Best river trails in Esslingen am Neckar

Picturesque, varied loop near Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. This wonderful loop leads over the Ailenberg through the forests and vineyards near Obertürkheim. The views of the idyllic landscape and the Neckar are always inspiring. There are opportunities to stop for refreshments along the way. The start is at Stuttgart-Obertürkheim railway station. Highlights of the tour: - marvellous vineyards - St Catherine's linden tower - Local history exhibition - Burial chapel with visitor centre

This route leads through the picturesque vineyards of Stuttgart's Neckar Valley up to one of the region's most important monuments. The route climbs steadily through the vineyards of Untertürkheim and Rotenberg, mostly on paved vineyard paths. A central highlight is the burial chapel on Württemberg Hill, which King Wilhelm I had built as a token of love for his wife Katharina, who died young. The monumental rotunda offers an impressive 360-degree view over Stuttgart, the Neckar Valley and as...

The tour leads once around the Katharinenlinde and starts at the Katharinenquelle. According to legend, in the 4th century St. Catherine refused to worship pagan deities here. A linden tree was planted upside down to show whether paganism or Christianity were true. According to legend, the roots began to green and the linden tree grew. The current one, however, was planted in the 19th century because the previous one was felled by a storm.

A Journey Through History This route invites visitors to explore the medieval streets of Esslingen am Neckar at their own pace. The path winds past colorful half-timbered houses that have lined these roads for hundreds of years. You will come across the Old Town Hall, known for its beautiful Renaissance front and special clock. The "Burg" (castle) sits high on the hill above, creating a scenic backdrop for the journey. Because some parts of the old town use historic cobblestones, the surface...