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Heilsbronn

Welcome to Heilsbronn, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. As the former seat of the Cistercian monastery, the town is known for its historic buildings and impressive architecture.

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Attractions in Heilsbronn


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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 32.6 km
Duration 8:20 h
Ascent 374 m
Descent 347 m

The route initially leads to Roßtal on the Palatinate Jakobsweg Prague - Tillyschanz - Hohenburg - Rothenburg/T., which it then follows to Weihenzell.

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Mountain Bike · Frankenhöhe
MTB route: Bibert-Haselbach loop
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 45.3 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 553 m
Descent 553 m

Very nice, but physically demanding circular route on mostly easy paths along Haselbach and Bibert.

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from Daniel Hamm,   Community
Hiking Trail · Frankenhöhe
Circular route near Fernabrünst
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 110 m
Descent 134 m

Very varied and interesting short hike near Großhabersdorf.

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from Christoph Heine,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 2
Distance 14.9 km
Duration 3:48 h
Ascent 150 m
Descent 122 m

The Way of St. James from Nuremberg via Heilsbronn to Rothenburg connects the two Way of St. James hubs Nuremberg and Rothenburg and is an ...

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from Fränkische St. Jakobus-Gesellschaft MT,   Pilgerwege Deutschland
Hiking Trail · Frankenhöhe
Heilsbronn - Nestor route
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 14.1 km
Duration 3:27 h
Ascent 136 m
Descent 137 m

Circular route from Heilsbronn station to the Greek restaurant in Bürglein

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from Werner F.,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.2 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 119 m
Descent 61 m

Day hike of the Trimmclub Weitersdorf on May 11, 2019

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from Trimmclub Weitersdorf,   Community
Hiking Trail · Frankenhöhe
Neuendettelsau No. 32
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 6.6 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 47 m
Descent 47 m

marked circular route

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from Dieter Müller,   Community
Hiking Trail · Frankenhöhe
Heilsbronn - Weihenzell
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.1 km
Duration 3:53 h
Ascent 180 m
Descent 217 m

Start: Heilsbronn train station Destination: Weihenzell bus stop Marking: Jakobsweg shell

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from Dieter Müller,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 3
Distance 14.8 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 184 m
Descent 196 m

The Way of St. James from Nuremberg via Heilsbronn to Rothenburg connects the two Way of St. James hubs Nuremberg and Rothenburg and is an ...

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from Fränkische St. Jakobus-Gesellschaft MT,   Pilgerwege Deutschland
Hiking Trail · Frankenhöhe
TCW 02: from Roßtal to Heilsbronn
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.8 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 171 m
Descent 116 m

2nd day tour of the Trimmclub Weitersdorf on 20.10.2007 The tour mostly follows the Jakobsweg Lunch: Inn "Friedenseiche" in Bürglein Dinner: ...

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from Trimmclub Weitersdorf,   Community
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Geographically, Heilsbronn is located in the Franconian region of Bavaria, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and green meadows. The town itself offers a variety of sights such as the Heilsbronn Monastery, which today serves as a museum and provides insights into the life of the monks. The collegiate church with its magnificent altar and Hambach Castle are also worth a visit.

Cultural highlights include regular concerts and theatre performances in the cultural centre or the open-air theatre in summer. Equally worthwhile is a visit to the traditional Christmas market at Advent time.

Culinary Heilsbronn also has much to offer: Be sure to try the famous Franconian Bratwurst or enjoy regional specialities such as roast pork crust or gingerbread from the local bakery.

Outdoors, hiking enthusiasts can explore numerous cycling and hiking routes - the route along the idyllic Altmühl valley is particularly recommended. For water sports enthusiasts, there is also a canoe trip on the river.

But you don't have to miss out on activities in bad weather either: The indoor swimming pool invites you to go for a swim and the monastery museum offers a fascinating insight into the town's history.

Where is it most beautiful? Definitely: on the market square with its cosy atmosphere and historic buildings. Heilsbronn is definitely worth a visit - so go ahead and let yourself be enchanted by this charming place!

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  • April 03, 2026
    Bernhard G. 
    April 03, 2026
    Einfach zu laufender Rundweg mit teilweise schöner Fernsicht. Gute breite Wege 👍🏻
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    Written April 03, 2026
  • August 02, 2025
    Andi S 
    August 02, 2025
    Schöne kurze Wanderung durch Wald und Flur
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    Written August 02, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Neuendettelsau No. 32
  • May 05, 2019
    Robert Mühlbauer 
    May 05, 2019
    Wir sind die Tour ab Bürglein im Uhrzeigersinn gewandert, übrigens ohne den westl. Part, also beim Abzweig Großhabersdorf direkt zurück. Wir fanden die Tour recht schön, sind etwa 12,5 km. Der Weg geht übrigens durchgehend auf markierten Routen. Parken kann man in Bürglein am Friedhof.
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    Written May 05, 2019
  • August 05, 2017
    Thomas Hiltner
    Dies war unsere 1te Tour mit Outdoor Aktiv. Zum Kennenlernen der App haben wir uns ne Runde um die Heimat ausgesucht. Die Wanderung war wirklich sehr schön, wir sind sogar Wege gegangenen, die wir noch gar nicht kannten. Einige Rehe und Hasen haben wir unterwegs auch gesehen. Wir haben die Tour sogar in unter 4 Stunden geschafft (3 Std. 52 Min.). Die Navigation war auch ganz einfach. Allerdings hatten wir zum Handy noch ein GPS Gerät dabei. Nur mit dem Handy ist es wegen Empfangs Schwierigkeiten nicht möglich die Tour ordentlich zu beenden. Empfehlen möchte ich, zum Einkehren, noch Willis Wirtshaus in Wendsdorf. Da läuft man direkt dran vorbei. Echt urige Dorfkneipe mit sehr günstigen Preisen.
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    Biergarten "Die Kappel" in Münchzell
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    Die Siebenrichter Steine
    Photo: Thomas Hiltner, Community
    Written August 05, 2017

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