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 on 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. For registration and payment information, please contact the Eberbach Tourist Information Office at Tel. 06271 – 87242 or tourismus@eberbach.de; tickets can also be booked online at the Eber Ticket Shop www.eber-ticket-shop.de. Primeval Forest Trail and Kirchl (Eberbach), (approx. 17 km / 6 hours) From the Eberbach train station, we head along the Neckar promenade to the Neckar Bridge. On the other side of the river, we hike through the forest to Stolzeneck Castle. Following the wild and romantic Primeval Forest Trail, we climb the elevation gain up to the Hebert. At the top, we marvel at the stone cross from 1736 and the Kirchl. This is followed by a descent with several panoramic views, ending at the Eberbach train station. **Difficulty:** moderate (500 m ascent / 420 m descent; sure-footedness required for the primeval forest trail) **Meeting point:** Eberbach train station at 9:45 a.m.