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Travel Guide Germany Baden-Wurttemberg Swabian Alb Heidenheim Königsbronn
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Königsbronn

Welcome to Königsbronn, a charming destination in the district of Heidenheim. This Travel Guide will help you discover the town and its surroundings.
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Königsbronn, reservoir, mill, town hall
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Bike Riding · Swabian Alb
Brenz cycle path - From the source to the Danube
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 56 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 90 m
Descent 150 m

From the Brenztopf, one of the typical karst springs of the Swabian Alb, you cycle along the Brenz through a diverse landscape to the mouth of the ...

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from Monika Suckut und Siegward Schottky,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Long-Distance Hiking · Swabian Alb
Albschäferweg - 5th stage: Steinheim to Zang
Toprecommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 15.5 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 286 m
Descent 166 m

You will learn why the path is called "Albschäferweg" at the Schafhof in Steinheim. About 600 Merino sheep live here. In the Wental, there are ...

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from Sabine Weber,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Long-Distance Hiking · Swabian Alb
Albschäferweg - 6th stage: Zang to Heidenheim
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.7 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 176 m
Descent 272 m

From the ski jump to the lake, from the Ostalb height into the Brenz valley - variety is guaranteed. A round of water treading in the fresh spring ...

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from Sabine Weber,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Bike Riding · Bayerisch-Schwaben
Geopark Ries: cycle path "From Crater to Crater"
Toprecommended 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 UNESCO Global Geopark Ries,   Geopark Ries e.V.
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Albschäfer time trail: Brenzquellrunde in Königsbronn
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.8 km
Duration 1:37 h
Ascent 97 m
Descent 96 m

The Brenzquellrunde is the little sister of the longer karst spring hiking trail and an ideal route for families. On this route, you should also ...

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from Sabine Weber,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Bike Riding · Swabian Alb
Crater to Crater Cycle Path - from Steinheim Basin to Nördlinger Ries
Toprecommended 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 Hiking · Swabian Alb
Albschäferweg - Hiking on the Swabian Alb
Toprecommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 157 km
Duration 40:45 h
Ascent 2,103 m
Descent 2,103 m

The approximately 158-kilometer-long and award-winning circular hiking trail follows the paths of shepherds through typical landscapes of the ...

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Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Bike Riding · Swabian Alb
Brenz and Danube-Härtsfeld Cycle Route
Toprecommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 126.9 km
Duration 8:50 h
Ascent 270 m
Descent 316 m

From the Brenztopf in Königsbronn, it goes down into the Danube valley and along the next tributary, the Egau, and an old railway track back onto ...

from Monika Suckut,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb
Albschäferweg - Weekend route on the Albuch
Toprecommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 31.7 km
Duration 8:20 h
Ascent 476 m
Descent 476 m

Admire the scenic highlights of the Albuch – the Steinheimer Basin, which formed about 15 million years ago due to a meteorite impact; the Wental, ...

from Sabine Weber,   Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Long-Distance Hiking · Fränkisches Weinland
Main-Danube-Lake Constance Trail (HW4)
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 409 km
Duration 107:35 h
Ascent 4,428 m
Descent 4,410 m

The Main-Danube-Lake Constance Trail is the main hiking trail 4 of the Swabian Alb Association. It takes us from Würzburg on the Main River over ...

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Geographical location: Königsbronn lies at the foot of the Swabian Alb and is surrounded by picturesque forests. The town is about 20 kilometres northwest of Ulm.

Special features: A special feature of this region are the numerous caves, including the well-known Charlottenhöhle cave, as well as the Hürbe-Quelle karst area with its impressive rock formations.

Sights: Visit the 12th century Königsbronn Monastery or explore the nearby Brenzpark with its beautiful rose garden. A trip to the Kaltenburg ruins is also definitely worthwhile!

Cultural highlights and events: In summer, the popular music festival "Rock im Park" takes place every year, where local bands can show off their skills. There are also regular art exhibitions in the town hall and theatre performances in the Klosterhof.

Culinary specialities: Be sure to try the Swabian specialities such as Maultaschen or Spätzle! In Königsbronn you will also find many cosy cafés and restaurants for a relaxing break during your exploration tour.

Outdoor activities: Hike through the idyllic Upper Danube Nature Park or go on a bike tour along the river Brenz. In winter, take a ski tour on the Swabian Alb.

Best seasons: The best time to visit Königsbronn is in spring or summer, when nature is in full bloom and the weather is pleasantly mild. You can also experience beautiful colours here in autumn.

Rain days: If it rains, we recommend a visit to the Charlottenhöhlen Museum or the Brenzpark Café overlooking the rose garden.

Best places: The Klosterhof with its historic buildings and the Kaltenburg ruins offer breathtaking views over the town and its surroundings.

Königsbronn is definitely worth a visit! Discover this charming town at the foot of the Swabian Alb and be enchanted by its beauty.

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Rundtour Bartholomä by C
March 09, 2025 · Community
Schöne, gut und flüssig zu fahrende Graveltour. Belag ca. 50/50 Asphalt/geschottert. Anfang März noch teilweise Eisflächen auf den Wegen. Da vorwiegend in Wald, wenig Panorama. Längere Abfahrten wechseln sich mit teils knackigen Anstiegen ab.
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Route done on March 09, 2025
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Photo: C B, Community
Photo: C B, Community
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Quellwiesenweg Wanderblume Tour 3 by Nicolas
August 25, 2024 · Community
Die von anderen gegebene 1-Punkte-Bewertung ist aus meiner Sicht etwas zu hart, aber ich empfehle im Bereich Königsbronn und K.-Waldsiedlung, den markierten Wegen des Schwäbischen Albvereins zu folgen und nicht den hier eingezeichneten Straßenverläufen (ich meine, dies ist teilweise auch so gemeint und hier nur falsch eingezeichnet). Der Weg ist insgesamt durchaus schön, gerade für Wald-Liebhaber, aber sicher nicht so spektakulär wie das Wental und das Felsenmeer.
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Route done on August 24, 2024
Photo: Nicolas Marschall, Community
Photo: Nicolas Marschall, Community
Photo: Nicolas Marschall, Community
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Härtsfeldrunde am 04.07.2023 by Dirk
May 20, 2024 · Community
schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour durch Wald, Felder und Wiesen mit schönen Ausblicken
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