Neunkirchen

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Neunkirchen is a charming town located in the Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. Known for its picturesque landscapes and rich history, Neunkirchen offers a delightful blend of cultural and natural attractions for visitors to explore.

One of the main highlights of Neunkirchen is the historic Neunkirchen Castle, which dates back to the 12th century. The castle sits atop a hill, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can take a guided tour of the castle to learn about its fascinating past and explore its well-preserved architecture.

For nature enthusiasts, the Neunkircher Moos is a must-visit destination. This beautiful nature reserve is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it the perfect spot for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The tranquil atmosphere of the moorland provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In the town center, visitors can stroll through the charming streets and admire the traditional half-timbered houses that line the cobblestone roads. The Marktplatz is a great place to soak up the local atmosphere and sample some authentic German cuisine at one of the cozy restaurants or cafes.

History buffs will also appreciate the St. George's Church, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that has stood in Neunkirchen for centuries. The church's intricate design and beautiful stained glass windows are a testament to the town's rich cultural heritage.

Alternative names: Population: 1.9 thous. (2019)Area: 6.16 mi²Coordinates: 49°23'20"N, 9°0'28"E

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Nearby attractions include: Carmelite Monastery Church of the Annunciation, Burg Hirschhorn, Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald, Burg Stolzeneck.

6.4 miNW
Church, Gothic architecture
Carmelite Monastery Church of the Annunciation, Hirschhorn
164 min walk • The Carmelite Monastery Church of the Annunciation at Hirschhorn in Hesse, Germany dates from 1406, when the Lord of Hirschhorn established a Carmelite monastery there. Its architectural style is late Gothic. In 1803, the monastery was dissolved, and the church deconsecrated.
6.4 miNW
Forts and castles
Burg Hirschhorn, Hirschhorn
165 min walk • Hirschhorn Castle, also known as Hirschhorn Castle, is a very well preserved spur castle and palace complex above the Hessian town of Hirschhorn, located on the Neckar River, on the border between Baden-Württemberg and Hesse.
5.2 miN
Natural history museum, Museum, Park
Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald, Eberbach
133 min walk • The Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is one of the largest nature parks in Baden-Württemberg, Germany with a size of 1520 km². In the north, the Bergstraße-Odenwald Nature Park is located in Hesse and Bavaria, some areas in the north of Baden-Württemberg belong to both nature parks. The nature park is run by Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald e.
2.6 miN
Forts and castles
Burg Stolzeneck
66 min walk • Stolzeneck Castle is the ruins of a hilltop castle above the Neckar River near Eberbach in Baden-Württemberg. Built around 1200, the castle was given to servants of the Palatine counts as a fiefdom of the Electorate of Palatinate from 1284.
2.6 miE
Forts and castles
Minneburg
67 min walk • The Minneburg is the ruin of a hilltop castle in the Neckar valley in the Neckarkatzenbacher Gemeindewald district in the Neckar-Odenwald district in Baden-Württemberg. The castle towers over Neckargerach, which is directly on the opposite side ...
5.4 miN
Forts and castles
Burg Eberbach, Eberbach
137 min walk • Eberbach Castle is the complex ruined complex of three spur castles above the town of Eberbach. Eberbach Castle consists of three separate castles, so that one should actually correctly speak of the castles of Eberbach.
2.5 miNE
Forts and castles
Schloß Zwingenberg
65 min walk • Zwingenberg Castle, also called Zwingenberg or Schloss Zwingenberg, stands on the right bank of the River Neckar where it cuts through the Odenwald hills in central Germany. The castle is located in the municipality of Zwingenberg in the state of Baden-Württemberg.
5.3 miN
Church
St. Johannes Nepomuk Kirche, Eberbach
135 min walk • St. John Nepomuk Church is a Catholic church in Eberbach in the Rhine-Neckar district in northwestern Baden-Württemberg. It was built between 1884 and 1887 and is already the fourth church on this site. It is considered a landmark of Eberbach.
5.1 miN
Church
Church of St. Michael, Eberbach
131 min walk • The Evangelical Church of St. Michael in Eberbach in the Rhine-Neckar district in northwestern Baden-Württemberg was built between 1835 and 1841. The renaming from "Evangelische Stadtkirche" to "Michaelskirche", which took place only in 1976, goes...
5.4 miSE
Church
Tempelhaus, Mosbach
138 min walk • The Tempelhaus near the banks of the Neckar River in Neckarelz in Baden-Württemberg traces its origins to the medieval residential tower of a Johanniter castle once called Burg Elz.
5.6 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Ohrsberg, Eberbach
144 min walk • The Ohrsberg is an elevation in the town of Eberbach. The 236.1 m above sea level circulating mountain of the Neckar in the Odenwald characterizes the Eberbach townscape. On the summit are the remains of Ohrsberg Castle and the Ohrsberg Tower.