Holiday apartment in Obstalden

Obstalden oberhalb des Walensees Obstalden, Glarus, Walensee Photo: EinDao via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Obstalden is located on an elevated terrace of the Kerenzerberg above Lake Walen. The village is part of the regional Kerenzerberg area, which in the region described is associated with Filzbach and Mühlehorn. Obstalden can therefore be considered a possible holiday base if an elevated position above the lake suits your travel plans.

Obstalden above Lake Walen
Obstalden, Glarus, Lake Walen – EinDao, CC BY-SA 4.0, Source

Quick facts about Obstalden

  • Location: elevated terrace of the Kerenzerberg above Lake Walen
  • Regional context: Kerenzerberg in connection with Obstalden, Filzbach and Mühlehorn
  • Historical local reference: church with medieval frescoes

Mountain setting with a Lake Walen connection

The combination of an elevated mountain setting and a Lake Walen connection is the defining character of Obstalden. Whether this location suits your own travel idea depends on your specific plans. When looking for a holiday apartment, you should therefore check whether the elevated location within the village matches your expectations and which routes you plan to use during your stay.

From the location alone, no specific views, short distances, transport connections or leisure activities can be inferred. For choosing accommodation, the exact location of the individual property remains decisive.

Historical local reference

The church in Obstalden offers a concrete historical point of reference in the village. It is described as having medieval frescoes from the 14th and 15th centuries. Current opening times, guided tours or regular visiting opportunities are not documented here and should be checked separately if of specific interest.

Church in Obstalden
Church, Obstalden GL, Switzerland – Paebi, CC BY-SA 3.0, Source
Medieval frescoes inside the church in Obstalden
Medieval frescoes inside the church in Obstalden – EinDao, CC BY-SA 4.0, Source

Which holiday apartment suits your travel idea?

Obstalden is a base worth considering for travelers seeking a rural mountain location above Lake Walen. When making your choice, check the specific location within the village and compare it with the routes you plan to take. For individual accommodations, no specific amenities, distances or transport connections are documented here.

If you would like to see more holiday apartments in the region, you can find them on the Glarus page.