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Horgau

Welcome to Horgau, district of Augsburg! This charming destination is located in the heart of Bavaria and is a true insider's tip for all those who long for peace and relaxation. With this travel guide, we would like to give you an overview of the special features of Horgau and provide you with tips for your local stay.

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Attractions in Horgau


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Long Distance Cycling · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Via Julia - On the trail of the Romans right across Bavaria
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 311.8 km
Duration 25:00 h
Ascent 1,192 m
Descent 1,244 m

Five-day bike route along the Via Julia from Günzburg to Salzburg

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from Feuer & Eis Touristik,   Feuer und Eis
Long Distance Cycling · Stuttgart and surroundings
Bikepacking Pannonia - from Fellbach to Pécs
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 1,011.4 km
Duration 72:59 h
Ascent 4,595 m
Descent 4,724 m

The route is intended to commemorate the German-Hungarian friendship and connects the two partner cities Fellbach and Pécs. The route leads ...

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from Michi Bareiss,   Community
Hiking Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben
peaceful walk through the Rauhen Forst
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 3.2 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 64 m
Descent 64 m

Beautiful, very peaceful short hike through the Rauhen Forst. The route is also very suitable for children since there are only slight elevation ...

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from Jürgen Klein,   Community
Hiking Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Idyllic circular route through the Rauher Forst
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.8 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 78 m
Descent 77 m

Beautiful, peaceful hike through the Rauher Forst. The route is also suitable for older children, as there are only moderate elevation changes.

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from Jürgen Klein,   Community
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
From Ernstmühl to Latsch
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 599.3 km
Duration 46:05 h
Ascent 3,369 m
Descent 3,029 m

On the occasion of Stadtradeln 2024, Calw residents Kornelia and Franz Huwer set off for the partner municipality of Latsch in South Tyrol: ...

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from Jonas Bott,   Nördlicher Schwarzwald
Bicycle Rides · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Weldenbahn cycle path from Neusäß to Welden & back
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 34.7 km
Duration 2:22 h
Ascent 192 m
Descent 192 m

Scenically located and very easy to ride cycle path. About 35 km round trip.

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from Sylvia Bentele,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Sunny Reischenau - variant
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 56.9 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 166 m
Descent 166 m

Beautiful bike tour starting from Neusäß in a loop through meadows and villages to Zusamarshausen. The return trip is first leisurely, later ...

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from Stefan B.,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 51.7 km
Duration 5:13 h
Ascent 543 m
Descent 552 m

Hunter and Hubertus trail, Zusmarshausen Nordic walking route to a beautiful, lonely, flowing single trail in the forest. Start/finish Glöttweng

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from Christian Ruder,   Community
recommended route Difficulty S0 difficult
Distance 84.6 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 1,015 m
Descent 850 m

Crossing the Western Forests from north to south, from Meitingen to Türkheim. With a regular MTB, a challenging, endurance-demanding tour, with ...

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from Sebastian B,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Inn-Salzach
Netto bike tour
Difficulty moderate
Distance 279.8 km
Duration 19:30 h
Ascent 1,179 m
Descent 1,100 m

Bike tour by Guido and Reinhard in June 2017 1st stage Mühldorf - Vilsbiburg 2nd stage Vilsbiburg - Wolnzach 3rd stage Wolnzach - ...

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from Reinhard Zäch,   Community
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Geographical location & special features: Horgau is located about 20 kilometres west of Augsburg and is surrounded by idyllic forests, fields and lakes. The region is characterised by a varied landscape that invites you to go hiking or cycling. A special highlight are the numerous meadow orchards around the village - here you can pick regional fruits directly from the tree!

Touristically relevant sights: If you want to experience culture, you should definitely visit Horgau Castle. The baroque building dates back to the 18th century and today houses, among other things, a restaurant and various event rooms. St. Michael's Church is also worth a visit: it was built as early as the 15th century and impresses with its late Gothic architecture.

Cultural Highlights & Events: Cultural events take place regularly in Horgau - the annual Whitsun Festival is particularly well-known, with a colourful programme of music acts, folk festival atmosphere and culinary delights.

Culinary specialities: The region around Horgau is known for its hearty specialities - first and foremost the famous Bavarian Weißwurst! You can also enjoy regional beers and other delicacies in the numerous inns and beer gardens in the area.

Outdoor Activities & Seasons: Especially in spring and summer, Horgau is a perfect outdoor destination. Hiking or cycling tours through nature are particularly recommended here. Fishing, swimming or boating on one of the nearby lakes are also popular leisure activities.

Rain programme: Even in bad weather, there is plenty to discover in Horgau: Visit the local history museum, for example, which provides an insight into the history of the village, or relax in the wellness area of a hotel in the area.

Where is it most beautiful? A special insider tip for nature lovers is the forest nature trail around Horgau. Here you can learn a lot about flora and fauna on an approximately 5-kilometre-long route and enjoy wonderful views.

Conclusion: Horgau is definitely worth a trip! With its varied landscape, cultural sights as well as culinary highlights, every stay will be an unforgettable experience. We hope that this travel guide will help you with your planning and wish you a wonderful stay in Horgau!

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