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Raitenbuch

Welcome to Raitenbuch, a charming destination in the district of Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen in Germany. As part of the Franconian Lake District, this region offers a unique combination of nature and culture.

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Attractions in Raitenbuch


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Hiking Trail · Altmühltal
From Titting to the Bechthal castle ruin
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.9 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 94 m
Descent 94 m

On this circular hike, we pass through Aichmühle and Bechthal to Oberkesselberg. Along the way, we pass a historic ore washing site, a swimming ...

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Long Distance Hiking · Franconian Lake District
Limes Trail Altmühltal
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 115.5 km
Duration 35:00 h
Ascent 1,617 m
Descent 1,678 m

On the Limes Trail Altmühltal, we hike along the former route of the old Roman defensive system. Along the way, there are many relics of the Roman ...

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from Patrick Küpper,   Outdooractive Premium
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 75.6 km
Duration 5:15 h
Ascent 854 m
Descent 892 m

Over numerous steep climbs and descents, we initially ride on the Anlautertal cycle path from Weißenburg to Kinding. From here we follow the flat ...

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from Matthias Stiel,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Hiking · Middle Rhine
Eastern Limes hiking trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 736 km
Duration 194:10 h
Ascent 9,553 m
Descent 9,262 m

The Limes hiking trail begins in Rheinbrohl (Rhine) and ends at the Danube near Eining. It passes through the federal states of Rhineland ...

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Touristikgemeinschaft Odenwald
Mountain Bike · Altmühltal
Through the Weißenburg forests
recommended route Difficulty S1 moderate
Distance 36.8 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 407 m
Descent 408 m

Scenic circular route starting and ending at Weißenburg. Mostly on trails/single trails and gravel paths.

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from Martin Heinrichmeyer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Lake District
The Limes circular route in the Raitenbuch Forest
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 10.5 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 43 m
Descent 43 m

In a rural and tranquil setting, we encounter traces of the Roman Empire. In the forest, the foundations of military fortresses bear witness to the ...

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ADAC Wanderführer
Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb
Limes bike route Aalen - Kelheim (Danube)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 229.6 km
Duration 16:58 h
Ascent 1,755 m
Descent 1,727 m

in progress 12 February 2015 Along the Limes from Aalen to Kelheim / Regensburg. A very varied route with 2000 years of history

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from Rolf Zanolli,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Altmühltal
Romans and Knights route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 86.9 km
Duration 6:10 h
Ascent 365 m
Descent 365 m

A journey through Antiquity and the Middle Ages.

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from TREUCHTLiNGEN LÄDT DICH AUF.,   TREUCHTLiNGEN LÄDT DICH AUF.
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 46.6 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 312 m
Descent 256 m

A beautiful and quiet natural valley far from all mass tourism

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from Robert Dietzen,   Community
Hiking Trail · Altmühltal
Limes hiking route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 115.7 km
Duration 30:10 h
Ascent 1,232 m
Descent 1,301 m

Hiking to Roman traces on the UNESCO World Heritage LimesExperience history and discover nature – the Limes hiking route leads over about 115 ...

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from Tourist-Information Bad Gögging,   Tourist-Information Bad Gögging
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Geographically, Raitenbuch is located between the two towns of Weißenburg and Gunzenhausen on the Altmühlsee. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills, green meadows and dense forests. Particularly impressive are the numerous lakes, rivers and canals that meander through the area.

There are many sights for tourists to discover here. A must for every visitor is the Roman Limes Museum in Weißenburg, which informs about the history of the Roman border wall. The Museum of Industrial Culture in Gunzenhausen or the Franconian Lakes Museum also offer exciting insights into regional history.

Cultural highlights are also plentiful: In the summertime there are regular concerts on the market square or you can visit one of the many plays in the open-air theatre on the lakeside of the Altmühlsee.

Those looking for culinary specialities will also find what they are looking for - whether traditional Franconian dishes such as Schäufele with dumplings or modern interpretations of regional products - everyone will find something delicious to try here!

Outdoor activities can vary depending on the season: In summer, of course, the Altmühlsee is a great place for swimming and water sports activities such as sailing or stand-up paddling. But hiking, cycling or climbing in the surrounding forests and hills are also popular activities.

And what do you do in Raitenbuch when it rains? There are plenty of options here too: Visit the Kristall Palm Beach thermal baths in Stein or visit one of the numerous churches and monasteries such as the monastery church of St. Walburga.

But the most beautiful thing about Raitenbuch is nature itself - regardless of the season or weather. Whether walking through flowering fields in spring, a bike ride along the canal in summer, an autumn walk through colourful deciduous forests or the winter magic on a frozen lake - every moment here is unique!

All in all, Raitenbuch is definitely worth a trip for all nature lovers, history buffs and gourmets of regional cuisine! This travel guide will help you plan your next adventure!

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Reviews

  • May 11, 2025
    Bianca Seiler
    May 11, 2025
    sehr schöne und abwechslungsreiche Tour.
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    Written May 11, 2025
  • May 21, 2024
    grobstollig de 
    May 09, 2024
    Tolle Streckenführung, einige schöne kleine Täler sind fast schöner als das Altmühltal. Sehr abwechslungsreiche Oberfläche, viel auf kleinen Wegen. Nur der Schluss vor Weißenburg ist langweilig entlang der Bahnstrecke. Mit E- Bike an einem Stück machbar.
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    Written May 21, 2024
    Bicycle Rides
    Romans and Knights route
  • April 29, 2018
    V. W.
    April 28, 2018
    Eine wunderschöne Radtour mit sehr schönen Radwegen! Vor allem auch schön zu einer Rundtour erweiterbar, wenn man ab Eichstätt einfach weiter dem Altmühltal-Radweg folgt. Der Altmühltal-Radweg ist zwar auf jeden Fall der einfachere Abschnitt, aber dafür ist der Anlautertal-Radweg nicht so überfüllt. Hat richtig Spaß gemacht, diese Tour zu fahren!
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    Written April 29, 2018
  • October 15, 2017
    Fredy Behr
    October 15, 2017
    Kleine aber feine tour auf der es viel zu entdecken gibt, man sollte nur genau schauen
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    abmarsch in Titting
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    einfach nur die Landschaft genissen
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    kleiner aber schöner Weg
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    einfach nur die Landschaft genissen
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    fast verfallenes Haus
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    einfach nur die Landschaft genissen
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    schau genau wo du läufst
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    einfach nur die Landschaft genissen
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    einfach nur die Landschaft genissen
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    einfach nur die Landschaft genissen
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    Photo: Fredy Behr, Community
    Written October 15, 2017

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