The Philosophers' Trail is not only characterized by its 167 steps, but also by numerous philosophical sayings designed to ease the climb. At the end, you'll be rewarded with a calorie consumption chart.

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Michael (Wasi)

December 8, 2024

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The Philosophensteige is a short way to climb the stairs from the car park up to the Heuchelberger Warte. There are various beautiful sayings to read next to the stairs. These make climbing the stairs very entertaining. There are also a total of 3 benches on the Philosophensteige, so that you can take a short break and enjoy the beautiful view.

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Kristian

August 11, 2025

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The fastest, but also most strenuous, route up to the Heuchelberger Warte. There are several seating areas along the way for a short rest, and the climb offers beautiful views of the Heilbronn region.

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1. Heuchelberg Forest Adventure Trail

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2. Eichbottsee Park – Philosophensteige Steps loop from Leingarten

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3. Heuchelberg Watchtower – Old Schilfsandstein Quarry loop from Nordheim (Württemberg)

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Distance 94 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Leingarten, Landkreis Heilbronn, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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