Geislingen: Riedbach, Castle Park and Orchards

Riedbach, the town centre and the views

From the hills around Geislingen, you can enjoy views of the town, the Swabian Alb panorama of the Balinger Berge and Hohenzollern Castle. These hilltop views contrast with the stream running through the town centre: Geislingen can be seen both as a town by the water and in the context of the wider landscape. When planning your stay, you can weigh up whether the townscape and Riedbach or the views from the hills should shape it more. Both offer a clear sense of the perspective you would like to make the focus of your visit.

Castle park and Herrgottshäusle

Geislingen’s castle park was reconstructed as a French garden in the 1980s, following old plans. At the entrance stand the Gabriele lime tree, planted in 1869, and the Franz lime tree, planted in 1879. Their names and planting dates link the park’s history to two specifically identified trees. At the edge of Geislingen, on the road towards Rosenfeld-Isingen, you will also find the Herrgottshäusle, an open wayside chapel featuring a depiction of “Christ and the two thieves.” This gives you a range of places to explore, from a garden whose layout is based on old plans to another landmark at the edge of town.

Orchards and trails

The orchard nature trail is a 2 km circular route that passes the Josefskapelle and leads through the orchards in the Eichberg nature reserve. The trail describes 24 old fruit varieties, including local varieties. In this way, the route combines a clearly defined path with the subject of orchards and the varieties introduced along the way. Check local conditions before setting out. There is also a parking and barbecue area at Kaiserstein, accessible via a gravel path.

Finding your way around town

The Schlossparkbad is located directly behind the castle in the centre of Geislingen. You can reach it via Schlossstraße or Alleenstraße. There is a large car park in front of the Schlossparkhalle. The information locates the swimming pool and names two streets to help you find your way; the car park is specifically in front of the hall. These named places and streets help you get your bearings in this part of town.

Find a holiday apartment that suits your priorities

When looking for a holiday apartment in Geislingen, your preferred pace for the day may be the deciding factor: would you like to focus on the townscape, Riedbach and the castle park, or are you more drawn to the circular trail through the orchards and the views from the hills? These differences can help you decide what matters most to you during your stay. Shape your search around the experiences in Geislingen that interest you most.

Culture in the wider destination of Zollernalbkreis

In the wider destination of Zollernalbkreis, Hohenzollern Castle is a cultural attraction and visitor destination in its own right. The present-day castle is the third fortress on Zollerberg; after its two predecessors were destroyed and fell into disrepair, it was rebuilt between 1850 and 1867. It belongs to the municipality of Bisingen and is located within the boundaries of the district of Zimmern. Its cultural programme includes numerous concerts, family days, open-air cinema and exhibitions. The castle is open to visitors every day and offers a glimpse inside its historic rooms. Check opening hours before visiting.

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