Megesheim

Welcome to charming Megesheim, a small community in the Donau-Ries region of Germany. This destination is a real insider tip and definitely worth a visit. Here you will find everything your heart desires: from historical sights to culinary highlights.

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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.

Pilgrim Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Bavarian-Swabian JW: Oettingen - Wemding

recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 1

Distance 19.6 km

Duration 4:50 h

Ascent 182 m

Descent 149 m

The "Bavarian-Swabian Way of St. James" branches off in Oettingen from the Nuremberg - Ulm Way of St. James and leads towards Lake Constance.

from Pilgerwege Europa, Pilgerwege Deutschland

Pilgrim Trail · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Jacob Pilgrim's Way Oettingen - Wemding

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 19.5 km

Duration 5:00 h

Ascent 196 m

Descent 151 m

Bavarian Swabian Jacob - Pilgrim's Way from Oettingen to Wemding

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from Josef Heirich, Community

Bicycle Rides · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Outdoor-Hochgenuss / Both routes of the from crater to crater bike tour in the Ferienland Donau-Ries and on the Ostalb

recommended route Difficulty easy

Distance 199.2 km

Duration 14:11 h

Ascent 1,329 m

Descent 1,334 m

We have combined the eastern 1-day route with the western 2-day route here. Nördlingen is a good starting point for both.

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from Outdoor Hochgenuss, Community

Bicycle Rides · Frankenhöhe

Wassertrüdingen Oettingen Munningen Wemding

recommended route Difficulty easy

Distance 60.7 km

Duration 4:05 h

Ascent 93 m

Descent 85 m

Round tour through the Ries

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from Ralph Mücke, Community

Bicycle Rides · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Von Krater zu Krater

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Distance 59.2 km

Duration 3:59 h

Ascent 89 m

Descent 89 m

Der Radweg "Von Krater zu Krater" verbindet die beiden Asteroidenkrater Nördlinger Ries und Steinheimer Becken. Die Route besteht aus zwei ...

Ferienland Donau-Ries e.V.

Pilgrim Trail

Bayr-Schwäb-JW: Hauptroute

Difficulty Multi-day route

Distance 327.6 km

Duration 84:23 h

Ascent 3,542 m

Descent 3,552 m

Der «Bayerisch- Schwäbische Jakobsweg» zweigt in Oettingen vom Jakobsweg Nürnberg - Ulm ab und führt Richtung Bodensee. Die Etappen von ...

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from Pilgerwege Europa, Pilgerwege Deutschland

Mountain Bike · Bayerisch-Schwaben

Rieskraterrunde 2017

Difficulty

Distance 116.5 km

Duration 11:49 h

Ascent 1,422 m

Descent 1,422 m

Die Riesrandrunde ist komplett. (die überarbeitete Version liegt vor, die Ecke durch das Wildschweingehege ist nun schöner, steiler und sicherer.) ...

from Radsportstudio Meitingen, Community

Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb

Große Ries-Runde

Difficulty

Distance 101.8 km

Duration 7:07 h

Ascent 513 m

Descent 513 m

Nachdem es sich bei der Tour um eine Rundtour handelt, ist der Einstieg grundsätzlich überall möglich. Wir beschreiben die Runde nachfolgend mit ...

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Ferienland Donau-Ries e.V.

Thematic Trail · Munich-Ingolstadt region

13.06.2015 Rollertour nach Nördlingen

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Distance 182.6 km

Duration 45:17 h

Ascent 741 m

Descent 696 m

Die Rollertour war bis Nördlingen SUPER, aber dann bekam ich einen Schüttelfrost und musste in Monheim abbrechen. Mt dem Sanker kam ich dann ins ...

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Geographically, Megesheim is located on the edge of the Altmühltal Nature Park and thus offers a breathtaking landscape with numerous hiking and cycling opportunities. In summer, you can take advantage of the warm temperatures to explore the river Wörnitz or take a day trip to the nearby Brombachsee.

But Megesheim also has a lot to offer culturally. Be sure to visit the 13th century castle complex, which is considered one of the most important architectural monuments in Bavaria. Another highlight is the local history museum, which gives you an insight into the history of the village.

For all gourmets, it is definitely worth trying out local specialities such as snowballs or carp fillets in one of the cosy restaurants.

Even if the weather is bad, you don't have to miss out on activities - just visit the indoor swimming pool "Wörnitzwellen" or take a guided tour through the historic old town of Nördlingen.

Generally, we recommend you arrive for your stay between May and September, as these are the best months to fully enjoy outdoor activities. It is especially beautiful in spring, when the meadows and fields are in full bloom.

Megesheim is a place of peace and relaxation - let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this destination and take home many unforgettable impressions. We hope that this Travel Guide has been helpful to you in your planning!

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