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Things to see in Gunzenhausen (Germany): 31 places and when to go
Gunzenhausen is a town in Germany, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (9), History (7), Nature (6). The best known are Dürrenberg, Gelber Berg and Reckenberg. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 01. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 49.1121, 10.7555
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (9) · History (7) · Nature (6) · Mountains (5) · Food and drink (4) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 113 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Dürrenberg, at 656 m.
What to see in Gunzenhausen
The places in and around Gunzenhausen, 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.
- DürrenbergHighest mountain of the Franconian Jura, east of Heidenheim in Bavaria, Germany11 km
- Gelber BergMountain south-east of Sammenheim (Dittenheim), Middle Franconia, Germany8.0 km
- ReckenbergMountain south-west of Kalbensteinberg (Absberg), Middle Franconia, Germany8.7 km
- BrombachmoorNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany6.9 km
- BüchelbergHill north of Büchelberg (Haundorf), Middle Franconia, Germany5.3 km
- Burg WernfelsCastle in Germany13 km
- HöhbergMountain west of Oberhöhberg (Haundorf), Middle Franconia, Germany9.5 km
- Castrum IciniacumRoman fort7.1 km
- Kleinkastell Gunzenhausen Hinterer SchlossbergHistory1.9 km
- Liebfrauenmünster, Wolframs-EschenbachBuilding in Wolframs-Eschenbach, Middle Franconia, Germany13 km
- St. WenzeslausBuilding in Spalt, Middle Franconia, Germany13 km
- FärberturmArchitecture3 m
- Schloss DennenloheBuilding in Unterschwaningen, Middle Franconia, Germany11 km
- Schloss UnterschwaningenBuilding in Unterschwaningen, Middle Franconia, Germany10 km
- Altmühl Panoramaweg Schlaufe 1 Teufelsmauer-WegHiking3.1 km
- Altmühl Panoramaweg Schlaufe 3 Hahnenkamm-WegHiking11 km
- Dennenloher SeeHot spring bath10 km
- Der SeenländerHiking13 km
- Dr.-Fritz-Linnert-WegHiking trail in Middle Franconia, Germany11 km
- Felsenbrand GbR AbfindungsbrennereiDistillery13 km
- Großer Brombachsee - Tauchbasis BrombachseeDive site11 km
- Camino de SantiagoCatholic pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, Spain5.7 km
- Kleiner BrombachseeDive site8.8 km
- Landgasthof Zum SchnapsbrennerDistillery15 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Limesweg, Main-Donau-Weg (Querverbindung Feuchtwangen – Pappenheim), Stilla-Weg, Zwei-Städte-Weg
- Food and drink: Schwannen Bräu, Stadtbrauerei Spalt
- History: St. Briccius-Ruine
When to go to Gunzenhausen
The best time to visit Gunzenhausen is April to October; also possible: November to March. 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.
- JanPossible8:26
- FebPossible9:53
- MarPossible11:34
- AprBest time13:28
- MayBest time15:05
- JunBest time15:59
- JulBest time15:37
- AugBest time14:12
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:30
- NovPossible8:51
- DecPossible8:01
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 01. In June, 31 of the 31 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 Gunzenhausen
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 113 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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- Roth27 places29 km
- Thalmässing22 places34 km
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And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gunzenhausen?
The best known: Dürrenberg, Gelber Berg, Reckenberg, Brombachmoor, Büchelberg. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gunzenhausen?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 01.
How do you get to Gunzenhausen?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 113 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gunzenhausen as the destination and these 31 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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