Steingaden is situated near the foothills of the Alps, giving it a natural beauty. Another great drawing point of this town is the Steingaden Abbey and the Wies Church, an ivory-hued, red-shingled, pilgrimage church which is extremely popular and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The beautiful town is also set near a river and has a tranquil lake in its midst, the Deutensee, adding further appeal to travelers of all kinds.