The highest point of the Bu1 circular walk, “Around Kirchberg,” is at Schafhausplatz, at 940 m above sea level. Together with the old rectory, which is part of Bubsheim’s historical heritage, this provides two concrete points of interest for a stay: the circular walk and the town’s history.
Bubsheim: Circular Walk and Local History
Schafhausplatz is the highest point of the Bu1 circular walk. The elevation of 940 m above sea level gives you a clear topographic reference point as you explore the circular walk and the town. At 940 m above sea level, the highest point of the Bu1 circular walk is at Schafhausplatz.
The old rectory represents another side of Bubsheim: it is part of the town’s historical heritage. Together with the circular walk, it offers a way to explore the town that takes in both a specific point along the route and a historic building. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Bubsheim, these local features can help you decide what interests you about the destination.
The Regional Setting: Tuttlingen District
The wider destination of Tuttlingen broadens the view beyond Bubsheim to the district. It covers a total area of 734.4 square kilometres and extends across the southwestern foothills of the Swabian Alb, parts of the Baar region, and the valley of the Young Danube.
The northern part of the district is home to juniper heaths and the region known as the “10-Tausender”: ten mountains there rise above 1,000 metres. White limestone cliffs rise above the Danube Valley. Other scenic highlights of the district include the Danube Gorge and Höwenegg, a volcanic crater. Together, these regional examples showcase a variety of landscapes, from heathland and mountains to cliffs and a crater.
Outdoor Experiences and Trails in the District
The Danube Sinkhole between Immendingen, Möhringen, Tuttlingen and Fridingen can look different from day to day. Depending on the water flow, there may be plenty of water, completely dry sections or areas where only a little water flows. This natural phenomenon therefore never looks quite the same. Separate from this is the “Donauversinkung” premium hiking trail, part of the DonauWellen trails, which runs between Tuttlingen-Möhringen and Immendingen. Similar names refer to two different experiences here: a natural phenomenon and a hiking trail. Check route conditions before setting out on a hike.
The final section of the Albsteig also offers a distinctive route through the district: it passes over Rußberg, Bettelmannskeller and Nonnehöhle near Wurmlingen, leading directly to Tuttlingen. Another option is the “Rock & Roll Tour” in Tuttlingen-Nendingen. This two-kilometre walking and hiking route is largely barrier-free and fully wheelchair-accessible; check local conditions before your visit.
For climbers, the climbing areas at Rabenfels in the Bäratal between the “Mister Wendl” and “Gebrüderweg” routes are open from 1 August to 31 December. As access is limited to a specific period, check the current regulations before visiting. In Geisingen, the Arena offers a 30,000-square-metre outdoor area with a road course, beer garden, slacklining, a beach volleyball court and other activities. Access may vary.
Culture and History in the Region
Those interested in historic buildings will find a variety of ways to explore the subject in Tuttlingen District. The Neuhausen ob Eck Open-Air Museum displays 25 historic buildings that were dismantled at their original locations, moved there and restored to their original condition. In Fridingen, the upper floors of the KĂĽnstlerhaus Scharf Eck house a museum dedicated to Hans Bucher, the painter of the Danube Valley; his life and work are presented across three floors.
The Museum Oberes Donautal in Ifflinger Castle focuses on different subjects. Its permanent exhibitions cover the town’s history and the history of its rule, archaeology, carnival traditions and more recent history; there are also changing special exhibitions. For a visit centred on contemporary events, the Tuttlinger Honberg-Sommer is another option: this annual festival takes place in the ruins of Honberg Castle and attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year. Check event dates when planning your visit.
Discover more destinations: Königsheim, Balgheim, Neuhausen Ob Eck, Rietheim-Weilheim, Renquishausen, Spaichingen, Irndorf, Frittlingen
Go to the main travel overview: Tuttlingen.
