Aulendorf: Castle, Fasnet Carnival and Nature at Steeger See

Castle and Local History

Aulendorf Castle is a cultural monument of particular significance. Its value as a source for architectural history and the high artistic standing of its individual buildings contribute to this status. At the castle, toy artist Oliver Schaffer creates a world of PLAYMOBIL with dioramas and video projections. It is part of a temporary exhibition; before making plans, check whether it will be on during your intended travel dates.

The Civic Museum in the Old Cinema takes visitors on a tour through Aulendorf’s history. Highlights include the original furnishings of a church-vestment embroidery workshop, which also reflect the tradition of textile production in Upper Swabia. While the castle offers an architectural focus through its history, the museum explores the town’s past through a tour and the specific furnishings of a workshop.

St. Martin’s parish church also adds to the town’s cultural character: it preserves precious works from various periods, from the Late Gothic era to the present day. Those interested in culture can explore a range of themes, from the standing of individual castle buildings and the town’s history to the long span of artistic works at St. Martin’s.

Local Traditions and Festivals

Aulendorf’s Fasnet is a deeply rooted local tradition. It features five masked characters, including the Aulendorf Eckhexe. It adds a distinct cultural dimension to a holiday, regardless of any particular event date.

The Castle and Children’s Festival lasts two days and is always held on the third weekend in August. The exact dates may vary from year to year. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the dates for the relevant year. That way, you can include this recurring weekend in your plans without confusing it with the town’s history, which can be explored year-round, or the temporary exhibition.

Steeger See and Nature Experiences

The approximately 1.2-kilometre nature trail loops around the Steeger See natural lido and is suitable for walks and jogs. Along the way, the focus is on the flora and fauna of the Steeger See nature conservation area. The trail therefore combines a manageable distance with views of the protected landscape; the route description suggests both walking and jogging as suitable activities.

The natural lido itself is a seasonal swimming facility. Its amenities include a three-metre-high diving tower in the middle of the lake, a diving board, several wooden platforms and a jetty extending 15 metres into the lake. If swimming is important to your trip, plan around the lido’s seasonal opening times and check the current visitor information. The nature trail and the seasonal swimming facilities are separate aspects of Steeger See.

Trails, Golf and Getting There

There is an extensive, well-signposted network of cycle paths around Aulendorf that is also suitable for hiking. Cycling and hiking are both options for active days out; the nature trail also provides a separate route of around 1.2 kilometres for walks and jogs. At Adventure Golf Aulendorf, you can play against each other on 18 naturally landscaped artificial-grass courses. Check that it is currently open before visiting.

Several railway lines meet at Aulendorf station, and the town also has a long railway tradition. If you are travelling by train or factoring connections into your plans, check the latest timetables. This is particularly helpful if a specific festival date or a temporary exhibition is determining your travel dates.

When looking for a holiday apartment, you can first decide what you want to focus on during your stay: the castle, museum and local traditions offer different interests from the experiences around Steeger See, the trails and Adventure Golf. Take seasonal swimming times and specific event dates into account when planning your trip. This way, you can choose your destination based on the activities that matter to you, without assuming any particular amenities or location for your accommodation.

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