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Basel to Oberstdorf

Updated: March 13, 2024 07:54 PM

Basel to Oberstdorf - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Switzerland is German, but other languages such as French, Italian, and Romansh are also spoken. In Oberstdorf, the official language is German.

Currency

The official currency of Switzerland is the Swiss franc (CHF). In Oberstdorf, the official currency is the euro (EUR).

Distance

The distance between Basel and Oberstdorf is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Oberstdorf from Basel.

  • By train: The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes and costs around CHF 50.
  • By bus: The journey takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes and costs around CHF 30.
  • By car: The journey takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes and costs around CHF 20.

Expenses

The cost of living in Oberstdorf is slightly higher than in Basel.

Item Cost in CHF
Accommodation 70-150
Food 50-100
Transportation 20-50
Activities 50-150

Best time to go

The best time to visit Oberstdorf is during the summer months (June-August) or the winter months (December-February).

What to Eat

Oberstdorf is known for its traditional Bavarian cuisine.

  • Käsespätzle (cheese noodles)
  • Sauerbraten (marinated roast beef)
  • Knödel (dumplings)
  • Schnitzel (breaded cutlet)

Where to Go

Oberstdorf is a beautiful town with plenty to see and do.

  • Visit the Nebelhornbahn cable car for stunning views of the Alps.
  • Take a walk through the Breitachklamm gorge.
  • Visit the Oberstdorf Museum to learn about the town's history.
  • Go for a swim in the Freibergsee lake.

FAQ

  1. What is the population of Oberstdorf?
  2. The population of Oberstdorf is approximately 10,000.

  3. What is the weather like in Oberstdorf?
  4. The weather in Oberstdorf is generally mild, with warm summers and cold winters.

  5. Is Oberstdorf a safe place to visit?
  6. Yes, Oberstdorf is a safe place to visit.

  7. What are the best things to do in Oberstdorf?
  8. The best things to do in Oberstdorf include visiting the Nebelhornbahn cable car, taking a walk through the Breitachklamm gorge, visiting the Oberstdorf Museum, and going for a swim in the Freibergsee lake.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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