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Excursions

Discover exciting excursion destinations in Kipfenberg! From historical sights to natural beauties.

An aerial view of a large white castle with red-tiled roofs, set on a hill overlooking a valley with a river and a village. The surrounding landscape includes forested hills and open green fields under a clear blue skyA stone castle sits atop a green, tree-covered hill, with its tall tower rising against a bright blue sky. In the foreground, a church steeple with a clock and a red-roofed building can be seen.A reconstructed Roman stone gate with an arched entrance and small windows, surrounded by grassy steps on both sides.
An aerial view of a large white castle with red-tiled roofs, set on a hill overlooking a valley with a river and a village. The surrounding landscape includes forested hills and open green fields under a clear blue sky

Hirschberg Castle Diocesan House

Hirschberg Castle combines history and the present to create a unique place.

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A stone castle sits atop a green, tree-covered hill, with its tall tower rising against a bright blue sky. In the foreground, a church steeple with a clock and a red-roofed building can be seen.

Kipfenberg Castle

Discover the fascinating history and medieval atmosphere of Kipfenberg Castle. Immerse yourself in times gone by and experience the charm of this historical gem!

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A reconstructed Roman stone gate with an arched entrance and small windows, surrounded by grassy steps on both sides.

UNESCO World Heritage Limes

In the Altmühltal Nature Park, you can experience the Limes UNESCO World Heritage Site up close: impressive forts, uncovered thermal baths and reconstructed watchtowers await you as you follow in the footsteps of the Romans.

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Gustav Mayer EdelbranntweinbrennereiBurgruine RumburgJura Museum Eichstätt
Gustav Mayer Edelbranntweinbrennerei

Gustav Mayer Distillery

The Gustav Mayer Edelbranntwein Distillery, founded in 1840, is now run by Herbert Mayer, a master distiller, continuing the family tradition.

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Burgruine Rumburg

Burgruine Rumburg

Rumburg Castle is a fortification dating back to the High to Late Middle Ages. Significant remnants of its enclosing walls have been preserved, offering a glimpse into its historical past.

Jura Museum Eichstätt

Jura-Museum Eichstaett

The Jura Museum, Bavaria's second-largest natural history museum, invites you to dive into the fascinating world of prehistoric times.

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