Anniversary route, Wäschenbeuren

The Anniversary Route was established in 2002 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Wäschenbeuren local group of the Swabian Alb Association. The hike starts at the school car park and leads into the village center. In the town hall quarter there is a library and a café, which are located directly at the town hall fountain. The fountain impressively tells the story of Beuremer.

Off the hiking route stands the old train station, which served as a stop on the railway line between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Göppingen from 1912. This line, colloquially known as the "Josefle" Hohenstaufen railway, was closed in 1984 due to economic difficulties.

The route continues through idyllic countryside and past orchards towards Wäscher Castle and the Wäscher farm, followed by a visit to the forest playground. On the way back, the route leads over Galgenberg, which once served as the execution site of the Wäschenbeuren manor, back to the starting point.

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

Some paths can be slippery and dangerous when wet. Watch your step and use walking sticks for stability if necessary.

Take RE 5 or MEX 16 from Stuttgart or Ulm to Göppingen station. From there, bus lines X93, 931 and 932 run to Wäschenbeuren to the "Marktplatz" stop. Your route starts on foot about 5 minutes away from the stop.

You can find the circular timetable at: www.vvs.de/fahrplan

Respectful togetherness in the Göppingen district.

Code of conduct:

Respect path closures and the quiet zones developed in the recreational trail concept. Leave no traces such as litter or animal droppings; treat your path with care. Act prudently and considerately. Adapt your behavior to the situation. Safety comes first. Respect other users of forest and fields. Be considerate of animals and plants. Plan ahead and use daylight. Try to avoid dawn and dusk. Observe the prohibition of entering agricultural areas during the growing season. Stay on designated paths and avoid forest edges, so wild animals can get used to humans better.

 More information at ruecksicht-macht-wege-breiter.de

Wäscher Castle

Castle from the 13th century with a hexagonal wall, a half-timbered house from the 15th century and guided tours.