Neumarkt i.d.OPf.: Culture and History

Neumarkt i.d.OPf. offers several distinct reasons to visit: sights in the old town, the history of technology at the Museum of Historic Maybach Vehicles, culture at the Historic Reitstadel and outdoor trails. When planning, consider whether you are especially interested in vehicles and their production, historic urban sites, a seasonal culinary offering, or activities on foot and by bike.

Maybach vehicles and production history

The Museum of Historic Maybach Vehicles presents a unique exhibition, spanning around 2,500 m², on the history and products of Karl and Wilhelm Maybach. The exhibition includes 18 to 20 historic Maybach vehicles, as well as historic engines, transmissions and axles. Information panels, models and short films complement the exhibits, extending the focus from the vehicles to technical components and their history.

The Express Department focuses on production history: large-format photographs, machines and tools illustrate the stages of manufacturing, assembly, storage and shipping at the historic production site. This places the various areas of production, as well as the products themselves, at the center of attention. It adds a distinct perspective on the history of technology to the vehicles on display.

The old town and culture at the Reitstadel

The old town’s sights span a period from medieval history to the present day. One specific example of the town’s architectural and cultural history is the Historic Reitstadel: it originated as an armory in the 15th century and was rebuilt in the 1980s as a cultural center with a concert hall and exhibition rooms.

Concerts and performances by internationally renowned artists take place at the Reitstadel; programs vary. If a particular performance is important to your trip, check the dates for your preferred travel period. This helps you appreciate the historic venue in light of its concert and exhibition uses, without assuming any particular program.

Schmankerl Weeks in October

Every year in October, Neumarkt’s Schmankerl Weeks bring together autumnal regional cuisine and flavors from around the world over four weeks. This fixed seasonal timeframe may factor into your choice of travel dates. If you want to plan your stay around the Schmankerl Weeks, check the dates for the specific edition, as individual editions may take place on different dates.

Hiking and cycling around Neumarkt

Neumarkt’s hiking trails are equipped with a professional guidance system featuring numbered signs. At trail junctions, the signs point the way and indicate distances. They also provide information about places to eat and overnight accommodation, and point out public transport stops. The network of hiking trails around Neumarkt is more than 300 kilometers long; the signs help with navigation at trail junctions, while the total length describes the size of the network.

Nearby, the Zeugenbergrunde leads over scenic mountains around Neumarkt in three daily stages. It has been awarded the European quality seal “Leading Quality Trail – Best Of Europe.” The stages of this route and the length of the trail network answer different planning questions: one describes a specific multi-day tour, while the other indicates the extent of the network around the town.

Nine trails of varying difficulty for mountain biking lead around Neumarkt. Check their condition before setting out. E-bikes can be rented directly in Neumarkt; availability and rental terms may change. If you are planning to rent one, check the latest information in advance.

Regional context: Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz

In the wider destination of Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, the Neumarkt i.d.OPf. district lies in the northeastern part of Altmühltal Nature Park and in the Bayerischer Jura landscape area. The Upper Palatinate Jura Valleys also lie in the Bayerischer Jura and Altmühltal Nature Park, between Nuremberg and Regensburg, and invite visitors to relax. At the regional level, the Jurasteig and the Wasser- und Mühlenweg share a stretch along the Weiße Laber, from Lengenbachtal near Deining to Dietfurt.

Discover more destinations: Berg bei Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, Dietfurt an der Altmühl, Postbauer-Heng, Hohenfels, Pyrbaum, Parsberg, Berching, Pilsach

Go to the wider travel overview: Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz.