Waal: Singold Spring, History and Theatre Culture
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Waal reveals its character through the Singold spring, the historic old town and a distinctive theatrical history. In the shallow hollow on the edge of the Allgäu landscape, connections to the surrounding countryside meet architectural and local history. St. Anna, Waal Castle and the Passion Play Theatre represent different cultural themes; the Waal circular hiking trail starts at the Singold spring. If you are planning a trip, you can weigh up local history, countryside and the regional options in the Ostallgäu.
The Singold, the Hollow and the Circular Hiking Trail
The Singold rises in Waal. The Waal circular hiking trail starts at the Singold spring in Waal, a village known for its Passion Play. If you include the trail in your day’s plans, check local conditions before setting out. At the Singold by the market square, a water-treading facility serves as a stopping point for many families. This brings together different ways of enjoying the water: the start of a circular hiking trail at the spring and a family-friendly stopping point by the market square.
Church, Old Town and Castle
St. Anna Parish Church brings together several periods of architectural history. It probably dates from the 14th century; between 1470 and 1510 it was remodelled and given a three-aisled hall. The term describes how the church interior is divided into three aisles and illustrates the structural changes made during the remodelling. The tower was heightened in the Baroque period. The bell also offers a distinct historical connection: it was made by Gregor Löffler, an Innsbruck cannon and bell founder who served the Free Imperial City of Augsburg between 1524 and 1544.
Waal’s historic old town is designated both as the Waal ensemble and as an archaeological monument. Waal Castle stands beside the market square and is the residence of the princely House of von der Leyen. These two points of interest offer different perspectives: the old town is notable for its designation as an ensemble and archaeological monument, while the castle is the residence of the princely house.
Theatre, Market and Regional Culture
The Waal Passion Play Theatre is associated with a theatre production that has a specific premiere date: Manfred Dempf’s play “Who Do You Say I Am?” premiered there in 2023. A total of 8,300 guests attended 20 performances in 2023. The title poses a question about perception and attribution; the figures give the attendance and number of performances for that year.
The Waal Arts and Crafts Market is another cultural highlight. It attracts large crowds and is known well beyond the district boundaries. In July, the market offers a special selection of culinary treats. If you would like to make the market the occasion for a trip, check the specific event dates in advance.
The Ostallgäu as a Wider Setting
The wider travel destination of Ostallgäu opens up a broader landscape. In the southwest, the mountains in the Ostallgäu district are part of the Vilser Mountains, and in the southeast they belong to the Ammer Mountains. At 2,082 metres, Hochplatte is the highest mountain in the Ostallgäu. Forggensee also makes its own mark on the landscape: at more than 15 km², it is Bavaria’s fifth-largest lake and Germany’s largest reservoir.
In the Ostallgäu, the Forggensee Cycle Route runs around the lake. Forggensee boat trips operate regularly during the summer season; if you are planning a trip, check the timetable in advance.
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