A path runs along the Epping Line rampart. It runs parallel to the main hiking trail, but is considerably shadier. The moat, which was once lined with sharpened wooden stakes, runs alongside. The path also passes a chartaque that no longer exists, the location of which is clearly identifiable by the surrounding ditch. A sign here also provides information about the Epping Line. Please note that this is also a mountain bike trail.

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Scout Jens

May 23, 2021

Hiking

A beautiful path on the old ramparts, only a few months needed after almost 2 years of construction. Shortly after its construction, a peace treaty was signed.
Today a nice forest experience to walk on the path.

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Rainer & Petra

March 9, 2021

Hiking

The Eppingen Lines were a defensive line fortified at the end of the 17th century that stretched from Weißenstein near Pforzheim via Mühlacker, Sternenfels and Eppingen to Neckargemünd. It had …

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Uphill 20 m

Downhill 30 m

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