In the former monastery church of Notre Dame, one of Eichstätt's most beautiful Baroque buildings, an exhibition on the culture, nature and history of the region, combining classical elements with many stations for listening, feeling and discovering – from a ‘walk’ through the natural landscape to music by local composers to encounters with carnival figures, Romans, knights and many a stone surprise. Children can discover lots of things behind flaps and in drawers – and especially for them, the little dinosaurs Fossi and Juvi tell them all about the diversity of the Altmühltal Nature Park in a child-friendly way on the information boards. In the Garden of the Senses, visitors can look, feel, smell and taste to their heart's content: here, young and old alike can enjoy more than 40 plants with attractive flowers, beguiling scents or spicy flavours, as well as numerous butterflies, bees and bumblebees that take advantage of the rich food supply.
Eichstätt: Informationszentrum Naturpark Altmühltal
Notre Dame 1
85072 Eichstätt
Telefon Telefon +49 (0) 8421 9876-0
info@naturpark-altmuehltal.de
www.naturpark-altmuehltal.de
In the old historic Jura stable next to the hotel, you can study the unique local flora and fauna: over 800 precious animal specimens await you, impressively and characteristically arranged in lifelike situations. Learn about the most important habitats in the Altmühltal Nature Park, one of the most beautiful and largest nature parks in Germany, in fascinating dioramas. Learn more about the inhabitants of the local forests, the typical dry and nutrient-poor grasslands, and the Altmühl and its backwaters. Discover and hear the breathtaking wildlife at night and listen to the voices of nocturnal animals such as foxes, martens and eagle owls. Marvel at majestic birds of prey calmly waiting for their next prey. Enjoy watching playful badgers, which find ideal living conditions in the Altmühl Jura. Admire the industrious woodpeckers, which build new cavities every five to ten years (new subtenants such as jackdaws, tawny owls, stock doves and bats are already waiting for the old dwellings). The exhibition provides a vivid and informative introduction to the secrets of the animal world in the Altmühltal Nature Park. Take your time on your journey of discovery, because many things only reveal themselves at second glance...
Eichstätt: Altmühltaler Tiererlebniswelt beim Waldhotel Geländer
Schernfeld / Geländer 1
85132 Geländer bei Eichstätt
Telefon + 49 (0) 8421 937770
info@hotel-gelaender.de
www.hotel-gelaender.de
A dreamlike island location with a view of the old town, many attractions for every taste and, above all, plenty of space for Eichstätt residents and visitors alike – that's the Eichstätt Island Baths!
Children and young people, competitive swimmers and those seeking relaxation will all find something to suit them here. Large and small pools, a giant slide, lots of green space right on the Altmühl river: a family pool that couldn't be more beautiful. With daily opening hours from morning to evening and family-friendly admission prices.
Eichstätt: Inselbad
Wasserwiese 4
85072 Eichstätt
www.eichstaett.de
At the Jura Museum in Eichstätt, children and families can embark on an exciting journey through time into the world of dinosaurs and fossils. High up on Willibaldsburg Castle, impressive prehistoric finds, living fossils in the aquariums and the famous primitive bird Archaeopteryx are waiting to be discovered.
Particularly exciting are the child-friendly guided tours and programmes, where young explorers learn a great deal about life millions of years ago. With activities such as ‘Jura4Kids’, children immerse themselves in the world of the Jurassic Sea, discover dinosaurs and experience the exhibition in a playful way.
An ideal destination for curious explorers who want to experience fossils, dinosaurs and the secrets of prehistoric times up close.
Eichstätt: Jura-Museum
Willibaldsburg-Burgstraße 19
85072 Eichstätt
Telefon 08421 602980
info@jura-museum.de
www.jura-museum.de
On the children’s tours in Eichstätt, history comes to life and becomes an adventure for the whole family. Whether as little knights, brave explorers or curious city detectives – children get to know the historic old town in a playful way and discover exciting stories from times gone by.
These tours, designed with children in mind, focus on getting involved, solving puzzles and marvelling at what they see. Young visitors learn how people used to live, what secrets the town holds and why Eichstätt is so special.
The tours are ideal for families, groups of children and school classes, turning a visit to Eichstätt into an exciting journey of discovery. Further information and booking details are available from Eichstätt Tourist Information.
Eichstätt: Kinderführungen
Domplatz 8
85072 Eichstätt
Telefon 08421 6001400
tourismus@eichstaett.de
www.eichstaett.de
The “Irma Jones” city rally transforms Eichstätt into an exciting adventure town for young explorers. Together with the intrepid explorer Irma Jones, children embark on a thrilling treasure hunt through the historic old town, solving tricky puzzles along the way.
Exciting tasks and interesting stories about Eichstätt’s sights await at various stations. In the process, children get to know the town in a playful way and discover many hidden details that are otherwise easily overlooked.
The rally combines exercise, fun and a spirit of discovery, and is perfect for families who want to explore Eichstätt on their own. The materials for the city rally are available from Eichstätt Tourist Information.
Eichstätt: Stadtrallye
www.eichstaett.de
The Eichstätt motorhome and tent site is idyllically situated right on the banks of the Altmühl, just a short walk from the historic old town. Here, families, cyclists and canoeists can spend the night surrounded by nature whilst still being within easy reach of Eichstätt’s sights.
The site features modern sanitary facilities, a nearby playground, barbecue facilities and a boat and canoe hire service right on site. The campsite is also situated directly on the Altmühltal Cycle Route and is an ideal starting point for excursions into the Altmühltal Nature Park.
The site offers plenty of space for families in particular to play, relax and explore. Those who wish can even stay overnight in cosy camping barrels and enjoy the natural surroundings in a special way.
A perfect place for adventurers of all ages who want to experience Eichstätt and the Altmühltal up close to nature.
Eichstätt: Wohnmobilstellplatz
Schottenau / Pirkheimerstraße
85072 Eichstätt
Telefon 0172 2438259
platzbetreuung-eichstaett@gmx.de
www.eichstaett.de