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Things to see in Dillingen an der Donau (Germany): 22 places and when to go
Dillingen an der Donau is a town in Germany, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Wildlife (5), Nature (4). The best known are Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, Dillingen, Katzenstein Castle and Temple of Apollo Grannus. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 06. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 48.5776, 10.4925
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Wildlife (5) · Nature (4) · Museums and art (3) · Temples (2) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 99 km as the crow flies
What to see in Dillingen an der Donau
The places in and around Dillingen an der Donau, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, DillingenChurch113 m
- Katzenstein CastleCastle in Dischingen, Germany18 km
- Temple of Apollo GrannusArchaeological site in Bavaria6.4 km
- Schloss Dillingen an der DonauBuilding in Dillingen an der Donau (Germany)255 m
- Ballmertshofen CastlePalace in Dischingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany14 km
- Duttenstein CastleBuilding in Dischingen, Stuttgart Government Region, Bade-Württemberg, Germany13 km
- Schloss HöchstädtCastle in Germany7.0 km
- Steiff MuseumMuseum in Germany19 km
- Studienkirche Mariä HimmelfahrtChurch building in Dillingen an der Donau, Swabia, Germany116 m
- ApfelwörthNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany11 km
- Westerried nördlich WertingenProtected area in the European Union defined by the habitats directive in Bayern, Germany11 km
- Griesbuckellandschaft DemmingenNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany12 km
- Museum Deutscher FayencenMuseum in Germany7.0 km
- Naturwaldreservat NeugeschüttwörthNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany14 km
- Schloss KalteneckChâteau15 km
- Stadt- und HochstiftmuseumRegional and cultural history museum in Dillingen an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany153 m
- AlmseeDive site4.0 km
- BraumadlBrewery4.7 km
- Donauwald-PremiumwanderwegHiking2.6 km
- Donauwald-Premiumwanderweg - ZubringerHiking8.6 km
- SchlüsselbräuBrewery19 km
- Wildpark DuttensteinWith kids · Wildlife13 km
When to go to Dillingen an der Donau
The best time to visit Dillingen an der Donau is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:31
- FebPossible9:56
- MarPossible11:34
- AprBest time13:27
- MayBest time15:01
- JunBest time15:54
- JulBest time15:32
- AugBest time14:09
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:32
- NovPossible8:55
- DecBest time8:06
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 06. In June, 22 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Dillingen an der Donau
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 99 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Berg21 places35 km
- Oberkochen31 places37 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Dillingen an der Donau?
The best known: Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, Dillingen, Katzenstein Castle, Temple of Apollo Grannus, Schloss Dillingen an der Donau, Ballmertshofen Castle. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Dillingen an der Donau?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 06.
How do you get to Dillingen an der Donau?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 99 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Dillingen an der Donau as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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