Kalteneck Castle🏰 castle
A medieval moated castle that serves as a venue for cultural events and weddings.
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💡 Tips
- Use the Schönbuchbahn train for a relaxed arrival and trips to the surrounding area, avoiding car traffic.
- The Schönbuch Nature Park is right next to the town, handy for long hikes or morning bike rides.
- Pay attention to parking rules in the town center; a parking disc (Parkscheibe) is often required.
- Try regional Swabian specialties at the weekly market around the town hall square.
- A stroll through the historic streets reveals a characterful mix of tradition and modernity.
🍽 Food
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Swabian Maultaschen
Often homemade in traditional inns in the center, served in broth or pan-fried with onions.
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Zwiebelrostbraten
A hearty classic, ideally served with Spätzle, found in regional restaurants.
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Fresh Pretzels
Visit a local bakery on the main street for an authentic Swabian breakfast.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Weekly Market
Here you can find fresh, regional produce directly from farmers in the Schönbuch area.
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Local Craft Shops
The side streets in the center offer small shops selling regional products.
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Schönbuch Clearing
A vast, natural area on the edge of the forest, well-suited for taking a deep breath.
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Town Park
A green oasis in the town, well suited for a short break on a bench.
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Holzgerlingen is situated on the so-called Schönbuch plateau in the heart of Baden-Württemberg. The town has evolved from a formerly agricultural village into a modern industrial hub without losing its characterful character. Geographically, Holzgerlingen benefits from its location on the edge of the Schönbuch Nature Park, a vast forested area that serves as a prime recreation destination for the entire Stuttgart region. Historically, the town is closely linked to Kalteneck Castle, a 16th-century moated castle that now hosts various cultural events. The town is also a significant transport hub: the Schönbuchbahn railway efficiently connects Holzgerlingen with the neighboring industrial centers of Böblingen and Sindelfingen, homes to global corporations like Mercedes-Benz. Holzgerlingen itself features a large industrial estate that attracts many medium-sized enterprises. Despite its economic growth, great emphasis is placed on the quality of life, reflected in its numerous recreational facilities and active community life.
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Top sights: Kalteneck Castle · St. Maurice Church · Schönbuch Nature Park
- Nearby: Böblingen (5 km)
- Population: ~13.841
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 80 | 61 | 68 | 59 | 100 | 87 | 96 | 92 | 66 | 77 | 72 | 85 |
Geography
Facts
- First mentioned in the year 1007
- Main landmark: The moated Kalteneck Castle
- Connection to the Schönbuchbahn railway line
- Elevation: approximately 476 meters above sea level
- Municipal area: 13.39 square kilometers
- Part of the European Metropolitan Region of Stuttgart
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Holzgerlingen located?
Holzgerlingen is located in Baden-Württemberg, right on the edge of the Schönbuch Nature Park.
What can you do in the Schönbuch Nature Park?
There are numerous hiking and cycling trails, as well as the observation tower on the Stellberg.
Does Holzgerlingen have a historical old town?
The cityscape is modern, but the Mauritius Church is an important historical monument.
Are there local festivals?
The annual town festival in summer attracts many visitors from the region.
How to reach the city?
With the Schönbuchbahn railway, Holzgerlingen is well connected to Böblingen and Stuttgart.
Holzgerlingen: where is it located?
Holzgerlingen is located in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Holzgerlingen: what is there to see?
Highlights include Kalteneck Castle, St. Maurice Church, Schönbuch Nature Park.
Holzgerlingen: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Holzgerlingen: why is it worth visiting?
Holzgerlingen is situated on the so-called Schönbuch plateau in the heart of Baden-Württemberg.
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