not a joint decision, but that he ended the relationship. He says that at the chance meeting on August 14, they kissed in his apartment. He says that they did not go into the bedroom, but stayed on the sofa. He says that at no point did she clearly and explicitly say NO to any action.

Fire & Ice! When it gets dark, a very special adventure begins: equipped with headlamps, the hike leads us from the beautifully lit town center through the evening winter landscape on the local mountain, Staufen. By the light of torches, we finally enjoy a warm drink and the view of sparkling Oberstaufen - a moment to marvel and savor.