Discover Abensberg

Town history at the Herzogskasten and in the old town

The permanent exhibition of the Abensberg Town Museum presents objects spanning a broad historical period across four floors, from the Neolithic Age to contemporary history. The third floor focuses on tools used for growing hops and asparagus, as well as work in quarries and at the Rössler iron foundry. The exhibition also explores the guilds of Abensberg’s master craftsmen. These themes make local crafts and their varied fields of work part of the museum visit.

All exhibition areas at the Abensberg Town Museum are fully wheelchair accessible. As this information concerns current accessibility, it is advisable to check it again before travelling. The historic old town also offers several specific sights along a walk: its appearance is shaped by magnificent townhouses, the town hall and the Maderturm. The art trail runs along the medieval town wall and adds to a walk through the old town.

Art and architecture in Abensberg

The KunstHausAbensberg displays artworks by Friedensreich Hundertwasser and artefacts from his life. Another way to explore the artist’s work is the 35-metre-high Kuchlbauer Tower, an architectural project inspired by Hundertwasser. If you are interested in architecture and brewing culture, you can combine the two on a guided tour of Kuchlbauer’s World of Beer, which includes a visit to the brewery and a tour of the Kuchlbauer Tower. Check the tour’s current availability before travelling.

For a digital exploration of historic Abensberg, the “App ins alte Abensberg” app offers a tour following in the footsteps of Joseph von Hazzi. Alternatively, you can combine individual stops to create a custom tour. If you would like to use this option, check in advance whether the app is supported by your app store. The museum, KunstHaus, tower, guided tour and app offer different ways to explore history and design—choose the theme that interests you most.

Nature, Gillamoos and asparagus

The Abensaue is a Natura 2000 site (FFH area) because of its importance for flora and fauna, and is a protected area of European significance. This adds a protected natural area as a distinct focus alongside town history and architecture. Gillamoos, in turn, is a recurring annual fair in Abensberg. Its origins go back to a pilgrimage and the associated fair, first mentioned in historical records in 1313. The exact dates vary from year to year, so check the dates for your visit.

Asparagus is also part of the local identity: Abensberg is the home of the quality asparagus of the same name. Its PGI designation has been protected since 2011. Together with Gillamoos, it offers another perspective on the city’s traditions and regional connections.

Abensberg as a destination when searching for accommodation

If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Abensberg, the focus you want for your stay can help you decide: would you like to focus on town history, are you especially interested in art and architecture, or would you like to include nature and regional traditions? These different themes can inspire your plans without requiring you to settle on just one kind of holiday activity.

Regional connections within the wider Kelheim destination

The regional landscapes also differ across the wider destination of Kelheim. The northern part of the district, including Kelheim, Essing and Riedenburg, lies within the Altmühltal Nature Park. The southern part, including Abensberg, Neustadt an der Donau, Biburg, Rohr i. NB and Mainburg, belongs to the Hallertau, considered the world’s largest continuous hop-growing region. For trip planning, this places Abensberg within a different regional context from the named towns in the northern part of the district.

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