Welcome to the heart of the Upper Palatinate Jura
The city of Velburg is a community of about 5.350 inhabitants. The origin goes back to 1153. The definition of municipal law privilege can be set on the proven 1410.
Impressive is the historic town square with its Neo-Gothic-style town hall and the colorful houses.
The landscape around the city is charcterized by numerous mountain peaks that have earned it the name "Kuppenalb". Various hiking trails, as well as the regional law on lead climbing through the beautiful landscape of the Jura.
A very wide panoramic view can be enjoyed from the castle on Castle Hill, which is 621 m with one of the highest in the area.
The idyllic natural lake in Altenveldorf and a network of cycle paths radiating far offer for children and adults change and recreation.
Golf enthusiasts, whether beginners or advanced players will find the Golf Club "Am Habsberg" fabulous, award-winning golf courses.
The most lasting impression left by a visit to the "König-Otto-Stalactive cave", one of the finest show caves in the Upper Palatinate Jura with up to 70 m high "halls".
