Lenting: Cycling and History

On the Schambachtalbahn Cycle Route

For time together outdoors, the 42-kilometre Schambachtalbahn Cycle Route is a useful point of reference. It is considered family-friendly, is almost entirely flat and runs through natural surroundings, away from road traffic. River meadows, fields and forests characterise the described surroundings of the Schambach Valley. Families travelling with children will find a cycling option whose character is defined by its largely flat route and its course away from road traffic.

The cycle route connects Ingolstadt with Riedenburg and links the Danube Cycle Route with the Altmühltal Cycle Route. By connecting these two long-distance cycle routes, the Schambachtalbahn Cycle Route is also appealing to travellers who want to join their ride to a larger network of routes. Lenting lies on the southern edge of Altmühltal Nature Park – cycling and getting your bearings between the Nature Park and Ingolstadt are two distinct aspects of planning a trip here.

Buildings and Lenting’s history

The Catholic parish church of St Nicholas is a prominent historical landmark in the townscape. Built in 1629, the building has a steeply pitched roof, a recessed choir and a choir-flanking tower. It was built in place of a chapel dedicated to the saint. For visitors interested in church architecture and a town’s development, these features offer specific points of interest: the architectural style, the recorded year and the earlier building.

The former Hofmark castle is also part of Lenting’s architectural history. The two-storey Baroque residential wing, with a hipped roof and plaster detailing, was built in 1677. Nearby, Lenting’s moated castle and its associated Hofmark are reminders of a long history of lordship: for centuries, the castle served as the seat of several noble families. The Argula von Grumbach monument tells the story of Argula von Grumbach, the former lady of the Lenting Hofmark and a Reformer. Together, the church, castle and monument offer different ways to explore the town’s history, from architecture to an important historical figure.

An annual event

The annual Lenting Jurafest is part of the local events calendar. It adds a recurring local tradition to the town’s architectural and cultural attractions. As the festival takes place every year, it may be relevant when planning the timing of your stay; no specific date is given here.

If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Lenting, you can base your choice of location on your actual travel plans: the town’s own access to the A9 is a useful landmark for travelling by car, while the length and character of the cycle route matter if you are planning a cycling trip. Those particularly interested in local history will find several historical themes to explore independently, including St Nicholas, the former Hofmark castle and the Argula von Grumbach monument.

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