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Hemau
ℹ️Practical info — Hemau
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💡 Tips
- Enjoy the view from the Tangrintel plateau; Hemau is known as the 'rooftop' of the Regensburg district.
- Visit the Waldbad Hemau, a natural forest swimming pool offering refreshment in beautiful surroundings.
- Admire the architecture of St. John's Church, the town's landmark with an impressive interior.
- Use Hemau as a quiet base for excursions to the nearby UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg.
- Try the meat specialties from local butcher shops, famous for their traditional Bavarian quality.
🍽 Food
A classic Bavarian inn serving hearty regional dishes with a long tradition.
Traditional brewery-inn on the town square, convenient for local beer and Bavarian platters.
Excellent German cuisine in a family atmosphere with a focus on fresh ingredients.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy award-winning Bavarian sausages and meats here for a picnic.
Small boutiques and bakeries in the town center for a cozy stroll.
The retail hub where you can find larger stores for all practical needs.
A small green lung in the town, well-suited for a quiet fifteen minutes in the shade.
Hike along the river through this pretty and silent valley.
The area around the castle provides quiet paths far from the main roads.
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Hemau, picturesquely situated on the Tangrintel plateau between the river valleys of the Schwarzer Laber and Altmühl, is the highest town in the Bavarian district of Regensburg. This characterful location provides travelers a wonderful blend of rural tranquility and historical charm. The elongated, spacious town square forms the heart of the community, lined with lovingly maintained burgher houses and the impressive Old Town Hall. Visitors can stroll through the alleys to discover the remains of the medieval town fortifications, complete with old watchtowers. For nature lovers, the heavily forested surroundings are a true paradise, crisscrossed by excellent hiking and cycling trails that lead through the untouched landscapes of the Upper Palatine Jura. A special highlight in the annual calendar is the traditional Tangrintler Volksfest, held in September, which provides deep insights into authentic Bavarian festival culture. The region also has plenty to offer culinary enthusiasts: local breweries and traditional inns invite you to enjoy hearty Upper Palatine specialties and freshly tapped beer. Hemau is a wonderful retreat for travelers seeking an authentic Bavarian experience.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Old Town Hall · Hemau Toy Museum · Hemau Castle
- Nearby: Parsberg (13 km)
- Population: ~9.700
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 | -2 | -1 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 60 | 45 | 49 | 42 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 83 | 58 | 53 | 54 | 58 |
Geography
Facts
- Elevation: 515 meters above sea level
- Town rights granted: 1305
- Largest municipal area in Regensburg district: approx. 122 sq km
- Major event: Hemauer Volksfest in September
- Distance to Regensburg: approx. 25 km
- Number of constituent districts: 65
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