Eberbach Goes Hiking

From April through October, the town of Eberbach offers guided hikes led by hiking guide Dr. Susanna Büchner. The joy of hiking together is combined with information about the geological, cultural, and historical highlights of the hike. Various route lengths are available, ranging from 3.5 to 6 hours (10 to 20 km). A tour lasting up to 3.5 hours costs €5 per person; a tour lasting 4 hours or more costs €10 per person; train or bus fares may apply. Registration and payment information are available at the Eberbach Tourist Information Office, tel. 06271 – 87242 or tourismus@eberbach.de; tickets can also be booked online at the Eber Ticket Shop www.eber-ticket-shop.de. Lindach – Neckargerach (Neckarsteig with 2 castles), (approx. 17 km / 6–7 hours) After a short train ride to Lindach and crossing the Rockenau lock, we hike along the Neckarsteig from Lindach to Neckargerach. We pass the Wilden Weibelstein, the romantic Reihersee, and two imposing castle ruins: Stolzeneck Castle (Eberbach-Rockenau) and Minneburg (Neunkirchen-Neckarkatzenbach). From Minneburg, we head directly to the Neckar Bridge and the Neckargerach train station. Before heading back, there is an opportunity to stop at the “Roter Emu,” a pastry shop and bistro that also houses a salt and pepper shaker museum. **Difficulty:** moderate (approx. 600 m elevation gain, sure-footedness required) **Meeting point:** Eberbach train station at 9:45 a.m.