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Things to see in Eisenberg (Germany): 41 places and when to go
Eisenberg is a town in Germany, and this site lists 41 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (14), History (11), Food and drink (8). The best known are Plassenburg, Himmelkron Abbey and Basilika Mariä Heimsuchung. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 51. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 50.1285, 11.5809
- Places
- 41 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (14) · History (11) · Food and drink (8) · Nature (5) · Mountains (4) · Temples (3)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 198 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Weißenstein, at 668 m.
What to see in Eisenberg
The places in and around Eisenberg, 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.
- PlassenburgCastle in Kulmbach, Bavaria, Germany8.7 km
- Himmelkron AbbeyCultural heritage monument in Bavaria, Germany7.4 km
- Basilika Mariä HeimsuchungCultural heritage monument D-4-77-138-28 (0) in Marktleugast, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany5.1 km
- German Steam Locomotive MuseumRailway museum in Neuenmarkt, Bavaria, Germany3.8 km
- WeißensteinNature · Mountains7.8 km
- SchlosskircheCultural heritage monument D-4-77-118-13 (0) in Guttenberg (Oberfranken), Bavaria2.8 km
- Bavarian Bakery MuseumMuseum in Kulmbach, Bavaria, Germany8.0 km
- German Spice MuseumMuseum in Kulmbach, Bavaria, Germany8.0 km
- evangelischeCultural heritage monument D-4-75-175-7 (0) in Stammbach, Bavaria7.9 km
- Hohen BergHill in Germany10 km
- Ködnitzer WeinleiteNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany5.2 km
- Köslar BergSummit7.8 km
- Museen im Kulmbacher MönchshofBuilding in Kulmbach, Germany8.0 km
- Wolfen-BergHill in Germany8.6 km
- Bad Berneck - KnodentalwegHiking9.8 km
- Bad Berneck - MarktschorgastHiking8.1 km
- Biohof Dietl - Das Landhaus | FerienapartmentsHistory14 km
- Brauerei Angermann RothwindBrewery17 km
- Brauerei SchübelBrewery6.5 km
- Ferienwohnung-Patersberg Mainleus / VeitlahmHistory14 km
- FrankenwaldsteigHiking10 km
- Fränkische LinieHiking8.5 km
- Fränkisches SteinreichHiking11 km
- Freibad KulmbachWith kids7.9 km
And the other 17, by what you come to do:
- History: Fritz-Hornschuch-Bad Mainleus, Wohnhaus, Kolonnade, Gasthaus
- Food and drink: Gasthof-Brennerei Steinlein, Kommunbräu, Partenfelder, Reichelbräu
- Hiking: Jean-Paul-Weg, Maintäler-Verbindungsweg, Mainweg part 2, Nortwaldweg, Seenweg, Stein-Weißensteingipfel, Steinachtal-Weg, Verbindungsweg Marktschorgast-Schweinsbach, Zubringer Östlicher Albrandweg Teilstück Lichtenfels - Steinamwasser
When to go to Eisenberg
The best time to visit Eisenberg 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.
- JanPossible8:18
- FebPossible9:49
- MarPossible11:33
- AprBest time13:32
- MayBest time15:12
- JunBest time16:08
- JulBest time15:45
- AugBest time14:17
- SepBest time12:21
- OctBest time10:27
- NovPossible8:44
- DecBest time7:51
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 51. In April, 41 of the 41 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 Eisenberg
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 198 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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- Küps32 places23 km
- Tröstau60 places23 km
- Bad Steben36 places27 km
- Hof, Bavaria48 places32 km
- Wattendorf30 places34 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Eisenberg?
The best known: Plassenburg, Himmelkron Abbey, Basilika Mariä Heimsuchung, German Steam Locomotive Museum, Weißenstein. In all, 41 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Eisenberg?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 51.
How do you get to Eisenberg?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 198 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Eisenberg as the destination and these 41 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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