Heuss-Tour - around Brackenheim

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Heuss-Tour - around Brackenheim

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Heuss-Tour - around Brackenheim

01:28

23.7km

210m

Cycling

This tour is a declaration of love for wine, vision, and culture! Your adventure through the heart of the wine region begins in Brackenheim – the birthplace of Theodor Heuss. Over a distance of almost 25 kilometers, you'll experience an impressive blend of history, enjoyment, and nature: You'll cycle through idyllic half-timbered villages, past gently rolling vineyards, and savor life through the words of a president who knew what good taste was.

At Zweifelberg, a breathtaking panorama of the hilly countryside opens up before you – perfect for an enjoyable break. And anyone who remembers Heuss's quip: "Anyone who doesn't drink here is too lazy to swallow," will know why this tour through the wine-growing villages is more than just a sporty ride.

Whether you pack a picnic or enjoy a glass of wine at a local tavern – this circular tour promises moments of enjoyment on two wheels.

by Land der 1000 Hügel: Kraichgau-Stromberg

Last updated: October 7, 2025

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Stromberg-Heuchelberg

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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265 m

Brackenheim Castle

Highlight • Castle

Brackenheim Castle in the historic old town of Brackenheim has a varied history spanning over 800 years. The three-winged Renaissance complex developed from a medieval town castle into a representative residential palace and later served as an administrative headquarters as well as the backdrop for the childhood of the first German Federal President, Theodor Heuss.

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4.55 km

View of Stocksberg Castle

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Stockheim is dominated by Stocksberg Castle, which arose from the castle of the Lords of Stocksberg. The 30 meter high battlemented keep bears witness to this period. As a Renaissance castle of the Teutonic Order from the 16th century, the structural character of Stockheim's landmark was further shaped. The castle received its remarkable interior design at the end of the 19th century from the owner at the time, the sparkling wine manufacturer Eduard Gießler. Today the castle is privately owned and unfortunately cannot be visited.

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8.49 km

Zweifelberg Vineyard Trail

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Here you'll find vineyard steps, dry stone walls, plants, and animals. An information pavilion with wine service on Sundays and a wine trail are also available.

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10.3 km

Neipperg village

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Beautiful, old half-timbered houses under the castle. Nice village with a lot of viticulture.

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15.7 km

Vineyard view in the Stromberg-Heuchelberg Nature Park

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Here you have a beautiful view over the vineyards near Brackenheim – especially at sunset.

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23.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.4 km

5.42 km

3.79 km

768 m

319 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.9 km

5.57 km

787 m

241 m

146 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Tuesday 20 October

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Comments

December 6, 2019

This tour is a declaration of love for wine, vision, and culture! Your adventure through the heart of the wine region begins in Brackenheim – the birthplace of Theodor Heuss. Over a distance of almost 25 kilometers, you'll experience an impressive blend of history, enjoyment, and nature: You'll cycle

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