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Herbrechtingen

Herbrechtingen, located in the district of Heidenheim, is a picturesque destination in southern Germany and definitely worth a visit. The town is located at the foot of the Swabian Alb and thus offers visitors the perfect combination of rural idyll and urban flair.

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Attractions in Herbrechtingen


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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 56 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 90 m
Descent 150 m

From the Brenztopf, one of the typical karst springs of the Swabian Alb, you cycle along the Brenz through a diverse landscape to the mouth of the ...

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from Monika Suckut und Siegward Schottky,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Hiking Trail · Swabian Jura
Through the Eselsburger Valley
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.4 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 72 m
Descent 72 m

Pleasure hike in a scenic section of a bend in the Brenz Valley with striking rocks and heath-like vegetation. Unfortunately very crowded on weekends.

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from Wolfgang Schulz,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Hiking · Swabian Alb
Albschäferweg - Stage 2: Stetten to Anhausen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.5 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 95 m
Descent 123 m

Two things are a must on this stage – a visit to the Charlottenhöhle cave and a break at the viewing platform on the Falkenstein estate with views ...

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from Sabine Weber,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Long Distance Cycling · Swabian Alb
Albtäler cycle tour
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 186.1 km
Duration 21:00 h
Ascent 1,450 m
Descent 1,450 m

"Der Albtäler" is a 4-star cycle route through the most beautiful valleys in the Swabian Alb Geopark.

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from Siegward Schottky,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Albschäfer trail: Eselsburger Tal walk
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.9 km
Duration 3:02 h
Ascent 186 m
Descent 186 m

How many virgins there are in Herbrechtingen is hard to answer. In the Eselsburger Tal, at least two virgins have stood for thousands of years – ...

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from Monika Suckut,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb
Lonetal bike route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 41.2 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 27 m
Descent 139 m

From the source to the mouth, we discover on our bike route through the Lonetal a magnificent variety of nature, prehistoric caves, and the UNESCO ...

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from Sandra Fischer,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36.7 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 287 m
Descent 287 m

The KliffTour leads through the Caribbean of prehistoric times. The forces of the primeval seas and other eras of Earth's history have left an ...

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from Siegward Schottky und Monika Suckut,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 66 m
Descent 67 m

Humans have inhabited the Lonetal for more than 100,000 years. A hike through history.

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from Günther Weinert - Wanderfex,   Günther Weinert
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Eselsburger Valley: Hiking Suggestion 1
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.1 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 146 m
Descent 146 m

A circular hike where you can explore the Eselsburg valley from above with beautiful views from Falkenstein and from below. The Umlaufberg Buigen ...

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from Monika Suckut,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 10.9 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 119 m
Descent 120 m

The Neanderthal was named after its first discovery site in the Neander Valley near Düsseldorf. But Neanderthals on the Eastern Jura?

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from Sabine Weber,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
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The most famous sight in Herbrechtingen is undoubtedly Hellenstein Castle, which towers high above the town. Today, the imposing building houses, among other things, the Museum of Archaeology and the Heidenheim Art Association.

There are many cultural highlights to discover in Herbrechtingen: for example, the annual Jazz Festival attracts music lovers from all over the world. The historic old town with its charming half-timbered houses also invites you to stroll and linger.

If you want to indulge in culinary delights, you should definitely make a detour to the restaurant "Zum Ochsen" - here, regional specialities such as Maultaschen or Spätzle are served at the highest level.

For outdoor enthusiasts, hikes through the surrounding nature are particularly suitable - these are of course especially beautiful in spring or summer. A highlight is certainly the premium hiking trail "HöhlenErlebnisWelt" (Cave Experience World), which leads past numerous caves and has many a surprise in store.

Even when the weather is bad, you won't be bored in Herbrechtingen: You can swim and relax in the indoor swimming pool, while the cinema provides exciting entertainment.

Where is the most beautiful place in Herbrechtingen? That's hard to say - because every visitor will discover their own personal favourite places. One thing is certain, however: anyone who makes the journey to Herbrechtingen will not be disappointed!

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  • September 05, 2026
    Eberhard Kempf
    tolle Tour mit tollen Ausblicken und schönen Eindrücken im Lone- und Eselsburger Tal. Da die Route nicht unbedingt ausgeschilderten Wege folgt ist sie ohne Navi schwierig zu fahren.
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    Scenic
    Written September 05, 2026
    Bicycle Rides
    Eselsburger Valley
  • April 27, 2026
    Heidi Wengenmayer 
    Super schöne Tour, mit wunderschönen Ausblicken auf den Ortsteil Mergelstetten, einer Kneippanlage mitten im Wald, was den müden Beinen sehr willkommen war. Der ehemalige Kinderfestplatz bietet Kindern die Möglichkeit zu klettern und zu toben. Idealer Erholungsort.
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    Photo: Heidi Wengenmayer, Community
    Photo: Heidi Wengenmayer, Community
    Written April 27, 2026
  • April 24, 2026
    Helmut Walter 
    Gemütliche Tour mit vielen Bereichen, welche auch für Kinder interessant sind. Leider ist der Zugang zur Bocksteinhöhle gesperrt. Die entsprechende Umleitung ist nicht ausgewiesen.
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    Written April 24, 2026
  • April 06, 2026
    P.M- Beyer 
    April 05, 2026
    Schöne Tour für einen entspannten Ausflug. Die Feldwege können zwischendurch etwas monoton sein, aber insgesamt ist die Strecke angenehm zu gehen. Besonders sehenswert sind die diversen Höhlen auf dem Weg– es lohnt sich, sie in Ruhe zu erkunden.
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    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Photo: P.M- Beyer, Community
    Written April 06, 2026
  • June 12, 2025
    Klemens Schmid 
    June 11, 2025
    Ich bin ca die halbe Tour von Geislingen nach Westerstetten in einem Rutsch gefahren und das war schon ganz schön anstrengend. Es sind sehr schöne Stücke dabei, aber auch ziemlich langweilige (auf der Albhochfläche). Es lohnt sich, die Tour vorher genau anzuschauen und ggf abzukürzen, denn es sind schon Schlenker dabei, wo man sich hinterher fragt "musste das jetzt sein?".
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    Written June 12, 2025
    Long Distance Cycling
    Albtäler cycle tour
  • March 07, 2025
    Norbert NN
    March 06, 2025
    Die erste Hälfte ist eine schöne Wanderung, der 2. Teil geht überwiegend langweilig über Felder. Meistens ausreichend beschildert als Rundweg E. Schotter- und Asphaltwege, nur am Anfang ein Wiesenpfad, der durch Traktorspuren ramponiert ist. Unterwegs gibt es fast keinen Schatten, aber schöne Trockentäler. Meine Highlights waren das Kliff und das Hungerbrunnental.
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    Written March 07, 2025
  • July 13, 2024
    Nadine Dormayer 
    July 13, 2024
    Super Tour an einem bewölkten Tag.
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    Lone Ursprung
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    Viele Störche entlang der Strecke (Juli)
    Photo: Nadine Dormayer, Community
    Written July 13, 2024
    Bicycle Rides
    Lonetal bike route
  • May 12, 2024
    Joerg Engel
    Sehr schöne Tour, haben sie mit 11 Leuten gemacht, leider sind die Einkehrmöglichkeiten nicht sonderlich groß.
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    Written May 12, 2024
    Long Distance Cycling
    Albtäler cycle tour
  • May 04, 2024
    Lenny Bassmann 
    Schöne Tour durchs Ugantal nicht anspruchsvoll
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    Written May 04, 2024
  • April 30, 2024
    Udo Kist
    April 08, 2024
    Sehr schöne Wanderung
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    Written April 30, 2024
  • April 28, 2024
    Ursula J. 
    April 06, 2024
    Sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche Tour durch ganz unterschiedliche Landschaften. Verschiedene Einkehrmöglichkeiten am Weg. Perfekte Runde!
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    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Photo: Ursula J., Community
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    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Photo: Ursula J., Community
    Written April 28, 2024
  • February 12, 2024
    jungwandern.de Online Wandermagazin 
    Tolle und empfehlenswerte Tour! :-) Auf unserem Blog findet ihr einen ausführlichen Bericht: https://jungwandern.de/eselsburger-tal-wandern/
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    Photo: jungwandern.de Online Wandermagazin, Community
    Photo: jungwandern.de Online Wandermagazin, Community
    Photo: jungwandern.de Online Wandermagazin, Community
    Photo: jungwandern.de Online Wandermagazin, Community
    Photo: jungwandern.de Online Wandermagazin, Community
    Written February 12, 2024

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