Castle Tour Loop Trail

Starting at Hirschplatz in Faurndau and passing the collegiate church—a gem of the Romantic era—the circular hiking trail continues on to Filseck Castle, which offers a fantastic view of the Fil Valley. The former castle complex dates back to the Staufer era, and the surrounding landscape park is an ideal place to relax and explore nature. The Schlossschänke is a great spot to stop for a break before continuing down the valley past Lake Charlottensee to Jebenhausen. Those interested can visit the Natural History Museum and the Jewish Museum. Along the way, we pass another cultural highlight, Liebenstein Castle, which is still home to a branch of the Liebenstein family. We now leave Jebenhausen via the Waldeckhof. On the way toward Faurndau, you’ll catch a unique panoramic view of Göppingen before heading back through the Öde Forest toward Faurndau.

Good to know:

In the 19th century, Jebenhausen had one of the largest Jewish communities in Baden-Württemberg. This was made possible by a letter of protection issued in 1777 by the local rulers at the time, the Lords of Liebenstein. At one point, the Jewish population nearly matched the size of the Christian population. Even before the Nazi era, the Jewish community had shrunk significantly due to emigration. The exact history of the Jews in Jebenhausen can be explored at the Jewish Museum.