Loiching: Churches, Markets and Leisure

Loiching offers several reasons to stay: churches from different periods, recurring events, and opportunities for exercise and swimming. The occasion matters when planning your visit. If you are interested in events, your plans will depend on the calendar; for outdoor pools, take the season and weather into account.

Churches and the townscape

The Gothic parish church of St. Peter and Paul in Loiching dates from the 13th century. In Weigendorf, a district of the municipality, stands the Baroque-style Church of St. Leonhard. St. James is in Wendelskirchen, and St. Stephen is in Oberspechtrain; both are districts of Loiching. The parish complex in Loiching also includes old, shady lime trees. The local churchscape therefore brings together different architectural styles and periods, from the Gothic parish church to the Baroque-style Church of St. Leonhard, complemented by the churches in Wendelskirchen and Oberspechtrain.

Hoagarten and Petersmarkt

The Hoagarten in Loiching celebrates Bavarian folk music, conviviality and local traditions. It takes place every year on the Saturday before the traditional Petersmarkt. The Petersmarkt itself is held in the town centre around the feast day of Saints Peter and Paul on June 29. If you are planning for a particular year, it is worth checking local announcements, since the Hoagarten is tied to the market day rather than a fixed calendar date.

At the Petersmarkt, regional vendors also offer culinary specialities. The selection can vary from year to year. If you are planning your market visit with this in mind, check both the specific date and the announcements for that year.

Exercise in Kronwieden

The Loiching exercise trail is in Kronwieden, between the Isar bridge and the sports ground. It includes a Kneipp facility with a barefoot trail, numerous fitness machines and training opportunities. The trail brings together different forms of exercise in one place, from the barefoot trail to exercises on the equipment.

There is also a public skatepark at the Kronwieden sports ground on the Isar. It offers a different kind of leisure activity from the exercise trail: skating takes centre stage here, while the trail combines a Kneipp facility with training opportunities. If you want to include exercise in your travel plans, these different options can help you choose a focus.

Outdoor pools and seasonal planning

The municipality of Loiching operates three outdoor pools. The heated outdoor pool in Weigendorf is in Loiching-Weigendorf; the outdoor pool in Wendelskirchen is in Loiching-Wendelskirchen. Seasonal opening hours and the weather are key factors when planning a visit. If you are planning to visit an outdoor pool, check the municipality’s current opening information in advance.

In the wider Dingolfing-Landau destination

The wider Dingolfing-Landau destination also offers a range of cultural topics. At Kastenhof Landau, original archaeological finds from the region tell the story of the first farmers. Hands-on replicas, striking images and Lisar, a lifelike figure of a Neolithic woman, bring the past to life.

Another focus is the Vilstal nature reserve near Marklkofen. It covers almost 175 hectares and provides a habitat for numerous animal and plant species. The approximately 100-hectare Vilstalsee lies within this nature reserve and is ideal for walks and cycling tours. There are also opportunities for boating, sailing and surfing. The wider destination thus offers archaeological themes as well as water-based activities for different interests.

When planning your hotel stay, your travel dates are a useful point of comparison: the Hoagarten is linked to the Petersmarkt, while a visit to an outdoor pool depends on the season and weather. Check the specific event announcements and current swimming information when scheduling your stay.

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View the wider travel guide: Dingolfing-Landau.