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Erkheim

Welcome to Erkheim, a charming town in Unterallgäu, Germany. This travel guide will help you discover the beauty and diversity of this destination.

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Attractions in Erkheim


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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 44 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 352 m
Descent 355 m

Heinrich Maucher lived as a hermit for 35 years (until his death in 2020) in a forest near Maria Baumgärtle in the Unterallgäu. The "wooden ...

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9.2 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 67 m
Descent 67 m

The theme of wood shapes the town of Erkheim. On the Glücksweg, the alternation between open meadow areas and shady forest sections is beneficial ...

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from Glückswege Allgäu,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 125.2 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,172 m
Descent 1,172 m

Benedictine Abbey Ottobeuren, Kneipp monument, fascinating mountain views, the pilgrimage church Maria Baumgärtle, plus a detour to the Bedernau ...

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 79.5 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 823 m
Descent 823 m

Hilly road cycling route connecting the places Ottobeuren (Basilica), Bad Wörishofen (Kneipp spa), and Mindelheim (historic old town).

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from Kathrin Rietzler,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 178.6 km
Duration 9:45 h
Ascent 2,004 m
Descent 2,004 m

It is the "long version" (almost 180 kilometers) of a very special cycling route that leads from Krumbach to the Hohe Schulter near Kempten (941 ...

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 152.3 km
Duration 8:42 h
Ascent 1,670 m
Descent 1,670 m

With Ottobeuren, Kronburg, and the pilgrimage churches Maria Steinbach and Maria Baumgärtle, our route offers outstanding cultural highlights.

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 112.4 km
Duration 27:40 h
Ascent 1,470 m
Descent 1,470 m

The Hohe Schulter, east of Kempten (941 meters), isn’t as well-known as, for example, the Auerberg (1,055 meters) or the Peißenberg (987 meters).

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from Peter Bauer,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Allgäu
Günztal Cycle Path
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 92.7 km
Duration 6:12 h
Ascent 43 m
Descent 410 m

The Günztal Cycle Path leads from its source in Günzach in the eastern Allgäu region for about 92 km to Günzburg, where the Günz flows into the ...

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from Kathrin Rietzler,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
Bicycle Rides · Allgäu
Northern Mindelheim
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 37.3 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 370 m
Descent 370 m

Beautiful cycling route with numerous highlights along the way. In Pfaffenhausen, a visit to the health center is especially worthwhile.

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from Kathrin Rietzler,   Kneippland Unterallgäu
Bicycle Rides · Allgäu
Allgäuer Flüssetour Stage 2
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 68.5 km
Duration 4:57 h
Ascent 449 m
Descent 470 m

The second stage is slightly longer than the first and has a few more climbs.

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from Werner Kaller,   Community
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Geographical location and special features: Erkheim is located about 20 km south of Memmingen and is surrounded by lush green meadows. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills and wooded areas. The Iller also flows near the village, a popular spot for anglers.

Tourist attractions: One of the most famous sights in Erkheim is the 17th century Riedegg Castle with its impressive baroque park. The parish church of St. Georg is also worth a visit - it dates back to the late Middle Ages and houses beautiful frescoes.

Cultural highlights and events: Erkheim hosts a number of cultural events every year, such as the traditional Maypole Festival or the Wine Festival in summer. In autumn, there is also a large farmers' market selling regional products.

Culinary specialities: The region around Erkheim is known for its delicious cheeses such as the Allgäu Emmentaler or mountain farmer's cheese as well as for its craft beer brewing with various breweries on site.

Outdoor activities: The surrounding area of Erkheim offers many opportunities for hiking or cycling on well-marked trails. In winter you can go skiing or cross-country skiing nearby.

Best seasons and places: The best time to visit Erkheim is in spring or summer, when nature is in full bloom. Hikes through the nearby "Hochsträß" forest area are particularly beautiful. If it rains, a visit to the local history museum is a good idea.

Erkheim is definitely worth a trip for all nature lovers and culture enthusiasts alike. This travel guide will help you get the most out of your stay!

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