Wemding is a medieval small town surrounded by defensive walls. Notable sights include the medieval town fortifications and the parish church of St. Emmeram.
You can rent a holiday apartment in Wemding.
Landscape
Wemding lies between the Franconian Jura to the east and the broad Ries crater plain to the west. This landscape was formed around 14.5 million years ago by a meteorite impact.
Culture
Wemding is associated with the botanist Dr. Leonhart Fuchs, after whom the fuchsia was named. A fuchsia pyramid stands in front of the Tourist Information office.
Wemding is home to the Maria Brünnlein pilgrimage basilica. Next to it, the pilgrimage inn welcomes pilgrims and day-trippers.
Experiences
The Sagenweg is a themed hiking trail where visitors encounter local legends and stories.
The forest-bathing rest areas in the recreational forest near the Waldsee lake offer peaceful nature experiences.
Geographical Setting
Wemding lies where the holiday regions of Altmühltal Nature Park and Donau-Ries meet.
Surroundings
The surrounding area of Wemding is home to the Villae rusticae Hüssingen, Harburg Castle, Stahelsberg Castle and Harburg Castle. The Gailach spring (upper course) is also located in the surrounding area.
Dobelberg lies in the immediate vicinity of Wemding.
The Ofnethöhle cave and Dachsbau are located in the wider region around Wemding.
History
In 798, King Charlemagne donated Wemding to the Sankt Emmeram Abbey in Regensburg. The town remained in the abbey's possession for 500 years.
Further information is provided in the destination entry Fünfstetten.
