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Salach—The Middle Ages Meet Industrial Culture.
The town of Salach, with a population of about 8,000, is situated in a scenic location in the heart of the Filstal valley and is a modern, vibrant community with well-established infrastructure. In Salach, local recreation and leisure activities begin right on your doorstep. The picturesque landscape is perfect for walking, hiking, and biking. In addition, the family-friendly Schachenmayr outdoor pool—featuring a sports pool and a wading pool, along with a spacious play and sunbathing area—promises pure relaxation during the summer months. A sufficient number of playgrounds, as well as sports fields and tennis courts, round out the offerings. A diverse range of clubs and cultural activities offers numerous interesting opportunities for young and old alike. Numerous restaurants, lodging facilities, retail stores, and shopping centers ensure comprehensive local amenities within easy reach.
Staufeneck Castle, with its striking round tower, is Salach’s landmark, visible from afar, and is home to one of the state’s leading restaurants and hotels. In the town itself, the impressive spinning mill building of the former Schachenmayr company bears witness to Salach’s long industrial history.
Municipality of Salach
Rathausplatz 1 | 73084 Salach
07162 4008-0 |info@salach.de|www.salach.de
Author’s recommendation
- Staufeneck Castle
- Salach’s Industrial History
- Schachenmayr Housing Development
- Schachenmayr Outdoor Pool
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Castle Hotel StaufeneckCastle restaurant "oifach andersch"
Gaststätte Bagira
S'Hoflädle - Blessing family / Deißenhof
Latinum by Asteri kouzina
Safety information
When it's wet, some trails can be slippery and dangerous. Watch your step and use hiking poles for stability if necessary.
Tips and suggestions
Respectful Coexistence in the Göppingen District.
Code of Conduct:
- Respect trail closures and the quiet zones established in the recreational trail plan.
- Leave no trace—such as trash or animal waste—and treat the trails with care.
- Be proactive and considerate. Adapt your behavior to the situation at hand. Safety comes first.
- Respect other users of the woods and countryside.
- Be considerate of animals and plants.
- Plan ahead and make the most of daylight. Try to avoid the morning and evening twilight hours.
- Observe the ban on entering agricultural land during the growing season.
- Stay on marked trails and avoid forest edges; this helps wildlife become more accustomed to people.
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Roadbook
Both the Staufeneck and Bärenbach loops start at the Stauferlandhalle and lead up to Staufeneck.
After the climb, for a small fee, you can ascend the tower and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Göppingen district. On clear days, the view stretches across the foothills of the Alps all the way to the Stuttgart TV Tower and extends from the Teck to the Hohenstaufen.
The trail winds through lush, near-natural beech forests along the Geißrücken ridge. It’s worth taking a look at the trail’s edge here, as you can discover various beautiful grasses and flowers depending on the season. Occasionally, riders from nearby farms can be seen.
The two loops diverge at the road connecting Salach and Ottenbach. The trail follows this road downhill, past the Etzberg and Schafhof farms. After a short while, we reach the hamlet of Bärenbach, where the chapel at the entrance to the village welcomes us. Right next to the chapel stands Bärenbach’s oldest building, the Deisenhof barn—an Alemannic half-timbered structure dating from 1500.
We pass through the quiet hamlet toward Bärenhöfle and cross the Bärenbach bridge at the dip in the road. The trail leads us through the forest and across meadows, past a wayside cross, and steeply uphill. After turning right, we reach the Kapfhof and enjoy magnificent views of the Hohenstaufen and, later, across the Filstal valley all the way to the Teck. Through a forest, we return to the starting point of the tour, the Stauferlandhalle.
Staufeneck Castle
Castle Hotel Staufeneck
Castle restaurant "oifach andersch"
Staufeneck hiking parking lot
Gaststätte Bagira
Bärenbach Chapel (St. Ottilia and Lucia Chapel)
S'Hoflädle - Blessing family / Deißenhof
Latinum by Asteri kouzina
Schachenmayr outdoor pool
Antonius Chapel
Public transport
Take the MEX 16 from Stuttgart or Ulm to Salach. Alternatively, take bus line 941 to the "Salach Staufeneckschule" stop.You can find the district bus schedule at: www.vvs.de/fahrplan
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Directions
Salach is easily accessible via the B 10. Coming from Göppingen, follow the B 10 toward Geislingen an der Steige and take the Salach exit. Coming from Geislingen, follow the B 10 toward Göppingen and take the Salach exit.Parking
Parking is available at the starting point.Coordinates
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Equipment
Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. A backpack with water, snacks, and a first-aid kit is recommended.
Human-created
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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