A stay in Lautrach can focus on local history, the history of its castle or birdwatching: the Trail of Traces takes you through the municipality and its districts, Lautrach Castle has a documented history dating back to 1781, and the Iller reservoir is of importance to birdlife far beyond the region.
Local history along the Trail of Traces
The Trail of Traces leads through the municipality of Lautrach and its districts. Along the route, ten historical sites in the municipality feature accessible information boards in public spaces. Their information is available to anyone interested at any time. The trail thus combines a walk through the municipality with local history spread across several historical sites.
Lautrach Castle and its history
Lautrach Castle lies in the heart of Lautrach. The Prince-Abbot of Kempten, Baron Honorius von Schreckenstein, had it built from 1781 over a period of three years as a provost’s residence and hunting lodge. The construction period and original functions give the castle’s history a specific timeframe and context. This offers a different way of exploring the past of the area than the information boards of the Trail of Traces, which are spread across several historical sites.
Birdlife, Kneipp facility and cycling route
The Iller reservoir in the municipality of Lautrach is of importance to birdlife far beyond the region. The accessible birdwatching tower offers opportunities to observe birds and learn about their diversity. Here, nature observation goes hand in hand with learning.
The Lautrach Kneipp facility is a popular meeting place for passing cyclists and Lautrach residents who want to do something good for their circulation during an evening stroll. Check the latest information about the facility before your visit. A cycling tour through the Illerwinkel passes through the main towns of Kronburg, Lautrach and Legau. This gives visitors a choice between a specific local spot for cyclists and walkers in Lautrach and a regional cycling route.
Regional and seasonal cuisine
Rössle Lautrach serves regional and seasonal cuisine, as well as Swabian classics such as Zwiebelrostbraten, homemade Käsespätzle and Schwabenpfännle. It is worth checking the latest opening hours before setting off.
The wider destination of Unterallgäu
The wider regional context includes the destination of Unterallgäu. The Iller forms the natural boundary of Unterallgäu to the west, and the Wertach to the east. The A7 and A96 motorways, an extensive road network, train connections and Allgäu Airport in Memmingerberg make the region easy to reach. Cycling and hiking trails throughout the district are consistently signposted; the Unterallgäu is also home to the Glückswege trails. This information applies to the region, while the Trail of Traces is a specific circular route through Lautrach and its districts.
Cultural attractions in the Unterallgäu are also spread across different locations: the Baroque basilica in Ottobeuren and Mindelburg Castle in Mindelheim are among the region’s significant architectural monuments. The Fugger Castle in Kirchheim is home to the world-famous Cedar Hall; the former Imperial Charterhouse in Buxheim is known for its choir stalls. The regional picture thus ranges from major architectural landmarks to the historical features of individual towns.
Nature destinations also differ in their landscapes and trail concepts. Benninger Ried is easy to explore on foot and has its own educational trail and viewing platform. In Bad Grönenbach, the 3.2-kilometre forest discovery trail offers a chance to learn about the forest ecosystem. The 2.7-kilometre forest discovery trail in Buxheim loops around Buxheimer Weiher and is designed to let visitors experience nature with all their senses. In the Bannwald forest in Ottobeuren, eleven stations lead through the forest discovery trail. These examples illustrate the region’s varied attractions without equating them with the Lautrach circular route.
Discover more destinations: Legau, Kronburg.
View the wider travel overview: Illerwinkel.
