Neumarkt i.d.OPf. combines the history of technology and historic urban culture with hiking and mountain biking opportunities in the surrounding area. The Museum of Historic Maybach Vehicles, the old town and the Historic Reitstadel each offer a distinct perspective. There is also a seasonal culinary highlight: Neumarkt’s Schmankerlwochen take place every year in October.
Maybach engineering, from vehicles to manufacturing
On approximately 2,500 m², the Museum of Historic Maybach Vehicles presents a unique collection showcasing the history and products of Karl and Wilhelm Maybach. The exhibition includes 18 to 20 historic Maybach vehicles, as well as historic engines, transmissions and axles, display panels, models and short films.
The Express Department adds the story of production to the vehicles on display: large-format photographs, machines and tools illustrate the stages of manufacturing, assembly, storage and dispatch at the historic production site. The museum thus focuses both on the vehicles and on the processes involved in making them.
The old town and culture at the Historic Reitstadel
The old town’s attractions span the period from the Middle Ages to the present day. The Historic Reitstadel is one example of this history: it dates back to an arsenal built in the 15th century and was redeveloped in the 1980s as a cultural centre with a concert hall and exhibition rooms.
The Historic Reitstadel hosts concerts and performances by internationally renowned artists; programmes vary. If you want a concert or performance to determine your travel dates, check the specific dates in advance.
Regional cuisine and getting around
For four weeks, Neumarkt’s Schmankerlwochen combine autumnal regional cuisine with flavours from around the world. They take place every year in October. If you are planning a trip specifically for this culinary event, check the dates for the relevant year’s edition.
The hiking trails in Neumarkt are marked with a professional wayfinding system featuring numbered signs. At junctions, the signs point the way and give distances. They also provide information about places to eat and accommodation, and indicate stops on local public transport. E-bikes can be rented directly in Neumarkt; check availability and terms in advance.
Hiking trails and mountain bike trails around Neumarkt
The network of hiking trails around Neumarkt is more than 300 kilometres long. One named route is the Zeugenbergrunde: it leads over scenic mountains around Neumarkt in three daily stages and has been awarded the European quality label “Leading Quality Trail – Best Of Europe.” This lets you compare the overall length of the trail network with a specific route that has designated stages.
Mountain bikers can choose from nine trails of varying difficulty around Neumarkt. Check availability and trail conditions before setting out. The options for a hike and a mountain bike ride differ, while both offer a way to explore the surrounding trails.
Regional setting
Within the wider travel destination of Neumarkt in the Upper Palatinate, the Neumarkt i.d.OPf. district lies in the northeast of AltmĂĽhltal Nature Park and in the Bavarian Jura landscape.
Discover more destinations: Postbauer-Heng, Lauterhofen, Parsberg, Berching, Hohenfels, Deining, Freystadt, Velburg
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