MTSZ
MTSZ térképportál
Turista Magazin
TuristaShop
Kéktúra
Gerecse50
A kéktúrázás napja
-
Marien fountain on Marienplatz in Friedberg near AugsburgPhoto: traveldia, Adobe Stock
Those who take the route from Augsburg via the Lech reach Friedberg in a few minutes – a charming town with a history of over 750 years.
A must-see on a walking tour through the old town is Friedberg’s town hall, a representative building in the style of the late Renaissance. The adjacent Marienplatz with its fountains, cafés, and small shops is the lively heart of the town – ideal for a first impression and a cup of coffee in the open air.
Just a few steps away rises Wittelsbacher Castle, originally serving as the hunting and administrative seat of the ruling family of the same name. Today it houses the Friedberg Museum, which among other things is dedicated to the city’s traditional watchmaking guild – an exciting insight into an almost forgotten craft that shaped Friedberg for centuries. Another highlight is the baroque-style parish church of St. Jakob.
Friedberg appears calm and manageable, but behind the historic facades lies a lively small town with a strong sense of culture and community. Regular events such as the Friedberger Zeit event held every three years bring the town’s history to life – with costumes, music, and crafts as in the 17th century.
Author’s recommendation
The museum in Wittelsbacher Castle vividly tells the story of Friedberg’s watchmaking – with delicate exhibits, workshops, and exciting information about the local craft tradition.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Roadbook
The city route starts at Friedberg station. From there, it goes to Marienplatz with the town hall. Then we stroll towards Wittelsbacher Castle and via Burgwallstraße finally return to the starting point.
Wittelsbacher Schloss
St. Jakob
Friedberg
Renaissance Rathaus
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Traveling with the BRB:
The hike starts and ends at Friedberg station.
More information on the timetable (line RB 13) and tickets at www.brb.de
Coordinates
Book recommendations for this region:
Equipment
Sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate clothing
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions