Wernau (Neckar): Nature, Culture and Special Discoveries
Accommodation in Wernau
There are several sides to discover in Wernau (Neckar): protected landscapes in the Neckar Valley, a renaturalised stream, routes for hiking and cycling, and cultural sites with very different stories. This lets you choose whether to focus your trip on nature, outdoor activities or local history. When choosing a holiday apartment, it is worth considering which of these aspects you would particularly like to experience during your stay.
Ensemble der Pfarrkirche St. Erasmus (Wernau) mit dem ehemaligen Schloss Pfauhausen der Herren von Wernau
Photo: Ein Wernauer via Source, CC BY 4.0
Landscape between the Neckar Valley and the city
The “Wernauer Baggerseen” nature reserve is located in the Neckar Valley. The Wernauer Lehmgrube nature reserve offers a different geographical setting: this 5.5-hectare biotope is situated above the Ziegelei residential area. The small Bodenbach river provides another distinctive feature. It winds through Wernau, and much of its course has been renaturalised. The valley, the city and the area above Ziegelei give you different points of reference for discovering Wernau through its nature and landscape.
There are also different options for getting active. Wernau has eight circular hiking trails, with stated walking times ranging from one to three and a half hours. This range can help you fit a hike around your other plans for the day. Separate from these trails is the extensive, well-developed network of cycling and hiking paths that runs through Wernau and the surrounding area. The circular routes are described by their walking times, while the wider network is defined by its routes through the city and surrounding area. Check local route information before setting out.
Cultural sites and experiences
Palm'sche Castle in Wernau dates back to the 18th century. A different cultural feature is provided by the two metre-high figures at the entrances to Wernau’s town square. They are works by Wernau artist Robert Cmarik. At the Junkers Museum, technical objects are the focus of a guided tour, which includes a calorimeter, a shower ring and a bathtub with a freestanding hot-water heater.
The Quadrium in Wernau offers a sauna area, a hammam, massages, a day spa and an indoor swimming pool. For current services and access information, check with the operator before visiting. The castle, public art, museum tour and Quadrium cater to very different interests. You can weigh these options against one another when planning, rather than organising your stay around just one type of outing.
Match your preferred destinations with the location of a holiday apartment, and take the stated walking times into account when choosing circular trails. This way, you can focus your search on the experiences that matter for your trip without treating different places and offerings as if they were the same.
Discover Wernau in the wider region
The wider destination of Esslingen is shaped by six landscapes in the Esslingen district: Schurwald, Schönbuch, Fildern, the Neckar Valley, the foothills of the Swabian Alb and the Albtrauf escarpment. The district’s landscape is also characterised by its traditional orchards, which include 1.5 million fruit trees. Its towns and municipalities offer sights, local highlights and festivals with long-standing traditions. This broader context adds further topics to Wernau’s specific natural and cultural sites that may interest you as you plan your trip.
Discover more destinations
If you would like to explore other places: Neuhausen Auf Den Fildern, Weilheim An Der Teck, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Aichtal, Neuenhaus, Wendlingen, Filderstadt, Deizisau.
For the overview of the wider destination: Esslingen.
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