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The town of Schlat, with its two local mountains, the Wasserberg and the Fuchseck, is situated in a sheltered location amid the beautiful landscape of the Voralps at the foot of the Swabian Alb.
The community is primarily known for its fruit farming, so along the way you’ll find many farm stands and roadside stalls offering fresh, local produce.
Thanks to the favorable climate and the hard work and ingenuity of the fruit growers, this small community is known far beyond the county borders for its excellent fruit and the delicious products made from it. Whether strawberries, cherries, plums, mirabelle plums, pears, apples, or berries—many farmers and businesses in the community are dedicated to growing these sweet fruits!
In addition, residents and visitors can enjoy a well-developed infrastructure with good transportation links and a vibrant community life. This is particularly evident during the traditional festivals, which are joyfully celebrated together. Along the Albtraufgänger Trail from Fuchseck toward Wasserberg, hikers can enjoy a fantastic view of the Drei Kaiserberge mountains and the Filstal valley.
Municipality of Schlat
Hauptstraße 2 | 73114 Schlat
07161 987397-0 | info@schlat.de | www.schlat.de
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Jörg Geiger Distillery
The demonstration distillery is dedicated to the distillation of a wide variety of old apple and pear varieties from the orchard meadows of the bird sanctuary on the Albtrauf. Guided tours of the distillery, walking tours, and various events take place here, making a visit well worth your while.
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Rest stops
To the happy cowWater mountain house
Log cabin café and snack bar
Taverna Sofia
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 fields.
- 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.
For more information, visit ruecksicht-macht-wege-breiter.de
Roadbook
The “Heiligenbergrunde” loop trail stretches 5.9 kilometers and begins on the eastern outskirts of Schlat. The route circles the Heiligenberg, leading from the “Wetterschiller” field toward Wasserberg and on to the “Loch” field, where it crosses the still-young Weilerbach stream.
Already halfway up, you’ll be treated to a picturesque view of the orchard meadows and the striking Drei Kaiserberge mountains. A large part of the trail runs through dense forest, home to numerous wild animals, before leading back through the idyllic Rommental valley to the village.
Heiligenberg owes its name to a former pilgrimage chapel, known as the “Dollenkirchle.” This chapel, first mentioned in 1537, was dedicated to the “Lieben Frau” (Our Lady) and was donated by a wealthy farmer from Schlater out of gratitude. At times, the chapel was even staffed by a priest. The remains of the foundation walls lie south of the Burgstüble, but today they are overgrown and difficult to make out.
Wegkreuz
Water mountain house
Viewpoint on the Wasserberg
Lower Lochteich
Schlat Rommentaler Straße
Log cabin café and snack bar
Taverna Sofia
Manufactory Jörg Geiger
Public transport
Take the RE 5 or MEX 16 from Stuttgart or Ulm to the Göppingen train station. From there, take bus routes 980 or 984 to the "Schlat Bachstraße" stop.You can find the district bus schedule at: www.vvs.de/fahrplan
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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.
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