Adelberg Mill & Lake Trail

Adelberg is home to the 12th century monastery of the same name. Gothic works of art make the monastery chapel an ecclesiastical gem. The monastery's most famous pupil was Johannes Kepler, who went to school in Adelberg before studying theology.

On a 3 km long route around the Herrenbach reservoir, you can get to know the forest in a playful way and with all your senses. The trail is divided into three adventure areas with twelve stations.

The starting point of the hike is the Adelberger Zachersmühle, a country inn in the valley in the middle of the forest with a beer garden and many cultural events. The trail leads to the Mittelmühle, where Christmas trees have been growing on the hillsides for more than 45 years, and on to the Herrenmühle at the Herrenbach reservoir. The Herrenmühle inn in the valley is the perfect place to take a break from the hectic pace and stress. The highlight of the tour is the idyllic Herrenbach reservoir, which was built in the 1970s as a retention basin for high water. Its location in the Herrenbach valley makes it an important recreational area in the Schurwald. Swimming in the lake is prohibited, as strong underwater currents pose a great danger to swimmers. From the reservoir we go to the village of Adelberg with its old monastery walls and the late Gothic chapel. Through the Heiligenwald forest we return to the starting point at the Zachersmühle, which invites you to a refreshing drink.

No präparated route.

Respectful cooperation in the district of Göppingen.

Code of Conduct:

• Respect trail closures and the quiet zones developed in the recreational trail concept..
• Leave no traces such as müll as well as animal excrement, treat your path with care.
• Act with foresight and consideration. Adapt your behaviour to the respective situation. Safety first.
• Respect other users of the forest and meadows.
• Be considerate of animals and plants.
• Plane in advance and take advantage of daylight. Try to avoid the dawn and dusk.
• Keep an eye out for animals and plants.
• Obey the ban on walking on agricultural land during the growing season.
• Stay on the designated paths and avoid forest edges, so that wild animals can get used to people better.

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