Sauldorf: Gravel Pits and Railway Line
Accommodation in Sauldorf
Sauldorf is a destination for travellers who want to combine time by the water with a thoughtfully planned journey. The four Sauldorf gravel pit lakes and the five former Schwackenreute gravel pit lakes lie in a row within the municipality. This sequence makes the lakes a specific consideration when choosing where to stay: if picnics and swimming breaks are part of your holiday plans, Sauldorf may be a good choice. The historic railway line offers another aspect to consider when planning. You can weigh up whether a stay by the lakes should be the main focus or whether you would also like to explore the cultural and natural attractions of the broader travel destination of Sigmaringen.
Lakes and Travel to Sauldorf
One of the former Schwackenreute gravel pit lakes is designated as a bathing lake. A shady meadow is suitable for picnics and swimming breaks. If you plan to make this a focus of your holiday, check the local conditions before your visit. The four Sauldorf gravel pit lakes and the five former Schwackenreute gravel pit lakes form a single row within the municipality; the bathing lake designation applies to one of the former Schwackenreute lakes.
The historic railway line between Radolfzell, Stockach, Sauldorf, Meßkirch and Mengen was reactivated in July 2021. If you are considering travelling by train, check the latest passenger information for your specific journey before departure. When choosing a holiday apartment, you can factor your preferred mode of travel and the current connection into your plans.
Sigmaringen: Hiking Country and City History
The broader travel destination of Sigmaringen offers its own landscape and activity highlights. Sigmaringen lies in the Upper Danube Nature Park on the edge of the Swabian Alb; the Danube flows there through a landscape shaped by towering cliffs and forests. The five Sigmaringen Premium Hiking Trails, DonauFelsenLäufe, run through the Danube Valley, the Schmeien Valley and the Lauchert Valley. This offers a way to distinguish between the focus of your holiday: Sauldorf is all about lakes and swimming breaks, while Sigmaringen offers different natural experiences, with hiking trails and rocky landscapes.
Sigmaringen’s history also shapes the town. Sigmaringen Castle developed from a medieval fortress into a princely residence and is considered the town’s landmark. Guided tours of the castle cover almost 1,000 years of the history of the House of Hohenzollern; the castle also has a private arms collection of around 3,000 objects. Check the latest tour details before visiting. The old town lies at the foot of Hohenzollern Castle. The Round Tower was built as a defensive tower in the old town fortifications and was converted into a local history museum in 1970. The Round Tower Local History Museum is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm; check the opening hours before your visit.
The Sigmaringen weekly market is another highlight of the broader travel destination. It offers regional baked goods, meat and sausages, fruit and vegetables, cheese, olive oil and honey. Exploring regional produce adds a culinary dimension to the natural and historical attractions.
Discover more destinations: Mengen, Ostrach, Beuron, Leibertingen, Wald, Sigmaringendorf, Pfullendorf, Bad Saulgau.
For the broader travel overview: Sigmaringen.
