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Things to see in Ellwangen (Jagst) (Germany): 28 places and when to go
Ellwangen (Jagst) is a town in Germany, and this site lists 28 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Nature (7), Wildlife (7). The best known are St. Vitus, Castra of Buch and Halheim Fort. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 02. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 48.9656, 10.1756
- Places
- 28 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Nature (7) · Wildlife (7) · Food and drink (4) · Hiking (4) · Temples (3)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 137 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ellwangen (Jagst)
The places in and around Ellwangen (Jagst), 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.
- St. VitusChurch3.2 km
- Castra of BuchRoman fort6.6 km
- Halheim FortRoman fort8.3 km
- Limes Gate DalkingenAncient Roman gate in southwest Germany4.6 km
- Baldern CastleCastle in Germany12 km
- Alamannenmuseum EllwangenMuseums and art3.5 km
- Münster St. Georg DinkelsbühlBuilding in Dinkelsbühl, Middle Franconia, Germany16 km
- Schloss KapfenburgCastle in Lauchheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany11 km
- Schönenbergkirche EllwangenChurch building in Ellwangen (Jagst), Stuttgart Government Region, Bade-Württemberg, Germany2.3 km
- AuweiherNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany9.8 km
- Birkenweiher mit Ober- und UnterholzweiherNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany11 km
- Ellwanger Schloßweiher und UmgebungNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany2.0 km
- Feuchtfläche bei der BuchmühleNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany10 km
- MuckentalNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany4.2 km
- Museum 3. DimensionMuseum in Dinkelsbühl, Bavaria, Germany16 km
- Orbachtal mit StreuwiesenNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany11 km
- Schloss RechenbergCastle in Germany9.4 km
- Vogelfreistätte Walk- und GaisweiherNature reserve Southampton of Dinkelsbühl, Middle Franconia, Germany14 km
- Brauerei Hauf KGBrewery17 km
- Bühlertalwanderweg - Etappe 1Hiking15 km
- Erhardt Fruchtsäfte und BrennereiDistillery15 km
- Freibad WesthausenWith kids9.7 km
- Karl BuxDistillery9.0 km
- Limesfreibad PfahlheimWith kids5.4 km
And the other 4, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Lindenhalde, Rundweg Dinkelsbühl – Segringen, Rundweg Dinkelsbühl – St. Ulrich
- Food and drink: Stefansbräu
When to go to Ellwangen (Jagst)
The best time to visit Ellwangen (Jagst) 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.
- JanPossible8:28
- FebPossible9:54
- MarPossible11:34
- AprBest time13:28
- MayBest time15:04
- JunBest time15:57
- JulBest time15:35
- AugBest time14:11
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:30
- NovPossible8:52
- DecBest time8:02
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 02. In April, 28 of the 28 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 Ellwangen (Jagst)
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 137 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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- Kaisersbach50 places39 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ellwangen (Jagst)?
The best known: St. Vitus, Castra of Buch, Halheim Fort, Limes Gate Dalkingen, Baldern Castle. In all, 28 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ellwangen (Jagst)?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 02.
How do you get to Ellwangen (Jagst)?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 137 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ellwangen (Jagst) as the destination and these 28 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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