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Balzhausen

Welcome to Balzhausen, a charming destination in the district of Günzburg. This Travel Guide will help you learn all about this picturesque village and how to get the most out of your visit.

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Attractions in Balzhausen


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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 35.1 km
Duration 2:58 h
Ascent 312 m
Descent 271 m

Over 900 years of history from Ursberg Monastery and Dominikus-Ringeisen-Werk, the grave of Dominikus Ringeisen (1835 to 1904), and a special Way ...

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Augsburg Castle Tour
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 195.7 km
Duration 12:00 h
Ascent 783 m
Descent 783 m

This cycle tour leads from Augsburg around the Augsburg Nature Park and through the tranquil rivers of the Danube, Schmutter and Wertach.

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from Antonie Schmid,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Cycling · Bayerisch-Schwaben
7-Swabians route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 59.7 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 214 m
Descent 287 m

The 7-Swabians route is a circular route signed and rideable only clockwise. 

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from Kathrin Rietzler,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 72.9 km
Duration 3:01 h
Ascent 992 m
Descent 988 m

The quite hilly route combines a "classic" ride into the "Stauden" up to Konradshofen with the Krumbächle Valley (Weiler-Waltenhausen).

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy Stage 2
Distance 64.9 km
Duration 4:19 h
Ascent 0 m
Descent 169 m

The Mindeltal Cycle Path runs from the Allgäu to the Danube. From the Mindel spring near Ronsberg to the Mindel mouth into the Danube, it is about ...

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from Tobias Klöck,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 114.8 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,497 m
Descent 1,497 m

Between Krumbach and Schwabegg, we travel by road bike on charming secondary routes.

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
Long Distance Cycling
Mindeltal cycle path
recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 87.2 km
Duration 5:50 h
Ascent 110 m
Descent 442 m

The Mindeltal cycle path runs from the Allgäu to the Danube. From the Mindel spring near Ronsberg to the Mindel mouth into the Danube, it is 87 km.

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from Tobias Klöck,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 47.8 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 591 m
Descent 591 m

Our cycling tour, approximately 48 kilometers long (mostly field and forest paths), is sprinkled with numerous highlights in Balzhausen, ...

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 56.9 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 231 m
Descent 352 m

From Bad Wörishofen over valleys and hills to Krumbach It is a wonderful hilly landscape shaped by the Danube tributaries Wertach, Schmutter, ...

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from Bischöfliches Ulrichskomitee,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.1 km
Duration 1:44 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 8 m

A short walk, mostly right along the river—a wonderful stroll

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from Kili .,   Community
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Geographically, Balzhausen is located between the cities of Augsburg and Ulm on the edge of the Augsburg-Westliche Wälder Nature Park. The region is known for its breathtaking scenery with rolling hills, green meadows and dense forests. It is a perfect place for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

For those seeking cultural highlights, there are numerous sights in the Balzhausen area. In the immediate vicinity is Mindelburg Castle - an impressive 13th century fortress with a rich history. Another highlight is the Wettenhausen Monastery - a baroque masterpiece with beautiful fresco paintings.

When it comes to culinary delights, you should definitely try the local cuisine! For example, try Kässpätzle or Maultaschen - two traditional dishes from the Swabian region.

Outdoor activities are very popular here and offer many opportunities for relaxation and adventure: hiking through the Augsburg-Westliche Wälder Nature Park or cycling along the Danube Cycle Path are among the favourites of tourists during their stay in Balzhausen. In winter, skiing is also a great pastime.

If it rains, there are still plenty of things to do in Balzhausen. Visit the KulturLand Ries museum or the Günzburg town library for a cultural experience. Or take a trip to Legoland Deutschland Resort - an amusement park with lots of attractions and adventures for the whole family.

Where is the best? That depends on your interests! For nature lovers, hikes through the Augsburg-Westliche Wälder nature park are a must. If you like history, you should definitely visit Mindelburg Castle. And if you want to have fun, a visit to Legoland Deutschland Resort is certainly a good choice!

Overall, Balzhausen is definitely worth a trip - be it for its breathtaking scenery, rich history or culinary delights... Here you will find everything your heart desires!

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