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Heidenheim an der Brenz is a city in the Swabian Mountains (German: Schwäbische Alb) near Stuttgart.
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Württembergisches Landesmuseum
operates a branch location in Hellenstein Castle where it placed its Carriage and Chaise Museum
exhibits finds dating back to Roman time.
organizes traveling exhibits. It also displays in permanent exhibit the world's largest and most complete collection of Picasso posters.
Schloß Hellenstein
Located on top of Hellenstein Mountain and overlooking the city, the most important building and landmark of Heidenheim
former parish seat of the city
today cemetery chapel
built for the local Voith company in 1924 is a significant industrial historic landmark.
The little castle is situated at the Brenz river's edge and offers a sight to see for visitors and residents alike.
large wheel, though operation of the mill was halted several years ago.
the old church was torn down in 1841 and replaced with a new, Protestant church built in neo-gothic style. The building was commissioned by Carl Alexander Heideloff who also commissioned Lichtenstein Castle. Lumber was used to build parts of the church because the parish was poor at the time. For the same reason the church tower wasn't built as tall as originally planned. Nonetheless, this church is popular and picturesque and frequently used on postcards.
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By train
Heidenheim is a stop along the Brenz train line that runs from Aalen via Heidenheim to Ulm. The regional train line is also part of Heidenheim's local public transport system.
By car
Heidenheim is located near the Autobahn A 7 just off the Exit Heidenheim and is also easily accessible by car and truck via the federal highways B 19 and B 466 that travers the city.
By bus
By boat
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