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Swabian Alb Club Kornwestheim: Christmas magic and outlook for 2026!
Experience Kempten im Allgäu: Christmas market, historic old town and city tours, organized by the Swabian Alb Association.
Swabian Alb Club Kornwestheim: Christmas magic and outlook for 2026!
An exciting year is coming to an end, and... Swabian Alb Association bei Kornwestheim enriched the last weeks of 2025 with a variety of activities. A highlight was the Christmas market day trip, during which 38 members visited the picturesque town of Kempten in the Allgäu. The city, known for its 2,000-year history and around 66,000 inhabitants, offered a wealth of sights and culinary delights.
The excursionists were able to fortify themselves in a traditional brewery restaurant before exploring the historic streets of Kempten. Particular attention was paid to the wonderful Basilica of St. Lawrence and the impressive Protestant St. Mang Church. The charming old town with its owner-managed shops and cozy restaurants also invited you to linger. The highlight of the day was the visit to the Christmas market on the town hall square, which is considered the most beautiful Christmas market in the Allgäu.
Cultural discoveries in Kempten
Another interesting experience was the auditory city tour, which was led by Ms. Graf. The guide's favorite place, the Ankergässele, has special stories to tell. Kempten's only preserved city gate is located there, which is lined with a well-preserved battlement. Anyone interested in local history should definitely take a look at the pink house. This is the birthplace of the famous Munich folk actor Michl Lang and represents Kempten's lively past. Another attraction is the old drinking fountain, which once served as a central meeting point and information point before modern water pipes were available in households.
A variety of activities are already planned for the coming year. The association invites you to several monthly meetings in the popular restaurant “Applause”. Exciting hikes are also planned, such as the planned tour to the Grünhütte above Bad Wildbad on January 21st; another highlight is the hike to Zazenhausen and Mühlhausen on February 11th. The organizers expect special anniversary honors at the annual general meeting on March 13th.
The Swabian Alb Association at a glance
The Swabian Alb Association e. v. is one of the oldest hiking clubs in Germany and was founded on August 13, 1888. The club now has around 100,000 members, making it the largest hiking club in Germany and Europe. Its far-reaching activities are aimed not only at preserving regional culture, but also at protecting nature and landscapes in the Swabian Alb and beyond.
The association is particularly proud of its extensive hiking trails, which cover over 20,000 kilometers, as well as its numerous observation towers and hostels in Baden-Württemberg. The club is also active in youth work: the Swabian Alb Club Youth, founded in 1926, offers many exciting leisure activities for children and young people.
With such a wide range of activities and a strong focus on community and nature, the members of the Swabian Alb Association are looking forward to a new year full of adventures and beautiful encounters.