St. Magnus makes a distinct cultural statement in Kühbach: the present-day parish church was built between 1687 and 1688 and was formerly the convent church of the Benedictine nuns. Inside, the furnishings are distinguished by rich High Baroque stucco. The construction period, former convent function and interior design offer different perspectives on the building.
Church and miniature models in Kühbach
The history of St. Magnus extends beyond its present-day role as a parish church. Its former role as a convent church and its High Baroque design belong to different chapters in the building’s history. Those interested in church art will find not only a clearly dated construction period here, but also a specific detail in the richly executed stucco.
The Tyro Toys Museum in Kühbach-Radersdorf offers a very different focus. According to the latest information, its collection comprises 6,500 different miniature models, including tractors, combine harvesters, dump trucks, excavators, balers and harrows. The types listed range from agricultural equipment to construction machinery. This means that Baroque church art and technical miniature models stand side by side as distinct cultural themes in Kühbach. The size of the collection may change; if the exact number matters for your plans, confirm it in advance.
Radersdorf: gravel pit lake and seasonal excursions
The Radersdorf gravel pit lake is located in the Kühbach district of Radersdorf. It has a sunbathing lawn with a beach, showers, toilet facilities and a water rescue station; there is also a kiosk and a restaurant. The “Paartal” campsite is directly adjacent to the lake and has 200 pitches. Capacity may change, so if necessary, confirm the current number of pitches before making your plans. If you are counting on dining at the lake during your stay, check in advance whether the restaurant is currently open.
The “Zum Schloss an der Paar” hike is also a good opportunity to stop at the Radersdorf gravel pit lake. The route highlights a large sunbathing lawn, dining options, a mini-golf course and the campsite. This makes it possible to combine a hike with time by the water; if your plans depend on the facilities mentioned there, check that they are currently operating.
The Radersdorf corn maze adds a seasonal hide-and-seek activity to the range of excursions. As this is a recurring seasonal attraction, plan your visit around the season of your trip and check the specific visiting days in advance.
More cultural and tour ideas in the wider Aichach-Friedberg destination
The wider Aichach-Friedberg destination includes independent cultural attractions in Friedberg. The pilgrimage church of Herrgottsruh was built there between 1731 and 1753; it is considered one of the finest works of Bavarian Rococo. Friedberg’s Wittelsbach Castle originated as a High Medieval castle, built around 1257 under Duke Ludwig II the Strict.
In Aichach, the Wittelsbach Museum is housed in the Lower Gate, while the town museum tells the story of the town. Aichach’s historic old town has changed little over the centuries. The Wittelsbach family’s ancestral castle was located in Oberwittelsbach, a district of Aichach. Sisi Castle in Unterwittelsbach served as a hunting lodge for Duke Max in Bavaria.
Inchenhofen, also in the wider Aichach-Friedberg destination, offers its own cultural and historical focus. The Pilgrimage Museum is housed in Haus St. Leonhard, a former Cistercian brewery building. Exhibits include iron and wax votive offerings, ploughshares, horseshoes, and neck and hand shackles. The museum documents the significance of Saint Leonard and St. Leonard’s Church as a much-visited pilgrimage destination.
There are various route options in the wider Aichach-Friedberg destination. The Paartal hiking trail follows the middle Paar from Aichach to Gut Schenkenau in the district of Neuburg-Schrobenhausen and is 36.8 kilometres long in total. The Aichach-Friedberg district cycling map features 14 well-signposted themed cycle routes. For walks or hikes around Aichach, the brochure “aichach erwandern – The loveliest walks around Aichach” presents 15 routes. Check current trail conditions before setting out.
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