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ℹ️Practical info — Illertissen
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Walk up to Vöhlin Castle in the morning for the best lighting and panoramic views over the Iller valley.
- Parking directly on the Marktplatz is limited; use the free spots slightly outside the center.
- As a 'Bee City', the local Bavarian Bee Museum is a must-see, but check weekend opening times before you go.
- Locals speak the Swabian-Bavarian dialect; greet shopkeepers with a cheerful 'Grüß Gott'.
🍽 Food
Try these traditional meat-filled pasta pockets in the taverns near the town center.
Best enjoyed in rustic Bavarian-Swabian inns, these cheese noodles are a local staple.
Grab one from a local bakery around the Marktplatz for a quick, authentic snack.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy regional bee products directly from local apiaries or the museum shop at the castle.
Visit the Marktplatz on Friday mornings for fresh regional agricultural produce.
Stroll through the well-maintained French-style garden directly adjacent to the castle.
Take a relaxing walk or bike ride along the river, a short distance west of town.
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Illertissen, majestically situated above the wide valley of the Iller river in the Bavarian-Swabian district of Neu-Ulm, harmoniously combines Swabian coziness with a rich historical heritage. The absolute landmark of the town is the impressive Vöhlin Castle, perched on a hill and visible from afar. This striking fortress from the 12th to 13th centuries today houses not only magnificent rooms with elaborate stucco ceilings but also the fascinating Bavarian Bee Museum, which provides deep insights into the history of beekeeping and the ecological importance of bees. A walk through the well-kept town center leads visitors to the impressive parish church of St. Martin, whose baroque furnishings and distinctive tower immediately catch the eye. Around Illertissen, the natural floodplains of the Iller river entice visitors to embark on extensive cycling tours and relaxing hikes, where the local flora and fauna can be observed. In late summer, the traditional Historical Children's Festival attracts numerous visitors and wraps the town in colorful, medieval hustle and bustle. Illertissen is also famous for its perennial plant nurseries, which draw gardening enthusiasts from across the entire region and highlight the town's green profile.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Vöhlin Castle · Bavarian Bee Museum · Museum of Garden Culture
- Nearby: Vöhringen (7 km)
- Population: ~18.578
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 | -1 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 75 | 59 | 70 | 71 | 120 | 124 | 130 | 131 | 89 | 77 | 68 | 76 |
Geography
Facts
- The city covers an area of approximately 36.39 square kilometers.
- Illertissen is located at an elevation of 513 meters above sea level.
- The Bee Museum was opened within the castle in 1954.
- The Iller Cycle Path runs directly past the town.
- Illertissen was officially incorporated as a city in 1954.
- The A7 motorway provides direct links to Ulm and Kempten.
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Sights in the town Illertissen (9)
Nautilla Leisure Pool
A popular sports and adventure pool with a sauna area, offering relaxation for all age groups.
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