Rommelshausen brings together different traces of history and regional cuisine: the Protestant parish church of St. Mauritius, the Villa Rustica and the Römerhof wine tavern each represent a different side of the town. The Kernenturm Trail, with its wet meadows and views from the Kernenturm, is another highlight to consider when planning your visit. You can find more things to do in the wider destination of Kernen im Remstal.
Church history and Roman remains
The Protestant parish church of St. Mauritius in Rommelshausen was rebuilt in 1843/44. Its old tower choir dates from the 14th century and features frescoes. The parish itself was first mentioned in 1275. These dates refer to different aspects: the earliest recorded mention of the parish, the medieval tower choir and the later rebuilding of the church. This makes it possible to trace the history of St. Mauritius across several periods.
Another historical highlight is the Villa Rustica Rommelshausen, a Roman farmstead dating from around 180 AD. The site includes a well-preserved cellar. Here, the focus shifts much further back in time than at the parish church: while St. Mauritius brings together different chapters in the history of the parish, the tower choir and the rebuilding, the Villa Rustica takes you back to Roman times. The cellar is a tangible surviving feature of this historic site.
Wine and regional cuisine
The Römerhof wine tavern, run by the Lederer winery in Kernen-Rommelshausen, pairs wine with regional cuisine. The menu features typical dishes served at wine taverns, including a platter of assorted pork cuts and other dishes featuring veal and pork. It also lists breaded schnitzel with a side dish, as well as daily specials. The Römerhof therefore offers a culinary counterpoint to the historical sights, with wine and a selection of hearty regional dishes at its heart.
Hiking route and views
The Kernenturm Trail passes through the wet meadows of the Esslinger Weg biotope. The 27 m-high Kernenturm stands along the route, offering views across the Schurwald, the Rems and Neckar valleys, and as far as the Swabian Jura. The published route details provide specific guidance for planning your hike: the trail is 9.9 km long, with 251 m of ascent and 251 m of descent, and a stated duration of 2:51 hours. Published route information may change, so check the details again before setting out.
More destinations in Kernen im Remstal
Further attractions in the wider destination of Kernen im Remstal complement the themes of Rommelshausen. The ducal Kugelbahn marble run in Kernen is more than 800 metres long; the route is around 1.5 kilometres. In Kernen-Stetten, the KUNSTvollAUTOMAT on St.-Pierre-Platz in the village centre sells small works of art, including drawings, paintings, word art, photographs and small sculptures.
There are also more options for outdoor activities and wine: the climbing garden of the Remstal district group of the German Alpine Club (DAV) lies above Stetten, surrounded by woodland and vineyards. Its sheltered location allows climbing almost all year round. From Weinstadt, the Remstal Cycle Route follows a loop through wine country via Kernen and Fellbach to Remseck am Neckar. In summer and late summer, Y-Burg provides the setting for the annual Culinary Wine Trail, small-scale theatre performances and traditional wine tastings hosted by Stetten’s winegrowers.
The attractions make it easy to choose a focus: St. Mauritius and the Villa Rustica explore different chapters of local history, while the Römerhof offers wine and regional cuisine. The Kernenturm Trail complements these themes with a route profile in figures; the attractions mentioned in Kernen im Remstal offer further options for culture, outdoor activities and wine.
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