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Gößweinstein | ||
federal state | Bavaria | |
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Residents | 4.038 (2019) | |
height | 443 m | |
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Gößweinstein is a city in Upper Franconia in Bavaria. It lies in the Franconian Switzerland and is known for its pilgrimage basilica.
background
Gößweinstein has the following districts_
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getting there
By plane
The closest international airport is Nuremberg Airport(IATA: NUE).
By train and bus
The nearest train station in Pegnitz is about 20 km away. He's on the line Nuremberg - Bayreuth. From there the bus (VGN line 389) goes to several stops in the municipality. On weekends between Whitsun and October 3, the bus runs every hour.
Local public transport in the Nuremberg metropolitan region is operated by the Greater Nuremberg Transport Association VGN operated. It is possible to use different means of transport with one ticket, such as bus, train, S-Bahn or U-Bahn. The tickets can be purchased online or via an app.
Distances (motorway) | |
Bamberg | 40 km |
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Bayreuth | 45 km |
Nuremberg | 55 km |
In the street
Gößweinstein is two kilometers from the federal road 470 between Pegnitz and Forchheim, accessible via the motorway between Bamberg and Nuremberg and one of the Forchheimer exits.
The Castle Road and the German toy route lead through the place.
mobility
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Tourist Attractions
- The Pilgrimage Church to the Most Holy Trinity is the landmark of Gößweinstein. The one built between 1730 and 1739 basilica is one of the most important creations of late baroque architecture in Franconia and is considered a sacred masterpiece by the great architect Balthasar Neumanns. Service times from October to April on Sundays 7.30 a.m., 9.00 a.m., 10.30 a.m., evening mass 7.00 p.m., from May to September Sundays 7.00 a.m., 8.00 a.m., 9.00 a.m., 10.30 a.m., 7.30 p.m., evening mass 7.30 p.m., weekdays 7.00 p.m.
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- Pilgrimage museum, Balthasar-Neumann-Str. 2, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: 49 (0)9242 741766. Open: High season: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., low season (November 2nd - Easter Saturday): Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Price: adults € 3, schoolchildren € 2.50.
- The castle was first mentioned in a document in 1076
- Franconian toy museum, Balthasar-Neumann-Str. 15th. Tel.: 49 (0)171 6775143. Toys from the 1950s and 1960s, guided tours by appointment.Open: Open 01.05. - 10/30 Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., 01.11. - 30.03. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.Price: Entrance fee for adults € 3.50, children from 10 years € 2.
- Natural history and geological collection in the guest house
- Viktor von Scheffel Memorial
activities
hike
- The Balthasar Neumann circular hiking trail is 3 km long, with 5 information boards, duration approx. 2 hours, with visits correspondingly longer. The path leads on narrow paths and back roads around the village with many viewpoints.
railroad
The 16 km long railway line from Ebermannstadt above Muggendorf after Behringersmühle was from "Steam Railway Franconian Switzerland e.V."accepted. The association runs a scheduled operation with steam and diesel locomotives and historically reconditioned passenger coaches on this scenic route. The St. Nicholas rides are also popular with children, but you have to register early.
fishing
The Wiesent and its tributaries are an Eldorado for fly fishermen. Between Waischenfeld and Ebermannstadt there are many ways Day tickets to acquire. Bottom and spin fishermen are not neglected either.
Regular events
- The will take place on December 26th from 4 p.m. Festival of lights instead of. Adoration in the church, light procession around 5 p.m. from the basilica through the town
shop
kitchen
- 1 Bushel Inn, Balthasar-Neumann-Strasse 6, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: 49 9242 201. Historic inn with home-style cuisine, beer garden with a view of the basilica.
- 2 Gasthof Zur Behringersmühle, OT Behringersmühle 8, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: 49 9242 205. Specialty trout.Open: hot meals 11.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m.; Closed April to October: Tue, Wed, Thu from 5.30 p.m. November to March company holidays.Price: main courses from € 11.
nightlife
accommodation
- 1 Bushel Inn, Balthasar-Neumann-Strasse 6, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: 49 9242 201. 14 double and 6 single rooms with shower / toilet and satellite TV, some with balcony.Price: double room from € 70, single room from € 40, including breakfast buffet plus visitor's tax.
- 2 Gasthof Zur Behringersmühle, OT Behringersmühle 8, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: 49 9242 205. Rooms equipped with shower / toilet and satellite TV, some with balcony, there are also simple rooms in the extension without TV with shared bathroom.Price: double room from € 80, single room from € 45 with breakfast.
health
- 1 Bonmedica pharmacy, Balthasar-Neumann-Strasse 36d, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: 49 9242 7416179. Open: Mo - Fr 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Sa 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Practical advice
- 2 Gößweinstein tourist office, Burgstrasse 6, 91327 Gößweinstein. Tel.: (0)9242 456. Open: April to October, Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., November to March, Mon - Thu 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
trips
The complete Franconian Switzerland around Pottenstein is a wonderful excursion area with many possibilities. If you are drawn to the city, the following cities can be reached within an hour's drive Pegnitz, Bayreuth, Forchheim, Bamberg and Nuremberg.
- To Pottenstein it's not far with his castle
- Ins Wiesenttal with its districts Streitberg and Muggendorf
literature
Web links
- http://www.goessweinstein.de - Official website of Gößweinstein