Hohenkammer: Glonn Valley and Renaissance Moated Castle

Hohenkammer combines the gentle hills of the Danube-Isar hill country with the varied network of Glonn valleys and wide open spaces. It is also home to the Renaissance moated castle and the centrally located parish church of St. John the Evangelist. You can get to know the town through its landscape as well as its architectural history.

Glonn Valley and Open Countryside

The municipality’s landscape is varied: alongside open spaces, the hills of the Danube-Isar hill country and the Glonn valleys shape the surrounding area. Despite land consolidation and the straightening of the river, the Glonn valley remains an important natural and recreational area. These two aspects belong together: Hohenkammer’s landscape is made up not only of wide views across open terrain, but also of the shaped river and valley landscape.

Moated Castle and Parish Church

Hohenkammer Castle is a Renaissance moated castle with foundation walls dating from the 16th century. The three-storey, four-winged complex was built after 1551 on the site of the medieval moated castle. In 1975, the castle was restored in the style of the Upper Bavarian Renaissance. The various dates mark different stages in its architectural history: from the older foundation walls to the new construction and subsequent restoration.

The parish church of St. John the Evangelist stands in the centre of Hohenkammer. Its church tower, visible from afar, and its light-filled interior feature prominently in descriptions of the church. The hall church has a recessed Late Gothic polygonal choir and a nave dating from 1813. The ground floor of the choir-flanking tower dates from the 14th century; the tower was raised around 1620. If you are interested in architecture, you can see a Late Gothic element alongside later alterations here.

Routes and Activities Nearby

The Old Bavarian Oxen Trail starts in Allershausen and heads towards Hohenkammer. A stop at the Renaissance moated castle and its park is recommended along the route. You can drive to the castle park, and parking is available on the castle grounds. Before visiting, check the latest access and parking details, as well as the route conditions.

Another activity is forest bathing in the woods near Hohenkammer or in another wooded area in Freising district. It involves exercises, gentle movements and mindful strolling. As the location may vary, check the current arrangements with the provider if you plan this activity.

Freising as a Distinct Regional Setting

The wider Freising destination offers additional nature and culture experiences. The Amper Valley in Freising district is designated as a protected landscape area and is home to species of animals and plants in particular need of protection, including four of the 16 dragonfly species threatened with extinction in Bavaria. In the city of Freising, Freising Cathedral on Cathedral Hill has a crypt and the Beast Column. The Schafhof is a centre for contemporary art with year-round exhibitions; it also hosts the Johannismarkt and an Advent market every year.

For outdoor art, Freising has the Weihenstephan Art Trail: it leads across the campus past almost 30 contemporary artworks and consists of two circular routes, each taking a little over an hour. These regional destinations broaden the view of Hohenkammer to include distinct nature, city and art experiences, without being part of Hohenkammer’s own townscape.

Choose a Holiday Apartment to Suit Your Day’s Plans

When choosing a holiday apartment in Hohenkammer, your planned activities may be the deciding factor: the church is in the town centre, while the castle and park offer another point of interest. Activities such as forest bathing may take place elsewhere in Freising district. So compare the specific location of your accommodation with the places you plan to visit, rather than assuming the town name alone guarantees a suitable base.

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