Hohentengen

Welcome to Hohentengen, a charming destination in southwest Germany. Situated on the banks of the Rhine and surrounded by picturesque landscapes, the town offers a wealth of tourist attractions and cultural highlights.

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Hiking Trail · Upper Swabia

Bruder Klaus circular trail

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 14.4 km

Duration 3:40 h

Ascent 70 m

Descent 70 m

Four hours for the soul - Through cool forests to the Ostrach valley: wide views and quiet retreat

from Manuel Kern, Stadt Mengen

Bicycle Rides · Obere Donau

Fuhrmann route 5

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 40.1 km

Duration 2:46 h

Ascent 97 m

Descent 97 m

Nature and culture in the sign of the maple Seen from above, this route looks like a maple leaf and along the way, there are many cultural ...

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from Stadt Mengen, Stadt Mengen

Hiking Trail · Upper Swabia

Missionsberg round

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 7.5 km

Duration 1:54 h

Ascent 58 m

Descent 58 m

Only flying is higher The view from the Missionsberg tower is incomparable. The nature up there as well

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from Manuel Kern, Stadt Mengen

Hiking Trail · Upper Swabia

Large circular hike in Mengen

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 25.1 km

Duration 5:58 h

Ascent 242 m

Descent 242 m

Circular hike starting from Mengen via Rulfingen and the Zielfinger Vogelsee nature reserve, via Ennetach and back to Mengen.

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Road Bike · Obere Donau

Fuhrmann route 9

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 167.1 km

Duration 8:54 h

Ascent 1,095 m

Descent 1,095 m

A trip to the Alb! The route leads from Upper Swabia to the Swabian Alb, is varied, and offers, besides beautiful views, a wonderfully pristine ...

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from Stadt Mengen, Stadt Mengen

Bicycle Rides · Obere Donau

Fuhrmann route 4

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 30.8 km

Duration 2:09 h

Ascent 127 m

Descent 127 m

Baroque splendor amidst meadows and fields. Nature and Baroque simply belong to Upper Swabia; on this route, especially the churches along the ...

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from Stadt Mengen, Stadt Mengen

Bicycle Rides · Obere Donau

Fuhrmann Route 1

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 54.6 km

Duration 3:45 h

Ascent 168 m

Descent 168 m

Enjoy picturesque river valleys The landscape here is especially shaped by the tributaries of the Danube. Therefore, water is the accompanying ...

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from Stadt Mengen, Stadt Mengen

Bicycle Rides · Upper Swabia

Route 2 - The Monastery and the Nature of Bad Saulgau

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 22.4 km

Duration 1:35 h

Ascent 153 m

Descent 153 m

Baroque monastery and natural landscape around Bad Saulgau: This route combines culture, ponds, villages, and the Nature Theme Park into a varied ...

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from Tourismusbetriebsgesellschaft Bad Saulgau mbH, Oberschwaben Allgäu

Bicycle Rides · Upper Swabia

2-day bike route through Upper Swabia and Sigmaringen region

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 117.8 km

Duration 8:15 h

Ascent 656 m

Descent 656 m

Scenic circular route with swimming opportunities and the visit of the Häusler Bakery Village (shopping possibility), a Celtic enclosure, a candy ...

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Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb

Lake Circular Route Krauchenwies: Between Ablacher Lake and Danube-Upper Swabia

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 41.1 km

Duration 2:50 h

Ascent 180 m

Descent 180 m

A varied circular tour through the heart of the Upper Swabian Lake District. From Mengen, the route passes idyllic gravel lakes, through gentle ...

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from Anja Müller, Swabian Alb Association e.V.

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The first thing you should do is visit Hohenklingen Castle, a medieval jewel perched high above the city. From here you have a breathtaking view of the Rhine and the surrounding valley. St. George's Church is also worth a visit - it dates back to the 15th century and impresses with its Gothic architecture.

Culture enthusiasts will also get their money's worth at the numerous festivals and events: In summer, for example, the popular "Hohentenger Music Festival" takes place, where national and international artists perform.

For culinary delights, we definitely recommend trying a traditional Swabian dish - such as Maultaschen or Spätzle. Many restaurants serve these regional specialities freshly prepared.

But outdoor enthusiasts will also get their money's worth in Hohentengen: hiking or cycling along the Rhine are just some of the activities you can enjoy outdoors. The best season for this is definitely spring to autumn when it is mild enough for longer tours.

And what to do when it rains? Then a visit to the Haus Dix museum is worthwhile - here you can admire works by the famous artist Otto Dix.

Whether you want to experience cultural highlights or simply relax in nature - Hohentengen is definitely worth a trip. We hope that our Travel Guide will help you with your planning and wish you an unforgettable stay!