Marktbergel: Petersberg, the Source of the Aisch and the MUNA Museum

Marktbergel lies at the foot of Petersberg. The 504-metre-high, treeless hill is now an attractive destination for day trips, with magnificent views across the northern plain. Wine was once grown on its slopes. At this distinctive landmark, far-reaching views meet reminders of its former use.

Petersberg, Hiking and Local History

Marktbergel lies directly on the B 13 between Ansbach and Würzburg, and between Rothenburg and Bad Windsheim. Another geographical landmark is the source of the Aisch, located in the municipality of Marktbergel, right on the border with the municipality of Burgbernheim. It also marks the beginning of the Aischgrund region, known for its carp, a Franconian speciality.

Those who would like to learn more about Petersberg and the history of the village can arrange guided hikes in Marktbergel by prior booking. One option follows the adventure trail on Petersberg; another is a village walk exploring Marktbergel’s history. These offer two different focuses to choose from: the hill and its adventure trail, or the village’s history. Advance booking is required when planning these guided tours.

The Muna Museum Marktbergel offers another way to explore the past. It makes the history of the former “Lufthauptmunitionsanstalt Oberdachstetten” (MUNA) and the military history of the surrounding communities in the Frankenhöhe accessible to the public in a museum. Its scope thus extends beyond the history of Marktbergel itself to include the surrounding communities.

If Petersberg, guided hikes and the MUNA Museum are the focus of your trip, Marktbergel itself is an obvious place to look for a holiday apartment. The B 13 and the local landmarks mentioned above can help you find your way; your choice of destination may depend on whether you are most interested in the hill, the village’s history or the wider regional perspective.

More topics in the wider Neustadt A.D.Aisch-Bad Windsheim travel destination

In Neustadt a.d.Aisch-Bad Windsheim district, the region is nestled between the Steigerwald and Frankenhöhe nature parks and is particularly easy to explore on foot or by bike. The district-wide cycling network offers themed routes for different abilities, from leisurely rides to more challenging cycling. The nearly 100-kilometre long-distance cycle route “vom Main zur Zenn” (From the Main to the Zenn) crosses the district and connects Kitzingen with Fürth.

Culture can also be discovered in various places across the wider travel destination. The Franconian Open-Air Museum in Bad Windsheim takes visitors on a journey through 700 years of everyday Franconian history. Among its buildings is the Bauhofstadel, built between 1441 and 1444. Its late-medieval roof structure spans an interior of around 360 square metres without supporting columns. At the Aischgrund Carp Museum in Neustadt an der Aisch, visitors can learn more about the more than 1,250-year tradition of carp farming in ten exhibition rooms.

The Aischgrund mirror carp is one of Neustadt an der Aisch’s local specialities. It is served from September to April, including fried until crisp or poached in a seasoned broth. Every year, selected restaurants in the district take part in the Aischgrund Carp Gourmet Weeks from 1 September to 1 November; the Game Weeks follow in November, offering game prepared in a variety of ways. If you would like to plan your trip around these culinary events, check in advance which restaurants are currently participating or consult the current programme.

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