Germany
Baden-Württemberg
Stuttgart District
Heidenheim
Heidenheim an der Brenz
Historic Water Reservoir for Hellenstein Castle (1606)
Germany
Baden-Württemberg
Stuttgart District
Heidenheim
Heidenheim an der Brenz
Historic Water Reservoir for Hellenstein Castle (1606)
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 10 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Geopark Schwäbische Alb
Location: Heidenheim an der Brenz, Heidenheim, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Interesting how the water distribution in Heidenheim is around 1600
May 9, 2021
Above Mergelstetten there are the remains of a historic water reservoir in the forest. This was built in 1606 and served to supply the nearby Hellenstein Castle with water. The former elevated tank is 573 m above sea level. NN and is signposted.
April 3, 2021
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