Zollernalbkreis, Administrative district in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Description
Zollernalbkreis is an administrative district in Baden-Württemberg located between the Swabian Alb and the Danube River. The region comprises twenty-five municipalities with Balingen as its administrative center and Albstadt and Hechingen as major urban areas.
History
The district was formed in 1973 from the merger of the former Balingen and Hechingen districts. This combination brought together the administrative heritage of both areas into a single unified region.
Culture
The area preserves Swabian dialect and regional customs throughout daily life, with the Hohenzollern black-and-white checkered pattern representing local identity in symbols and traditions. These elements connect residents to their shared heritage and local pride.
Practical
The district is best explored by car, as the municipalities are spread across the area and public transport between smaller towns may be limited. Planning your route ahead helps you visit the various towns and landscapes efficiently.
Did you know?
The Dreibannmarke near Heuberg marks a historic location where the borders of Württemberg, Baden, and Hohenzollern once met. This spot held practical importance for merchants and craftspeople navigating different legal systems and trade zones.
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Hohenzollern Castle
5.1 km
Lemberg
20.1 km
Karlshöhle and Bärenhöhle
23 km
Pumpwerk Onstmettingen
5.1 km
Nebelhöhle
26 km
Haigerloch nuclear pile
13.3 kmWalzmühle
19.5 km
Plettenberg
12.1 kmZollernalb-Kaserne
11.7 km
Traumland Bärenhöhle
23.1 km
Hohenzollern
5.1 km
Kirchberg convent
17 km
Muttereiche
9.5 km
Lochen
9.4 km
Zollernschloss
6.2 kmRömisches Freilichtmuseum Hechingen-Stein
10.3 km
Schlosskirche Haigerloch
13.4 km
Zeller Horn
4.7 km
Schloss Haigerloch
13.7 km
Schloß Lindich
9 km
Dreifürstenstein
12.9 km
Wallfahrtskirche Maria Zell
5.2 kmHeidentor
19 km
Villa Eugenia
7.5 km
Schalksburg
5.5 kmSchlichemtalsperre
14.7 km
Theater Lindenhof
17.7 km
Oberhohenberg
18.4 km
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