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Schrobenhausen
ℹ️Practical info — Schrobenhausen
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Visit between mid-April and June 24th to experience the famous local asparagus season.
- The Lenbach Museum is a must-see for art lovers, showcasing the works of the famous portraitist.
- The historic town wall gives a great, relaxed walk around the old town.
- Parking is generally available just outside the city walls, keeping the center pedestrian-friendly.
🍽 Food
During the season, it is served in almost every traditional restaurant in the center.
Try this hearty classic at a traditional Gasthaus in the old town.
Enjoy a fresh draft beer in the taverns around the town hall.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy directly from surrounding farms or at the farmers market during spring.
Good for picking up Bavarian sausage specialties like fresh Weißwurst.
Walk along the river for a peaceful nature escape.
The area around the wall features quiet corners to sit and enjoy the historic atmosphere.
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Schrobenhausen is a spirited town in Upper Bavaria, strategically located between Ingolstadt and Augsburg. It is globally renowned as a premier region for asparagus cultivation, with the 'Schrobenhausen Asparagus' being a protected geographical indication. The town's historical charm is defined by its exceptionally well-preserved medieval city walls and towers, which date back to the 15th century. Schrobenhausen is also celebrated as the birthplace of Franz von Lenbach, one of the most prominent portrait painters of the 19th century, often called the 'Painter Prince.' Economically, the town is a center of innovation, hosting the headquarters of the Bauer Group, a world leader in specialized foundation engineering. This industrial strength provides high employment and stability to the region. Culture enthusiasts visit the European Asparagus Museum and the Lenbach Museum, while nature lovers enjoy the nearby Donaumoos, the largest fens in southern Germany. The town hosts several annual events, such as the Asparagus Market and the historic city festival, blending its agricultural roots with a sophisticated industrial and artistic identity.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: European Asparagus Museum · Lenbach Museum · St. Jakob Parish Church
- Nearby: Aichach (16 km)
- Population: ~18.199
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 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 63 | 47 | 53 | 51 | 96 | 96 | 100 | 100 | 66 | 60 | 54 | 59 |
Geography
Facts
- Headquarters of the global Bauer AG
- Elevation: approximately 409 meters
- Total municipal area: 75.31 square kilometers
- Home to the European Asparagus Museum
- Near-complete 15th-century city wall
- Birthplace of Franz von Lenbach in 1836
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Sights in the town Schrobenhausen (5)
Landsknechtsmuseum🏛 museum
Specialized museum in Schrobenhausen about the history of Landsknecht mercenaries.
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