Discover Oberambach

For travel planning in Oberambach, regional bus routes 680 and 681 are a practical starting point. The wider destination of Moosburg a.d.Isar adds a railway station stop as well as cycling, nature and culture. If you are looking for a hotel, first consider whether bus connections in Oberambach or activities and sights in Moosburg will be the main focus of your stay.

Getting here and getting around

Regional bus route 680 serves Oberambach on the Moosburg–Thann–Sixthaselbach route. Route 681 connects Oberambach with Moosburg, Attenkirchen and Au. Both routes are listed in the 2026 district timetable; schedules may change. Before setting off, check the latest times and the route that suits you.

Moosburg a.d.Isar is a Regional-Express stop on the Munich–Regensburg railway line and is part of the Munich Transport and Tariff Association (MVV). Approximate journey times are listed as 35 minutes from Munich Central Station and twelve minutes from Landshut; actual journey times may vary. Check current connections and fares before travelling.

Cycling routes and scenery in Moosburg

The Isar Cycle Route and the Ammer-Amper Cycle Route meet in Moosburg and connect to the surrounding local recreation areas. The floodplain forests, including the Isarauen Nature Reserve, lie south of the town and are a popular destination for cyclists and day-trippers. The floodplain forests and green spaces around Moosburg are also suitable for extended walks and leisurely bike rides.

The description of the cycling routes refers to connections to local recreation areas; the information about walks and leisurely bike rides refers to the floodplain forests and green spaces around the town. This can help you decide whether to plan a longer bike ride or spend time among Moosburg’s green spaces.

A municipal assessment of the cycling network from July 2017 lists the 1,000-metre rural section of the FS16 between the town boundary and Oberambach as an unprotected route. Check the current conditions on this section before cycling.

Culture and history in Moosburg

Moosburg’s sights include the Stalag-Neustadt Museum, a local history museum and several memorial sites related to the history of the former STALAG VII A and the history of the war. The town’s local history museum displays an extensive collection at the former Klostermädchenschule on Kastulusplatz, covering the period from prehistoric times to the modern era. The collection includes, among other things, prehistory and early history, town history, trade, crafts, agriculture and folk art.

St. Kastulus Minster in Moosburg was formerly a collegiate foundation. The minster houses a carved high altar by Hans Leinberger, created by the Landshut sculptor in 1511. If you would like to include the altar in your itinerary, check visiting arrangements in advance.

Moosburg’s historic old town also offers shops and weekly markets to browse. This complements the museums and memorial sites with the option of combining your stay with a stroll through town.

Advent and historic routes

The Moosburg Christmas Market in the wider destination of Moosburg a.d.Isar takes place every year on the second and third weekends of Advent at the Zehentstadel. If you are planning your trip around the market, check the dates for the relevant year before booking.

A trial pilgrimage route ran from Enghausen via Mauern, Scheckenhofen, Oberambach and Feldkirchen to the minster in Moosburg.

For the wider travel overview: Moosburg an der Isar.