Ubstadt-Weiher offers nature trails, insights into wine, Roman history and opportunities to relax by the water. The different attractions can help you choose where to stay: the nature trail in Zeutern combines scenery with nature-study stops, the wine trail introduces grape varieties, and Stettfeld offers two points of interest: a Roman trail and the history of its Roman settlement. The Kraich Cycle Route and the Hardtsee leisure centre round out the options.

Sunken lanes, woods and nature study

The nature trail in the district of Zeutern is about 4 km long. It passes through three sunken lanes and along the edge of the woods; along the way, there are views towards the Rhine plain and over orchards. Eighteen information boards cover geology, flora, fauna and ecology. The trail therefore combines scenery with nature-related topics and makes a suitable family outing in nature.

The Sunken Lane and Hilltop Circular Trail includes the nature trail as well as Hirschhohle and Hochberghohle. Rest areas are located at St. Paul's Chapel and at the Eisengrubenwald barbecue area, which also has a playground. The overlap is useful when choosing a route: the nature trail is part of this walk, which extends it to include the two caves and the rest areas mentioned. If you plan to use the rest areas or playground, check their current condition.

Zeutern Wine Trail and Press House

The Zeutern Wine Trail is a circular route that starts and ends at the Zeutern Press House. There are ten information boards among the vines. Each one focuses on a grape variety, describing its characteristics, origins and distinctive features. The wine trail thus has a different focus from the nature trail: here, the subject is individual grape varieties, while the nature trail covers geology, flora, fauna and ecology.

The Press House is Ubstadt's oldest building and was built around 1600 as the tithe press of the Prince-Bishopric of Speyer. Today it serves as a cultural venue and is used for celebrations. The arrangements for use and booking may change.

Roman history in Stettfeld

The In the Footsteps of the Romans circular trail combines a hike with a visit to the Stettfeld Roman Museum. Groups can also arrange guided tours outside opening hours; this requires advance coordination.

Around 120 AD, a Roman settlement was established in the area of present-day Stettfeld. Its inhabitants were predominantly craftsmen and traders.

Cycling route, water and getting there

The Kraich Cycle Route follows the Kraichbach from its source in Sternenfels to an old Rhine canal near Ketsch and reaches the western edge of the Kraichgau in Ubstadt-Weiher. In Stettfeld, the route passes through the Bruch nature reserve alongside the renaturalised Kraichbach. This puts the local section in the context of a longer route.

The Hardtsee leisure centre in Ubstadt-Weiher has a large swimming lake with excellent water quality. The recreational area also includes a spacious sunbathing lawn and activities for relaxation and exercise. Check seasonal access before travelling.

Ubstadt-Weiher has nine S-Bahn stops and 17 bus stops. You can reach the nature trail by taking S-Bahn line S31 to Zeutern station and then walking through the historic village centre. Network details and connections may change; check the current timetables for your travel date.

Discover more destinations: Graben-Neudorf, Gondelsheim, Ettlingen, Waldbronn, Oberderdingen, Stupferich, Marxzell, Forst.

For the main travel overview: Karlsruhe.