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Kirchheim am Ries

Welcome to Kirchheim am Ries, a charming destination in the Ostalbkreis district of Germany. This town is known for its picturesque geographical location and the many special features it has to offer.

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Attractions in Kirchheim am Ries


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recommended route Difficulty S0 moderate
Distance 17 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 201 m
Descent 201 m

We start in Pflaumloch, cross the Osterholz in the direction of Ipf, climb the Blasienberg in Kirchheim and work our way back to our starting point. 

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from Christoph Puchinger,   Outdooractive Editors
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 130.2 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 1,232 m
Descent 1,210 m

Result of a disaster 14.5 million years ago: A meteorite impact created the well-known "Steinheim Basin", the best-preserved impact crater with a ...

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from Siegward Schottky,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Long Distance Cycling · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Nördlingen - Crailsheim Schleifenroute stage 92.7 R
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 72.3 km
Duration 5:09 h
Ascent 332 m
Descent 361 m

This stage takes us from Nördlingen to Crailsheim. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting POIs for the stage – have fun ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Long Distance Cycling · Schwäbisch Hall region
Crailsheim - Nördlingen Schleifenroute stage 92.7 outbound
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 72.1 km
Duration 5:13 h
Ascent 361 m
Descent 336 m

This stage takes us from Crailsheim to Nördlingen. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting POIs for this stage – have fun ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Bicycle Rides · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Geopark Ries: cycle path "From Crater to Crater"
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 186.7 km
Duration 13:15 h
Ascent 1,364 m
Descent 1,364 m

The Geopark Ries cycle path "From Crater to Crater" connects the nature of the eastern Swabian Alb with that of the Nördlinger Ries as well as the ...

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from Geopark Ries UNESCO Global,   Geopark Ries e.V.
recommended route Difficulty S0 moderate
Distance 32.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 421 m
Descent 421 m

Great views on the first half near Kirchheim and at the foot of the Ipf, then thrilling gravel roads on the edge of the eastern Swabian Jura with ...

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from Christoph Puchinger,   Outdooractive Editors
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 45.7 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 477 m
Descent 479 m

Stage 2 of the Ostalb Cycling Tour—from Neresheim, a town in the Härtsfeld region, to idyllic Lauchheim, a small town full of charm and character.

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from Eileen Heth,   Tourismus Ostalb
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Always keep an eye on the Ipf
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.5 km
Duration 4:36 h
Ascent 274 m
Descent 274 m

Extensive route on open terrain.

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from Renate Mauser 🥾,   Community
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Along the Sechtaweg 2
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.4 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 195 m
Descent 172 m

Scenic circular route on the western edge of the Ries crater starting in Kirchheim/Ries. Dining option at the country inn Zum Kreuz in Zipplingen.

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from Josef Zech,   Community
Thematic Trail · Swabian Alb
Beaver Experience Trail Benzenzimmern
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 2.2 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 14 m
Descent 14 m

The beaver experience trail in Benzenzimmern leads along a circular route of about 2.4 km through a water landscape shaped by beavers, with ...

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from Christina Atalay,   Community
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Situated in the idyllic landscape of the Swabian Forest, Kirchheim am Ries offers a wealth of tourist attractions as well as cultural highlights and events. The historic old town is a must for every visitor - here you will find well-preserved half-timbered houses and narrow streets with cosy cafés and restaurants.

Visit also Kirchheim Castle, an impressive building from the 16th century with an interesting history. If you are interested in art, be sure to visit the art museum, where works by local artists as well as internationally renowned painters are on display.

Culinary Kirchheim am Ries also has a lot to offer - try local specialities such as Maultaschen or Spätzle in the town's traditional inns.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are many opportunities for active leisure: hiking on the surrounding hills and trails or cycling through the beautiful countryside are popular activities during the summer months. In winter, skiers and snowboarders can show off their skills on the nearby slopes.

Even if the weather is bad, you don't have to miss out on entertainment - visit the indoor swimming pool, for example, or take a trip to the nearby town of Aalen, where you will find more cultural attractions and shopping opportunities.

Overall, Kirchheim am Ries is definitely worth a visit - with its unique combination of historical charm, culinary delights and outdoor adventures, it is the ideal place for an unforgettable holiday. Don't miss the opportunity to discover this jewel in the heart of Germany!

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  • August 26, 2021
    Sibylla Högele 
    August 22, 2021
    Sind die Tour in 2 Tagen mit dem E-Bike gefahren. (Die Ostrunde am Tag davor.) War wunderschön, aber auch anstrengend. Wir haben jeweils kurz vor dem letzen Anstieg (Oberkochen und Neresheim) eine Rast eingelegt und die Akkus etwas nachgeladen, um auf der sicheren Seite zu sein. Ich empfehle das.
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    Written August 26, 2021
    Bicycle Rides
    From Crater to Crater
  • March 28, 2021
    Sven Hack
    Schöne Runde!
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    Written March 28, 2021
  • July 21, 2019
    Doris Rienth
    July 21, 2019
    klasse Tour! Landschaftlich sehr abwechslungsreich. Nicht anstrengend (pedelec). ABER: wo ist der "Parkplatz auf der Röttinger Höhe "?? kein Hinweis gefunden. haben irgendwo in Röttingen geparkt.
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    Written July 21, 2019
  • July 07, 2019
    Joachim Keinert 
    July 06, 2019
    Sehr schöne Tour. Im Westen eher Wald, dort auch manchmal zuviel (zu tiefer) Schotterbelag. Im Osten der Tour freies Gelände. Im letzen Viertel des Hinweges viel Strassenabschnitte. Der Radweg weicht unwesentlich an folgenden Stellen von der Tour hier ab: Dehlingen, Nähermemmingen, Goldburghausen.
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    Written July 07, 2019

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