Oberstdorf Photo Summit 2026 with workshops, exhibitions & photo festival
Venue: Oberstdorf, Allgäu Alps
Experience photography in a unique combination of nature, inspiration, and creative development!
The Location
The Oberstdorf Photo Summit is one of the most renowned photo festivals in the German-speaking world, combining photography with impressive nature experiences in the Allgäu Alps. Every year, Oberstdorf becomes a meeting point for photographers from all over the world.
The focus is on an open festival concept: exhibitions, workshops, and lectures take place not only in traditional rooms but also in the heart of nature – from town centers to spectacular locations in the mountains.
From June 17 to 21, 2026, a diverse program awaits you under the theme "Adventure." You can expect inspiring exhibitions, practical workshops, and numerous opportunities to further develop your photography.
A special highlight: photography takes place directly in the alpine landscape – from green meadows to peaks at over 2,000 meters above sea level. In this way, you combine technique, creativity, and nature into a unique experience.
It will be inspiring – photography, nature, and community merge into an intensive experience. Anyone who loves photography is in the right place here.
Safety first: For all participants, respectful and safe conduct is the top priority. The instructions of the organizers must be followed at all times.
Participation Notes
Arrival: individual travel
Venue: Oberstdorf in the Allgäu
Admission: partially free, individual program points are subject to a fee
Weather-related cancellation: The event will generally take place. Outdoor program points may be adapted depending on the weather conditions.
Further Information
What to expect:
- Large-format exhibitions in the town and in nature
- Workshops, seminars, and photography courses for all experience levels
- Photography in an impressive alpine landscape
- Lectures, multi-vision shows, and expert talks
- Photo market and testing opportunities for current camera technology
- Exchange with international photographers and the community
- Inspiration through an annually changing festival theme ("Adventure" 2026)
Our Trainer on Site
Look forward to our Voigtländer expert Christian Laxander, specializing in low-light, street, and modern system camera photography. As an experienced camera trainer and technical expert, he combines profound know-how with practical photography. His focus is on the conscious use of modern camera technology, precise work with high-quality lenses, and creative photography under difficult lighting conditions.
What is required:
- Your own camera (recommended for workshops and outdoor sessions)
- Fully charged batteries
- Empty memory cards
- Clothing adapted to the weather (outdoor festival)
Requirements
Suitable for all camera models - No prior knowledge necessary.
Target Group
This workshop is aimed at everyone who is enthusiastic about photography, nature, and visual storytelling – whether a beginner or an experienced photographer. The focus is on inspiration, learning, and experiencing photography in an extraordinary environment.