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Hohenstadt

Welcome to Hohenstadt, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the important information for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Hohenstadt


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Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb
Albtrauf route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 98.8 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 916 m
Descent 916 m

The Albtrauf is the namesake of the 100-kilometer-long, scenically and culturally very diverse cycling route in the district of Göppingen and its ...

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from Erlebnisregion Schwäbischer Albtrauf e.V.,   District of Göppingen
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Albrunde
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 23.8 km
Duration 5:55 h
Ascent 163 m
Descent 163 m

The circular hike between Drackenstein, Hohenstadt, and Merklingen leads across the impressive Alb plateau.

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from Erlebnisregion Schwäbischer Albtrauf e.V.,   District of Göppingen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 51.4 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 726 m
Descent 726 m

Route for sporty cyclists with some steeper sections.

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from Alb-Donau-Kreis Tourismus,   Alb-Donau-Kreis Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 947 m
Descent 1,104 m

The tenth stage demands climbing skills. From Geislingen, it goes steeply uphill to the Ödenturm. Then it heads towards Amstetten, before cycling ...

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from Milena Schmid,   Stuttgarter Zeitung
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 45.5 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 378 m
Descent 378 m

Pleasant route on the high plateaus of the Alb with easy and moderate inclines. 

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from Alb-Donau-Kreis Tourismus,   Alb-Donau-Kreis Tourismus
Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb
Over the Fils source to the Swabian Jura
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36.7 km
Duration 3:18 h
Ascent 440 m
Descent 441 m

From Mühlhausen im Täle, under the new railway bridge, over the Fils source up to the Swabian Jura plateau

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from Debora de Giglio,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 101.6 km
Duration 6:16 h
Ascent 1,457 m
Descent 1,458 m

Heiningen, Gruibingen, Westerheim, Römerstein, Seeburg, Bad-Urach, Neuffen, Owen, Dettingen, Weilhein, Deutsches Haus, Boll, Dürnau, Heiningen

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from Wolfgang Paulus,   Community
Road Bike · Alb-Donau-Kreis
Tour de Alb – Albkönig
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 169.2 km
Duration 9:45 h
Ascent 1,801 m
Descent 1,801 m

The Tour de Alb – Albkönig is a 170 km long, challenging loop with four steep climbs, idyllic valleys, and the quiet military training area ...

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from Moritz Heinzmann,   Alb-Donau-Kreis Tourismus
Thematic Trail · Swabian Alb
Westerheim: Historical Roman Road (Route)
Difficulty easy
Distance 9.7 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 153 m
Descent 122 m

  Tip: The Roman road is clearly visible in the area of the plot "Waldstetten" as a raised embankment. According to a report by the monastery ...

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Schwäbische Alb
Gravel Bike · Swabian Alb
Swabian Alb bike tour from Westerheim
Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.7 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 640 m
Descent 640 m

From Westernheim to the source of the Fils via the "long valley" back to the starting point

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from Thomas Jaeckle,   Community
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Geographically, Hohenstadt is located in the Franconia region and is surrounded by picturesque forests. The idyllic location makes it a popular destination for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. But the town also has a lot to offer culturally.

Topically relevant sights include Hohenstadt Castle, which dates back to the 17th century and is now used as a museum, as well as the town church of St. George with its impressive architecture.

Cultural highlights include, above all, the annual Old Town Festival in summer and the Christmas market at Advent, where you can indulge in mulled wine and gingerbread.

But Hohenstadt also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Be sure to try the famous Franconian bratwurst or enjoy a glass of the regional beer in a cosy inn.

For those who like to be active, there are plenty of opportunities here: In spring, you can go for a walk in flowering meadows or go on bike tours along the river Altmühl. In summer, the nearby open-air swimming pool tempts you to cool off on hot days, while in autumn you can hike through colourful deciduous forests. Skiing or ice skating are also possible in winter - there are several ice rinks around the city for this purpose.

If it rains, a visit to the museum or a tour through the historic alleys of the old town is a good idea. Or you can simply relax in a cosy café and enjoy the local pastries.

Where is it nicest in Hohenstadt? It's hard to say, because every place has its own charm. But walks along the Altmühl River and hikes through the nearby Frankenhöhe Nature Park are particularly recommended.

Overall, Hohenstadt is definitely worth a trip - whether for a day trip or a longer stay. The Travel Guide gives you all the important information and travel tips for an unforgettable time in this charming town!

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