Erlebnisweg Wallensteins Lager: A Journey Through 17th-Century History
Discover the history of Wallenstein's encampment on an interactive trail through Oberasbach, Zirndorf, and Stein.
Explore the historic battlegrounds of the Thirty Years' War at Erlebnisweg Wallensteins Lager, an interactive trail winding through Oberasbach, Zirndorf, and Stein. Discover the remnants of Wallenstein's encampment and the stories of soldiers, merchants, and civilians who once populated this bustling military hub.
A brief summary to Erlebnisweg Wallensteins Lager - Herzog Maximilian von Bayern
- Oberasbach, Altenberg, DE
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Download the accompanying app to access additional digital content at each stele along the trail.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the trail is approximately 20 kilometers long, though it can be explored in smaller sections.
- Check the VGN (Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg) website for public transportation schedules to plan your arrival and departure.
- Be aware that the trail is primarily designed for hikers and may not be suitable for cyclists in all sections.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Erlebnisweg Wallensteins Lager via public transport, take the U1 subway line from Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof towards Langwasser Süd. Alight at Langwasser Süd and transfer to bus line 60 towards Oberasbach. Get off at the 'Oberasbach, Schulzentrum' stop. The Erlebnisweg Wallensteins Lager is approximately 1 km northeast of the bus stop. A single U-Bahn ticket costs around €3.00. Bus fares vary depending on distance within the VGN network.
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Walking
From the Oberasbach Schulzentrum bus stop, walk approximately 1 km northeast to reach the Erlebnisweg Wallensteins Lager. Follow the signs for the trail, marked with three tents representing the participating towns. Note that there may be a detour in place between steles 7 and 8 in 2025; follow local signage.
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