Ederheim

Welcome to Ederheim, a picturesque destination in the Donau-Ries region of Germany. This charming little town is located on the southern edge of the Altmühltal Nature Park and offers numerous tourist attractions, cultural highlights as well as culinary specialities.

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Long Distance Hiking · Franconian Wine Country

Romantic Road

Premium content Difficulty moderate closed

Distance 485.2 km

Duration 130:00 h

Ascent 5,414 m

Descent 4,770 m

Along one of the most famous German holiday routes, the long-distance hiking trail Romantic Road leads us along 450 km from Würzburg to Füssen or ...

from Patrick Küpper,

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Long Distance Hiking · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Swabian Jura North Rim Trail HW1

Premium content Difficulty moderate

Distance 362.7 km

Duration 133:00 h

Ascent 8,550 m

Descent 8,331 m

Between Donauwörth and Tuttlingen, between Reutlingen and Ulm, the Swabian Jura unfolds as one of the most impressive landscapes in Germany.

from Sandra Fischer,

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Hiking Trail · Donau-Ries

Geopark Ries: Schäferweg

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 19.5 km

Duration 5:10 h

Ascent 205 m

Descent 205 m

Over a total length of 19 km, you can experience the geology and history in the area of the shepherds of the Ries on the Schäferweg. ...

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from Geopark Ries UNESCO Global, Geopark Ries e.V.

Hiking Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Geopark Ries: Schwedenweg

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 19.9 km

Duration 5:10 h

Ascent 195 m

Descent 284 m

The signposted hiking trail commemorates the march of the Swedish-Protestant army from Breitwang towards Albuch on September 5, 1634.

from Geopark Ries UNESCO Global, Geopark Ries e.V.

Hiking Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Schäferweg

Premium content Difficulty moderate

Distance 18.6 km

Duration 5:00 h

Ascent 188 m

Descent 189 m

The hike leads through a unique landscape and offers a lot for body and mind.

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Thematic Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Schäferweg in the Geopark Ries

recommended route Difficulty easy

Distance 18.9 km

Duration 4:49 h

Ascent 184 m

Descent 184 m

A 19 km long hiking route that can be easily completed in one day. Moderate climbs and the well-developed network of paths make it a beautiful ...

4.3

from Thilo Kreier, Community

Hiking Trail · Donau-Ries

Geopark Ries: Educational Trail Lindle

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 3.6 km

Duration 0:55 h

Ascent 54 m

Descent 40 m

A designated geological educational trail leads through the Experience Geotope Lindle where a total of 13 event panels describe the special ...

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from Geopark Ries UNESCO Global, Geopark Ries e.V.

Long Distance Hiking · Swabian Alb

Albsteig (HW1) – Stage 3 – Mönchsdeggingen to Bopfingen

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 26.6 km

Duration 7:10 h

Ascent 477 m

Descent 448 m

The path leads nearly 27 kilometers, alternating between forest paths and narrow trails, to Bopfingen.

from Heiko Zeeb, Schwäbische Alb

Pilgrim Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben

VIA ROMEA GERMANICA / Nördlingen - Harburg (GER43)

recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult

Distance 27.3 km

Duration 7:30 h

Ascent 339 m

Descent 385 m

Official route description - Stage 43The approximately 2,200-kilometer-long pilgrimage route "VIA ROMEA GERMANICA" from Stade to Rome on its route ...

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Via Romea Germanica

Bicycle Rides · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Enjoy the Ries

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 31.1 km

Duration 2:15 h

Ascent 201 m

Descent 201 m

Discovery is a top priority in the Donau Ries holiday region. Following the tracks of the Ries crater, all nature and culture enthusiasts will get ...

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from Julian Hecht, Community

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Geographically, Ederheim is located between Augsburg and Nuremberg. The town is surrounded by green hills and is crossed by the river Wörnitz. One of the most famous sights is Ederheim Castle from the 18th century, which offers an impressive view over the countryside.

Culturally, Ederheim has a lot to offer: The Museum of Rural Culture displays historical tools and agricultural equipment from times gone by. The church of St. Mauritius with its artistic frescoes is also worth a visit.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are many activities such as hiking or cycling on the well-marked hiking and cycling trails around the town - spring and summer are particularly suitable seasons here. The nearby lake invites you to go swimming or fishing.

If it rains, you can spend some cosy time in one of the local cafés or visit the indoor swimming pool.

The culinary delights in Ederheim should not be underestimated either: Be sure to try local specialities such as spaetzle with lentils or Maultaschen - delicious Swabian cuisine!

Whether you are looking for a quiet weekend getaway or a longer trip - Ederheim is definitely worth a visit. The Travel Guide offers you many tips and recommendations for your stay in this charming town in the Donau-Ries region of Germany.

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August 28, 2025

Alois Schnorr
Community

August 27, 2025

Schöne, aussichtsreiche Runde. Beschilderung ab und an lückenhaft.

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Written August 28, 2025

Hiking Trail
Südries-Panoramaweg
May 08, 2024

Christine Schwarz
Community

April 28, 2024

Tolle Tour

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Written May 08, 2024

Hiking Trail
Südries-Panoramaweg
December 08, 2023

Andreas Maichel
Community

December 08, 2023

Bin die Strecke heute gelaufen und habe (weil ich keinen Hund dabei habe) den HW 1 „Normalweg“ genommen. Der adlige Großgrundbesitzer hatte den Durchgang abgesperrt. Ergebnis zusätzlich 4 km Strecke, davon 2 direkt an der Straße. Wenn der adlige Herr die Sperrung an der richtigen Stelle (Abzweig des Hundewegs) angebracht hätte wäre das alles nicht erwähnenswert. Sonst schöne Strecke im Schnee.

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Written December 08, 2023

Long Distance Hiking
Albsteig (HW1) – Stage 3 – Mönchsdeggingen to Bopfingen
December 08, 2023

Andreas Maichel
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Bin die Strecke heute gelaufen und habe (weil ich keinen Hund dabei habe) den HW 1 „Normalweg“ genommen. Der adlige Großgrundbesitzer hatte den Durchgang abgesperrt. Ergebnis zusätzlich 4 km Strecke, davon 2 direkt an der Straße. Wenn der adlige Herr die Sperrung an der richtigen Stelle (Abzweig des Hundewegs) angebracht hätte wäre das alles nicht erwähnenswert. Sonst schöne Strecke im Schnee.

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Written December 08, 2023

Long Distance Hiking
Fernwanderweg am 29. August 2022
September 17, 2023

Anna-Lena Thum
Community

September 10, 2023

wunderschöner Wanderweg, aber die Strecke darf nicht unterschätzt werden

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Photo: Anna-Lena Thum, Community

Photo: Anna-Lena Thum, Community

Photo: Anna-Lena Thum, Community

Written September 17, 2023

Hiking Trail
Schäferweg
May 29, 2022

Stefanie Schmitz
Community

May 29, 2022

Wunderschöner Weg! Wir haben mit dem Fahrrad 2 Stunden gebraucht. Leider hat es geregnet, so haben wir uns an den schönen Stellen nicht so lange aufgehalten. Das auf dem Weg empfohlene Restaurant fanden wir persönlich allerdings zu… privilegiert??🙈 Auf jeden Fall nicht für Normalverdiener. Wir haben dann später direkt in Nördlingen in einem netten Biergarten gegessen. Es war super lecker und zu normalen Preisen. Allen viel Spaß bei der Route! Wir können sie auf jeden Fall empfehlen!

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Written May 29, 2022

Hiking Trail
Schäferweg
October 15, 2021

Borderherz Outdoortrails & Tourenportal
Community

October 11, 2021

Super Tour durch den Meteoritenkrater vorbei an zahlreichen Highlights. Auf den ersten Blick sieht man der Region ihre Besonderheiten nicht an, aber auf dieser Wanderung entdeckt man immer wieder neue großartige Orte wie die alten Steinbrüche, die Höhlen, interessante Felsformationen und und und. Einfach toll.

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Written October 15, 2021

Hiking Trail
Geopark Ries: Schäferweg
May 24, 2021

Michael Schulz
Community

April 26, 2021

Sehr schön und abwechslungsreich

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Written May 24, 2021

Hiking Trail
Geopark Ries: Schäferweg
March 10, 2021

Rolf H.
Community

July 24, 2020

Schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour mit vielen Sehenswürdigkeiten

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Written March 10, 2021

Hiking Trail
Südries-Panoramaweg
September 07, 2020

Familie HZ
Community

September 06, 2020

Gemacht 06.09.2020: Die Tour ist sehr sehr einsam und ruhig, von daher sehr schön. Aber es geht echt viel querfeldein und durch das Dickicht/Gestrüpp ohne Weg. Ohne GPS geht es unseres Erachtens nicht, ist also etwas für Pfadfinder und nichts für Wanderer, die einen Weg erwarten. Die Höhlen muss man geduldig suchen, d.h. Zeit mitbringen und gutes Schuhwerk und gute Kleidung. Wir haben leider nur zwei gefunden, hatten allerdings nur den Track dabei und nicht die Koordinaten der Höhlen. Den Abschnitt zwischen Startpunkt/Gatter und kl. Talberghöhle muss man u.E. auf der Straße laufen, da man über den Zaun des Wildgeheges nicht hinüberkommt.

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Written September 07, 2020

Hiking Trail
Through the forests near Christgarten – cave search 2019
June 11, 2020

Sandra und Markus xxx
Community

December 31, 2019

Sind die Tour schon mehrmals gelaufen. Immer wieder schön.Durch die Steigungen nicht unbedingt kinderwagentauglich. Immer Sommer würden wir nur morgens oder abends laufen.

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Written June 11, 2020

Hiking Trail
Keilerweg in Schweindorf in the Härtsfeld region
May 18, 2020

Elba Baldzuhn
Community

May 17, 2020

Abwechselreicher, wunderschöner Wanderweg, mit viel Natur. Ich/wir hätte mir mehr Schafe unterwegs gewünscht

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Photo: Elba Baldzuhn, Community

Photo: Elba Baldzuhn, Community

Photo: Elba Baldzuhn, Community

Written May 18, 2020

Hiking Trail
Schäferweg

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