In the area of Heidenheim there is much to discover and to experience.
For active individuals, hiking and biking tours on the beautiful Swabian Jura are the best options. Families will find a variety of interesting museums and leisure facilities in the region, which will make children's hearts beat faster and adults become children again. The HellensteinBad aquarena with its water slides and the spacious sauna area also offers fun and relaxation for the whole family.
The city of Heidenheim boasts a wide range of sports events and leisure activities. For sport enthusiasts exciting moments are guaranteed by watching a game played by the German Baseball champion, the “Heidenheimer Heideköpfe” or the 2nd National Soccer League, 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 e.V.
Regarding cultural events, a particular highlight is the annual opera festival which takes place in the Rittersaal of the Hellenstein Castle.
Take advantage of the unique location of the Schlosshotel Hellenstein and discover the diversity of the city and its surroundings.
We would be pleased to share some of our destinations with you. If you want to learn more, please click here: City information Heidenheim.
Activities
Opera Festival
Come and visit our annual summer opera festival which is also well known beyond the boarders of Heidenheim. The venue of the festival - the Rittersaal of Hellenstein Castle
is within walking distance of the Schlosshotel.
Naturtheater (Open Air Theatre)
For more than 100 years, the Naturtheater on the Schlossberg has been enchanting thousands of spectators of all ages. The diversity of the events ranges from theatre performances to concerts and poetry slams.
1. FC Heidenheim 1846 e. V.
Experience watching a match on site of the 1nd Soccer league and the 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 e.V. in the Voith Arena and be inspired by the unique stadium atmosphere.
Heidenheim Heideköpfe
Don’t miss on being at a match of the baseball champion of the year 2020 in the HellensteinEnergie Ballpark.
Further Events
Heidenheim provides a wide range of additional events in the Congress Centrum which is situated right next to the hotel.
The City of Heidenheim
Guided Tour
There are lots of possibilities to get to know the city. Join our night watchman on a nocturnal journey through the dark streets and alleys of the town. Benefit from our culinary highlight tour and learn more about our Swabian delicacies. You are; of course welcome to taste them.
Shopping Tour
Only a few minutes walk away from the Schlosshotel Hellenstein, the city of Heidenheim invites you to do some shopping . In addition, the Schloss Arkaden, a covered shopping mall with more than 30 shops, provides a vast selection of goods. Due to the short distances, the mall is an attractive place to be throughout the whole year.
Fun for all ages
Experience the World of Cave Giengen Hürben
Consider a guided visit of the Charlottenhöhle, one of the largest show caves of Southern Germany and discover the mysterious and fascinating world of stalagmites and stalactites.
Museums in Heidenheim
Whether you are interested in art such as paintings created by Picasso, Roman archeology, or the history of cultural development of passenger and freight transportation right up to the development of the very first automobile, one of the museums will provide what you are looking for.
Steiff World of adventure
Make your children’s eyes light up and discover the word of Steiff and the word-famous teddy bear with “the button in ear”.
LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort
Beside 55 million of LEGO® stones and 64 attractions the LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort provides a lot especially for children aged between two and twelve years looking for adventure, fun and action. For children, a visit to LEGOLAND® will make all their dreams come true.
LALO Center
The LALO Centre with its indoor playing ground makes the hearts of children aged between 0 and 12 years beat faster. Even the accompanying persons will experience a day with lots of fun and a wide range of games.
Enjoy the countryside
Schloss Hellenstein
The Hellenstein Castle is the landsmarkt of Heidenheim and offers a beauiful view to the city. It was completed in 1611 after 16 years of construction and is definitly worth a visit.
Heidenheimer Brenzregion
Whether you are on foot or by bicycle, Heidenheim and its countryside boasts a great variety of fascinating destinations which are worth to be visited. From juniper heaths to a meteor crater and the primeval sea to the Härtsfeldsee (lake), you may discover plenty of gorgeous places. In addition to the various hiking and biking trails, the Albschäferweg (Shepherd’s path), which also passes through the region, should not be left unmentioned.
Brenzpark
Visit the ‘green heart’, of Heidenheim situated alongside the lovely Brenz river. This beautiful park was created on the occasion of the Landesgartenschau (Horticultural show) arranged by the city of Heidenheim in the year 2006.
Swabian Jura
Discover the beauty of the Swabian Jura while walking biking or during a city tour.
Wildpark Eichert
Visit our deer park in the beautiful wood next to the hotel.
Physical Activities
HellensteinBad aquarena
Pure fun, wellness and sports is waiting for you in the HellensteinBad aquarena with its two slides, the 50 meter vario pool, the outdoor pools with massage jets and the inviting spacious sauna area with panorama sauna and a stunning view over the city of Heidenheim. Our guests can relax free of charge at the Hellensteinbad aquarena. More information.
Tennis
Have a tennis match directly on the Schlossberg, just a stone's throw away from the Schlosshotel.
Disc Golf
Ever played disc golf? Give your luck a chance at one of the courses near Heidenheim.
Golfclub
Enjoy playing golf in a picturesque setting on the former grounds of the princely house Turn & Taxis „Hochstatt“.
For a perfect body
Train your fitness with a game of squash or badminton at pauls53 - Sportclub or at BodyFit Squash & Fitness Center in Heidenheim.
