Welcome to Westhausen, a charming town in the Ostalbkreis district of Germany. This guide offers you valuable information and tips for your visit to this picturesque town.
Activities in Westhausen
Attractions in Westhausen
Highlights
2D
3D
Maps and trails
Bike Riding
· Schwäbische Alb
Tour 14 Zu Römern und Alamannen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
69 km
Duration
4:50 h
Ascent
343 m
Descent
343 m
Die Tour führt entlang der Spuren von Römer und Alamannen auf der Schwäbischen Ostalb.
from Johanna Hurler,
Tourismus Ostalb
Long-Distance Hiking
· Fränkisches Weinland
Main-Danube-Lake Constance Trail (HW4)
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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
409 km
Duration
107:35 h
Ascent
4,428 m
Descent
4,410 m
The Main-Danube-Lake Constance Trail is the main hiking trail 4 of the Swabian Alb Association. It takes us from Würzburg on the Main via the ...
from Patrick Küpper,
Outdooractive Premium
Long-Distance Hiking
· Schwäbische Alb
Albsteig (HW1) – Etappe 4 – Bopfingen bis Aalen-Unterkochen
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
27.1 km
Duration
7:29 h
Ascent
459 m
Descent
453 m
Auf 27 Kilometern Wegstrecke geht es von Bopfingen bis Aalen-Unterkochen. Dabei sind rund 500 Höhenmeter zu bewältigen.
from Heiko Zeeb,
Schwäbische Alb
Bicycle Touring
· Bayerisch-Schwaben
Nördlingen - Crailsheim Schleifenroute Etappe 92.7 R
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
72.3 km
Duration
5:09 h
Ascent
332 m
Descent
361 m
Diese Etappe führt uns von Nördlingen bis nach Crailsheim. Sie ist eine von über 330 zusammenhängenden Etappen. Wir haben spannende POI zur Etappe ...
from Awareness Deutschland MS,
Blue Ribbon & Pink Ribbon Schleifenroute
Bicycle Touring
· Schwäbische Alb
Drafted on February 20, 2013
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
335 km
Duration
24:10 h
Ascent
1,920 m
Descent
1,920 m
Erleben Sie die 332 Kilometer lange Fahrrad-Rundtour im sonnigen Süden von Deutschland.
from Silke Rüdinger - Hohenlohe+Schwäbisch Hall Tourismus e.V. / Heinz Obinger ,
Hohenlohe + Schwäbisch Hall Tourismus e.V.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Schwäbische Alb
Albsteig (HW1) - Qualitätswanderweg über die Schwäbische Alb - Gesamtroute
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
359 km
Duration
104:45 h
Ascent
8,443 m
Descent
8,230 m
Auf großteils naturbelassenen Pfaden schlängelt sich der Albsteig, auch bekannt als HW1, oft an der Albtraufkante zwischen Donauwörth und ...
from Heiko Zeeb,
Schwäbische Alb
Long-Distance Hiking
· Bayerisch-Schwaben
Swabian Alb North Rim Trail HW1
Premium content
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
362.7 km
Duration
133:00 h
Ascent
8,550 m
Descent
8,331 m
Between Donauwörth and Tuttlingen, between Reutlingen and Ulm, the Swabian Alb is one of the most impressive landscapes in Germany.
from Sandra Fischer,
Outdooractive Premium
2D
3D
Maps and trails
Discover the region
Location and special features:
Westhausen lies on the edge of the Swabian Forest and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery. The town is characterised by its idyllic location, which is perfect for outdoor activities. The region is also known for its rich history and culture as well as its culinary delights.
Sights: One of the main attractions of Westhausen is Kapfenburg Castle, an impressive 13th century building with a fascinating history. Another highlight is the many hiking and cycling trails around the town, including the popular Kocher Valley Cycle Path along the Kocher River.
Cultural Highlights and Events: There are many cultural events in Westhausen, such as the annual music festival at Kapfenburg Castle or the Christmas market in the historic town centre. The museum of locomotive history also delights technology fans of all ages.
Culinary specialities: The regional cuisine has a lot to offer - be sure to try Maultaschen or Spätzle with sauce! In the surrounding area you will find numerous restaurants, bistros and cafés with regional specialities as well as international dishes.
Outdoor activities: Whether hiking or cycling - everyone gets their money's worth in Westhausen. In summer you can go canoeing on the Kocher or play golf in the nearby hill country. In winter, there are ski areas in the surrounding area that are ideal for winter sports enthusiasts.
Rain days: You don't have to be bored even if the weather is bad - visit the local history museum or take a guided tour of Kapfenburg Castle. Or simply enjoy a leisurely day in one of the many cafés and restaurants.
Where is the most beautiful? Westhausen has many beautiful places to offer, but a walk through the historic town centre with its picturesque half-timbered houses and narrow streets is particularly recommended. The view from Kapfenburg Castle over the surrounding countryside is also breathtakingly beautiful.
Summary: Overall, Westhausen is definitely worth a visit and offers something for everyone: from cultural highlights to outdoor activities and culinary experiences. This travel guide will help you get the most out of your visit to this charming town!
Sights: One of the main attractions of Westhausen is Kapfenburg Castle, an impressive 13th century building with a fascinating history. Another highlight is the many hiking and cycling trails around the town, including the popular Kocher Valley Cycle Path along the Kocher River.
Cultural Highlights and Events: There are many cultural events in Westhausen, such as the annual music festival at Kapfenburg Castle or the Christmas market in the historic town centre. The museum of locomotive history also delights technology fans of all ages.
Culinary specialities: The regional cuisine has a lot to offer - be sure to try Maultaschen or Spätzle with sauce! In the surrounding area you will find numerous restaurants, bistros and cafés with regional specialities as well as international dishes.
Outdoor activities: Whether hiking or cycling - everyone gets their money's worth in Westhausen. In summer you can go canoeing on the Kocher or play golf in the nearby hill country. In winter, there are ski areas in the surrounding area that are ideal for winter sports enthusiasts.
Rain days: You don't have to be bored even if the weather is bad - visit the local history museum or take a guided tour of Kapfenburg Castle. Or simply enjoy a leisurely day in one of the many cafés and restaurants.
Where is the most beautiful? Westhausen has many beautiful places to offer, but a walk through the historic town centre with its picturesque half-timbered houses and narrow streets is particularly recommended. The view from Kapfenburg Castle over the surrounding countryside is also breathtakingly beautiful.
Summary: Overall, Westhausen is definitely worth a visit and offers something for everyone: from cultural highlights to outdoor activities and culinary experiences. This travel guide will help you get the most out of your visit to this charming town!
Trip planning
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Drafted on February 20, 2013 by Sibylla
June 03, 2022
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When did you do this route? May 02, 2022
in der Nähe von Künzelsau
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Schloß in Jagsthausen
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Kapelle St. Wendel zum Stein
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im Jagsttal
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Holzbrücke über die Jagst
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Kloster bei Ellwangen
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Tourenplanung am 12. Januar 2018 by Oliver
March 27, 2022
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Romantische Pfade, herrlicher Blick: von Reichenbach zum Braunenberg by Andrea
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May 14, 2021
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Destinations in Westhausen
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language