ガッヘンバッハの天然記念物・トップ18

A beautiful hiking trail from the castle hill in Oberwittelsbach to Sisi's Palace in Unterwittelsbach. Five stations provide information on the history of Bavaria and the Wittelsbach dynasty.

This oak tree is an official natural monument, and given its condition, there are real concerns about its future…

Many of these burial mounds are unmarked and could be mistaken for natural elevations. Those interested in these burial mounds sometimes have to put in quite a bit of effort.

The Silberbrünnel near Hollenbach, also known as Silberbrünnl, is an idyllic hillside and spring moor in the Bernbach Forest near Motzenhofen, a district of the municipality of Hollenbach in the Aichach-Friedberg district. It owes its name to the mica-containing sediments in the stream bed, which shimmer silver in the sunlight.  Nature reserve: The area has been under landscape protection since 1971 in order to preserve the unique flora and fauna. Rare plant species can be found here, such as the orchid, a type of orchid, the butterwort, a carnivorous plant, the marsh iris, the Turk's cap lily, the Siberian iris and the cotton grass with its strikingly fluffy white seed heads. The sundew, another carnivorous plant, can also be found here.  Hiking and relaxation: The Silberbrünnel is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. Various hiking trails lead through the area and offer insights into the diverse nature. A recommended route is the circular hike over the Silberbrünnel, which offers both city impressions of St. Georgen and impressions of the surrounding forest and nature.  Getting there: The Silberbrünnel is easily accessible from Hollenbach. Parking is available at the large solar field near Oberbernbach. From there, signposted paths lead to the Silberbrünnel.  Information for visitors: In order to protect the sensitive nature, visitors should stay on the designated paths and be considerate of the flora and fauna. The area is a valuable biotope, the preservation of which depends on responsible behavior.  The Silberbrünnel near Hollenbach therefore offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of nature in Bavaria.

The 7 Steles by Norbert Zagel are an impressive group of sculptures by the artist Norbert Zagel, which can be found in the forest area near Unterwittelsbach, a district of Aichach in the Aichach-Friedberg district, Bavaria. These seven wooden steles, which represent human heads, are set up along a hiking trail and blend harmoniously into the natural environment. Description: Each of the seven steles is individually designed and shows different facial features, thereby representing a variety of human expressions. The sculptures are made of wood and have been treated to withstand the effects of the weather. They stand along a forest path and invite visitors to pause and look at the works of art in the midst of nature. Location and access: The steles are located in the forest area between Unterwittelsbach and Oberwittelsbach. A popular starting point for a walk to the sculptures is the Wöresbach hiking car park. From there, a well-signposted path leads to the steles and further to the castle church of Maria vom Siege. The entire circular hike is around 5.5 kilometers long and is suitable for all fitness levels. Detailed information about the route can be found on the Komoot platform. Artist: Norbert Zagel is a German sculptor who is known for his work with wood. His works are characterized by a clear formal language and a close connection to nature. You can find more information about his work on his official website. A visit to Norbert Zagel's 7 steles offers a successful combination of art and nature experience and is a recommended excursion destination in the Wittelsbacher Land.

It is worth it is very interesting

Located directly on the hiking trail

In the footsteps of the Wittelsbach family, on the path from Ober- to Unterwittelsbach you will come across beautiful sculptures and informative boards, which inspired me to delve a little deeper into the subject in the evening after our hike. We liked it very much. :)