Ehingen Kirbe Fair
One of the town's most traditional folk festivals, celebrated every autumn with rides, market stalls, a large festival tent and a brass-music morning gathering.
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💡 Tips
- Pick up the 'Bierkulturstadt' (Beer Culture City) map from the tourist office; it guides you along a dedicated walking route connecting the historic breweries.
- Many breweries have their own traditional inns. Book a table in advance on weekends as they fill up quickly with locals.
- The Danube cycling path (Donauradweg) passes right by the city; it's extremely flat and well-suited for a leisurely afternoon ride.
- If you plan to sample the beers, use the local bus network or stay centrally so you can easily walk between the brewpubs.
🍽 Food
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Local Beer Flights
Order a tasting board (Bierprobe) at the independent brewpubs to sample the wide variety of locally brewed beers.
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Swabian Maultaschen
Large meat-and-spinach-filled dumplings, typically served in broth or pan-fried. You will find them in almost every brewery tavern.
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Zwiebelrostbraten
A hearty Swabian roast beef topped with onions, making an excellent pairing with a local dark beer at a traditional Gasthof.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Brewery Shops
Purchase bottled local beers, beer mustard, and beer-based liqueurs directly from the independent breweries to take home.
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Ehingen Weekly Market
Visit the Marktplatz for regional Swabian delicacies, fresh bread, and local produce.
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Groggensee Park
A small, peaceful lake park near the city center, well-suited for digesting a heavy Swabian meal.
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Danube River Banks
Walk along the tranquil paths bordering the Danube just outside the main town, good for bird watching and river views.
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Ehingen an der Donau is a spirited town in the Alb-Donau district of Baden-Württemberg, widely recognized for its exceptional brewing heritage. Holding the title of a Beer Culture City, it hosts five independent breweries that produce a vast array of traditional beers, making it a unique destination for gourmets. Geographically, the town is tucked away on the southern fringes of the Swabian Alps where the Schmiech stream joins the Danube River. The city's history is deeply intertwined with Further Austria (Vorderösterreich), as it was under Habsburg rule for centuries before becoming part of Württemberg in the early 19th century. This historical legacy is reflected in its elegant architecture and cultural festivals. Today, Ehingen serves as a significant economic hub for the region, balancing its traditional crafts with high-tech industries. The local economy is bolstered by large-scale paper manufacturing and crane production, while the surrounding natural landscape makes it a popular stop for cyclists traveling along the international Danube Cycle Path.
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Top sights: St. Blaise Parish Church · Mochental Castle · Ehingen Museum
- Nearby: Munderkingen (8 km)
- Population: ~27.504
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 49 | 58 | 56 | 96 | 88 | 98 | 93 | 62 | 68 | 62 | 68 |
Geography
Facts
- Total area: 128.49 km²
- Highest elevation: 727 m
- Berg Brewery founded in 1466
- Part of the Swabian Alps Biosphere Reserve
- Distance to Ulm: approx. 25 km
- Over 14,000 local jobs available
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Sights in the town Ehingen (13)
Ehingen Museum🏛 museum
Located in a former hospital, the museum displays exciting exhibits on local history and sacred art.
🌐 museum.ehingen.de🕒 Su 14:00-17:00; We 10:00-12:00; 14:00-17:00
Frequently asked questions
Why is Ehingen known as the city of beer culture?
With five historic breweries, the city provides a huge variety of beers and a special beer culture hiking trail.
How do I get to Ehingen from Ulm?
Ehingen is located about 25 km southwest of Ulm and is easily accessible in 25 minutes by regional train.
What are the main sights?
Visit the market square with its baroque buildings and the late Gothic town parish church of St. Blasius.
Are there nature experiences nearby?
The city is located on the edge of the Swabian Alb and directly on the Danube, good for cycling and hiking.
Which local specialty should I try?
In addition to the local beer, you should try Swabian Maultaschen in one of the traditional brewery restaurants.
Ehingen: where is it located?
Ehingen is located in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Ehingen: what is there to see?
Highlights include St. Blaise Parish Church, Mochental Castle, Ehingen Museum.
Ehingen: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Ehingen: why is it worth visiting?
Ehingen an der Donau is a spirited town in the Alb-Donau district of Baden-Württemberg, widely recognized for its exceptional brewing heritage.
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