Panoramic Loop Trail

We start the hike at the castle parking lot and, a short time later, find ourselves in the heart of the historic city center. Passing the St. Cyriakus Collegiate Church, we head toward Gießbachstraße and up Hans-Baumeister-Weg, which soon reveals the first breathtaking views of Wiesensteig.

The trail then takes us back to the edge of the town and past the municipal outdoor pool. At the last houses, we head up the old path into the forest, which also takes us along a section of the Wiesensteig Geopath. This trail runs along the Sommerberg, offering views of rock formations millions of years old. The trail then continues through the beech forest up to the Alb plateau. There, we reach the Kreuzkapelle chapel, which offers a fantastic panoramic view, before heading back through the forest to the starting point.

Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. A backpack with water, snacks, and a first-aid kit is recommended.

Wiesensteig is located directly off the A8 Stuttgart-Munich highway: take the Wiesensteig/Mühlhausen exit. From Mühlhausen im Täle, it’s another 4 km to Wiesensteig.

Take the RE 5 or MEX 16 from Stuttgart or Ulm to Geislingen/Steige. From there, take bus line 966 to the "Wiesensteig, Postamt" stop.

Alternatively, take the RE 5 or MEX 16 from Stuttgart or Ulm to Göppingen. From there, bus line 981 also goes to the “Wiesensteig, Postamt” stop.

You can find the district schedule at: www.vvs.de/fahrplan

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 trail with care. Be proactive and considerate. Adapt your behavior to the situation at hand. Safety comes first. Respect other users of the woods and open fields. Be considerate of animals and plants. Plan ahead and make the most of daylight. Try to avoid the early 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 get used to people.

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