Best views trails in Elchingen

Relaxed cycle tour along the Danube, Bavaria. This beautiful cycle tour follows the course of the Danube between Ulm and Günzburg. The tour begins at Unterelchingen and initially follows the northern bank of the Danube. It passes small ponds, the Unterfahlheim quarry pond and the Nauwald forest, which is a nature reserve. After a short break and refreshments in Günzburg, the route leads back to the car park on the southern side of the river. Highlights of the tour: - Becksee lake -...

This place has a sad historical background. 200 years ago, the Battle of Elchingen took place here with 2800 casualties. Napoleon's troops fought against an Austrian army.

Varied circular hike from Thalfingen in Swabia, Bavaria. Highlights of the hike: - Alb ascent via a long steep staircase - "Fortress" of the drugstore king Müller - Böfingen forest nature trail - Danube promenade - Pfuhl quarry pond ---------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train

Highlights: Oberelchingen monastery church, view of the Danube valley, spring trail, Elchinger forest lakes, Danube

The medium-difficulty circular route with some steep inclines runs mainly on forest and woodland paths. The hike offers beautiful views of the Danube valley. It connects the three municipalities of Unterelchingen, Oberelchingen and Thalfingen.