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Scheidegg
Coat of arms of Scheidegg
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State Bavaria
Admin. region Schwaben
District Lindau
Elevation
800-1,000 m (−2,480.8 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 4,400
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
88175
Dialling codes 08381 (Scheidegg) 08387 (Scheffau)
Vehicle registration LI
Website www.markt-scheidegg.de
Ski Jump Felsenschanze Scheidegg 01
A ski-jumping ramp called Felsenschanze
Ski Jump Felsenschanze Scheidegg 02
A close-up view of the inrun at Felsenschanze

Scheidegg is a small town in Germany. It is located in the state of Bavaria. This town is part of the Lindau district. Scheidegg is known for its beautiful nature and fresh air. It is a special place for health and relaxation.

What is Scheidegg?

Scheidegg is officially recognized as a "Kneipp cure spa." This means it is a place where people go to get healthy. They use special natural treatments. These treatments are based on the ideas of Sebastian Kneipp. He was a priest who believed in the power of water, plants, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle.

A Place for Fresh Air

Scheidegg is also an "air health resort." This means the air in Scheidegg is very clean and good for you. It is often located high up in the mountains. This makes the air fresh and pure. People visit Scheidegg to breathe this clean air. It helps them feel better and relax.

Things to Do in Scheidegg

Scheidegg offers many activities. You can enjoy the beautiful outdoors. There are paths for hiking and biking. In winter, people can go skiing. The town also has special facilities for Kneipp treatments. These include water treading pools.

Sports and Nature

The town is home to the Felsenschanze ski jump. This is a place where athletes practice ski jumping. It shows that Scheidegg is a great spot for sports. The area around Scheidegg is full of green forests. There are also lovely views of the Alps mountains.

Location and People

Scheidegg is in the southern part of Germany. It is close to the border with Austria. The town is part of the Swabia region. About 4,242 people live in Scheidegg. The mayor, Ulrich Pfanner, helps lead the town.

How to Get There

The town is easy to reach by car. It has its own postal code, 88175. The area codes for phones are 08381 for Scheidegg and 08387 for Scheffau. Scheffau is a nearby area.

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