Oberding

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Proud architecture steeped in history with impressive works of art make a trip to Oberding in Upper Bavaria a memorable experience, especially for people who like culture.

The town of Oberding in Upper Bavaria lies in the middle of the Erdinger Moos Moor about 35km to the north of Munich, the capital of the state of Bavaria.  Two rivers, the Sempt and Dorfen, flow through the Oberding area, and also the Middle Isar Canal which is used to generate electricity. Not far from Oberding is the Franz Josef Strauss International Airport and much of its grounds is within the territory of Oberding. South of the airport is the Oberdingermoos Nature Reserve which has birch woods, shrubland and remnants of the once extensive areas of moorland, making it a lovely place for memorable walks.

People on a mini-break in Oberding will find many churches steeped in history. One of the most striking is the Church of St Nikolaus in the Notzing area dating from the second half of the 15th century. The tower of this listed building has Romanesque components. The interior of the church is ornamented with elaborate frescoes and Baroque altars. A sacred jewel of the first order is the high altar which dates from the 17th century and is dedicated to the patron saint of the church, Nikolaus von Myra. A distinctive feature of the graveyard outside is the imposing tomb of the lords of Notzing Castle. Stone tablets list many names.

One of the most popular daytrip destinations for a trip to Oberding is Notzing Castle, a pretty building on the south-west of the hill where the Church of St Nikolaus stands. This 14th century, once-moated castle has charming stepped gables and a little tower and has a picturesque location in a lush green park. It's an easy walk to the Baroque Chapel of the Holy Trinity, built in 1680 on a hill to the north-west of the centre of Oberding-Notzing. The church is a listed building and is a reminder of a vow made by the people of Notzing after they survived a terrible storm.

A church which is often visited on a short trip to Oberding is the imposing Parish Church of St Martin in the Niederding area. Its striking onion dome is visible for miles around. Impressive features of the interior include three ornate Rococo altars from 1761 and 1762. Another jewel of sacred architecture is the Parish Church of St John the Baptist in the Aufkirchen area which has a delightful steepled dome. This important Baroque building built in 1731 is dedicated to John the Baptist and features a richly ornamented high altar which amazes visitors with its filigree Corinthian columns, gilded stucco and sculptures. The church organ with its enchanting Neorenaissance façade was built in 1888 by the well-known German organ builder Franz Borgias Maerz.

Hilton Munich Airport

Hilton Munich Airport

Terminalstrasse Mitte 20, Oberding
The price is S$228 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
S$228
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Oberding. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,940 reviews)
"This is the best option for a stop at Munich Airport. We have been using for years and have been very pleased."

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

Hilton Munich Airport
NH München Airport

NH München Airport

4 out of 5
Lohstrasse 21, Schwaig, Oberding, BY
The price is S$105 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$105
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oberding. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
"All good. Only small negative is they started clearing away breakfast before 10am (close time) and we were still eating."

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2025

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Maritim Hotel München

Maritim Hotel München

Goethestrasse 7, Munich, BY
The price is S$154 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
S$154
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,217 reviews)
"Comfortable stay. My granddaughter loved the pool."

Reviewed on 13 Jul, 2025

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WunderLocke Munich

WunderLocke Munich

Gmunder Strasse 27, Munich, BY
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"The room is well laid out and gives a feeling of space and privacy. The kitchenette is fully stocked and a definite plus. The hotel is close to a grocery store and the metro/bus station."

Reviewed on 13 Jul, 2025

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Adina Apartment Hotel Munich

Adina Apartment Hotel Munich

Atelierstrasse 22, 81671, Munich
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Reviewed on 9 Jul, 2025

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MASEVEN München Messe Dornach

MASEVEN München Messe Dornach

Bahnhofsstraße 6, Aschheim
Stay at this aparthotel in Aschheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a nightclub, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Marienplatz and Allianz Arena are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2025

MASEVEN München Messe Dornach
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Reviews of Oberding

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
6
5 - Excellent 27%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 27%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 5%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good base for travelling into Munich - roughly 45 minute journey via S bahn. Lots of shops including supermarket available in the airport

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It’s an airport hotel area. Not much around but strangely very rural.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Just used as transit hotel. I doubt if many people use it as a base for tourism. It is an airport hotel, extremely well located but only for this purpose.