Discover Süßen: Industrial Heritage, Culture and Routes

Industrial Heritage at the Mühlkanal

The Mühlkanal was once a source of energy through water power. Its historic waterwheel illustrates Süßen’s industrial heritage and makes the town’s former energy production tangible through a concrete example. Those interested in technology and local history will find a special connection here to the development of the town. The waterwheel also offers an easy way for travel companions to start a conversation: they can talk about how water was once used as a source of energy, without needing any specialist knowledge.

The Zehntscheuer stands in the historic town centre, surrounded by the Mühlkanal. Since its restoration in 1987, it has been used for music events, talks, theatre, seminars and other events. Its role therefore extends beyond a single type of event. Since 1996, the Süßen Kleinkunsttage have been held regularly at the Zehntscheuer in November, featuring cabaret, shows, comedy cabaret and music. This variety gives culture enthusiasts several reasons to keep the event programme in mind when planning their trip; November is the regular time specified for the Kleinkunsttage.

Frescoes and Local History

The Neue Marienkirche in Süßen preserves frescoes by the artist Alois Schenk from Schwäbisch Gmünd. The chronology of their restoration is noteworthy: the frescoes have been in the church since 1929, were partially painted over in white during the 1971 renovation, and were uncovered again in 2006. Both the art and the changing ways it has been treated over time are therefore part of the town’s history. Those interested in church art can include this aspect in their explorations.

The Süßen Town Archive also offers guided tours on various topics in local history. This provides another way to explore the town, complementing its art and industrial heritage: rather than focusing on a single building, a guided tour centres on the history of the town. The topics that interest you can help guide your trip planning.

Cycling Routes and Outdoor Activities

The Industrial Heritage Route passes through Süßen, where cyclists and hikers can discover numerous stops along the way. The Filstal Cycle Route is around 70 kilometres long and often runs close to the River Fils. Its course is almost identical to that of the Industrial Heritage Route, which also passes through Süßen. The approximate length of the Filstal Cycle Route may be relevant when planning a bike ride, while the Industrial Heritage Route is also of interest to hikers. Depending on how you would like to get around and how interested you are in the industrial heritage stops, you can decide which route you would like to explore further.

As another town facility, the renovated indoor swimming pool has a stainless-steel pool, modernised sanitary facilities and new technical equipment. These features describe the pool’s amenities and add another place connected with water to the picture of Süßen. Together with the Mühlkanal, they offer two distinct points of interest: the former use of water power here, and an indoor swimming pool with upgraded facilities there. These interests can help you prioritise what you would like to do during your stay when choosing a holiday apartment in Süßen, without implying anything about individual accommodations.

If you would like to view other town pages, you can also find Hattenhofen, Böhmenkirch, Aichelberg, Ebersbach An Der Fils, Hohenstadt, Rechberghausen, Wiesensteig and Albershausen here.

For the broader travel overview: Göppingen.