Discover Aistersheim: Castle, Church and Forest Landscape

Aistersheim combines distinctive architecture with a hilly, heavily forested landscape. Aistersheim Moated Castle lies on the edge of the Hausruck Forest and defines the small town with its complex completely surrounded by water. Those looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home can choose between historical discoveries, walks and a cycle tour through the surrounding area.

Moated Castle and History in Aistersheim

Aistersheim Moated Castle is a well-preserved quadrangular complex with massive round towers at the corners. The present complex dates from the second half of the 16th century. At the same time, the history of the town goes back further: the foundation of the moated castle around 1150 is attributed to the minnesinger Dietmar von Aist. From 1156 until the acquisition of the Innviertel in 1779 in the Peace of Teschen, Aistersheim was a border fortification.

The area around the castle is also part of the town’s cultural character. Various events and markets take place every year at Aistersheim Moated Castle and in the arcaded courtyard. In addition to its historic architecture, Aistersheim therefore also offers occasions to experience the town as an event venue.

Church Art and Small Historical Discoveries

Aistersheim Parish Church is a unified Baroque hall church built around 1700 incorporating an earlier Gothic church. Its furnishings include the high altar, designed in 1744 by the Aistersheim cabinetmaker Gregor Derschl. Above the tabernacle is the 15th-century group of figures known as “Saint Anne Trinity,” depicting Saint Anne, Mary and the Christ Child.

The charnel house in the cemetery south of the church is also part of the town’s architectural history. It is protected as a historic monument by ordinance. Visitors who appreciate sacred art, older architectural forms and regional history can discover different historical layers at the church, high altar, group of figures and charnel house. The town’s musical history also includes the fact that the Weibern Music Society was renamed the Weibern-Aistersheim Music Society in the mid-1870s.

Walking, Cycling and Time Outdoors

The municipal area is hilly and heavily forested. Walking opportunities extend throughout the entire municipal area and complement the cultural focus with a peaceful, active side to the stay. Cyclists can include the Hausruck-Mostlandl cycle route in their plans. This allows you to choose your accommodation according to whether you mainly want to explore Aistersheim’s history, spend time in the forest or go on a cycle tour.

For families, the play and leisure area is also one of the local amenities. Modern equipment and comfortable areas for relaxing for all ages create a dedicated space for spending time there. The town therefore offers various ways to plan each day, without every trip having to follow the same rhythm: a visit to historic buildings can be followed by a walk, while other days may focus more on cycling or shared leisure time.

Getting There and Other Places

Aistersheim is only two kilometres from the Innkreis motorway. This location can play a practical role when planning your journey, while the local sights and heavily forested surroundings define the character of the stay. If you would like to compare other places for your travel plans in addition to Aistersheim, you will find Pram, Pollham, Kallham, Bad Schallerbach, Schlüßlberg, Meggenhofen, Wendling and Geboltskirchen here.

Accommodation in Aistersheim is especially suitable for travellers who want to combine culture and nature. The moated castle, parish church and charnel house give the town a historic profile; forest paths, the cycle route and the play and leisure area also open up a variety of opportunities for shared days on holiday.

To the higher-level travel overview: Grieskirchen.