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Jengen

Welcome to Jengen, a charming destination in Germany's Ostallgäu region. This Travel Guide gives you an insight into the geographical location and special features of Jengen as well as tips for sightseeing, cultural highlights, culinary delights and outdoor activities.

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 32.7 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 73 m
Descent 73 m

Two-hour bike route in an idyllic landscape with a challenging climb up Weichter Berg. With an e-bike it gets easier!

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from Ingrid Bichler,   Kur- und Tourismusbetrieb Bad Wörishofen
Hiking Trail · Allgäu
City forest route in Buchloe
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.2 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 18 m
Descent 18 m

Beautiful forest route on the edge of Buchloe with lovely wide views of the Alpine range.

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from Wiebke Flaßhoff,   Tourismusverband Ostallgäu e.V.
Bicycle Rides · Allgäu
Beer garden cycle route
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 53 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 74 m
Descent 74 m

A sociable round with the most beautiful beer gardens around Bad Wörishofen.

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Kur- und Tourismusbetrieb Bad Wörishofen
Bicycle Rides · Allgäu
From Bad Wörishofen to Munich
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 89.8 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 99 m
Descent 216 m

On side roads from the Swabian spa town to the Upper Bavarian metropolis

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from Johannes Renfordt,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 39.5 km
Duration 3:06 h
Ascent 209 m
Descent 209 m

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Kur- und Tourismusbetrieb Bad Wörishofen
Bicycle Rides · Allgäu
Kirchweihtal route Schlosspark
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.3 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 300 m
Descent 300 m

This route is one of a total of thirteen regional cycling routes of the RadReiseRegion "Schlosspark im Allgäu".

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from Tourismusverband Ostallgäu e.V.,   Tourismusverband Ostallgäu e.V.
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 59.8 km
Duration 4:13 h
Ascent 260 m
Descent 258 m

This route is perfectly suited for young, active people. It is especially fun in a group, as you can mostly ride side by side on paved bike paths.

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from Veronika Heim,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 129 km
Duration 6:05 h
Ascent 409 m
Descent 552 m

Long road bike stage from the Allgäu to Munich

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from Anne Bumiller,   Outdooractive Editors
Map / Bingstetter and Frankenhofener Lake
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 21.4 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 44 m
Descent 44 m

The picturesque circular route along the Wertach begins in Bad Wörishofen and passes the idyllic Bingstetter and the larger Frankenhofener Lake.

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from Nicole Beisel,   Kur- und Tourismusbetrieb Bad Wörishofen
Long Distance Cycling · Allgäu
From the Iller to the Isar
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 148.7 km
Duration 7:30 h
Ascent 732 m
Descent 879 m

A pleasantly flat, relatively well-signposted cycle route with possible stops in Marktoberdorf, Kaufbeuren, Landsberg, and at the Ammersee.

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from Tobias Strohbach,   Community
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Jengen lies at the foot of the Allgäu Alps and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The community is located between the cities of Kaufbeuren and Marktoberdorf, making it an ideal starting point for day trips to the region.

The main attraction of Jengen is Neuschwanstein Castle, which is only a short drive away. It is one of the most famous castles in Germany and attracts millions of tourists every year. Hohenschwangau Castle is also worth a visit.

For those interested in culture, Jengen also offers some highlights such as the museum in the village hall or the pilgrimage church Maria Hilf with its baroque architecture.

Culinary Jengen also has a lot to offer: Be sure to try the famous Allgäu cheese or enjoy regional specialities such as spaetzle or liver dumplings at a traditional inn.

In summer, hikes through the mountains can be undertaken - tours to the Breitenberg or to the Grünten summit are recommended. In winter, on the other hand, the Oberjoch skiing area beckons with its numerous slopes.

Even if it rains, there is plenty to do in Jengen: Visit the Neugablonz adventure pool or go shopping in the town of Kaufbeuren.

The most beautiful spot in Jengen is undoubtedly the area around Neuschwanstein Castle. Here you can take wonderful walks and enjoy the breathtaking view of the castle.

Jengen is definitely worth a trip - whether in summer or winter. With this travel guide, you now have all the important information about this charming little town in the Ostallgäu and can plan your stay optimally.

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