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"Geislinger Steigen Tour": Along the Swabian construction of the century

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"Geislinger Steigen Tour": Along the Swabian construction of the century

Pulkit Kanoje planned a hike

March 19, 2026

"Geislinger Steigen Tour": Along the Swabian construction of the century

Moderate

04:53

16.4km

3.4km/h

490m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

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Start point

Train Station

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1.07 km

Helfenstein Castle Ruins

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High above Geislingen an der Steige, the ruins of Helfenstein Castle stand majestically, a silent witness to medieval history and a popular destination in the Swabian Alps. The castle was …

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2.21 km

Ödenturm

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The 36 meter high tower, still a landmark of the city of Geislingen, was built around 1400 to protect the lower-lying Helfenstein Castle. After the castle was razed in 1552, …

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8.61 km

Straubmühle Mill, Shop and Café

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From the Straubmühle with outdoor seating, there is a short detour into the shady Rohrachtal. Ideal for children and dog owners.

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8.99 km

Rohrach Valley

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Direct connection in the Rohrachtal between Staub Mühle and Geislingen.

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12.6 km

Geiselstein Viewpoint

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The Geiselstein is located not far from Geislingen (Steige). From up here there is a beautiful view of the Rohrach valley. But be careful: the rock can be climbed but …

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14.0 km

Ostlandkreuz and view over Geislingen

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The Ostlandkreuz of Geislingen (Steige) stands on the Sentinel at 665 meters and was built in 1950. The expellee monument is visible from afar and is often mistaken for a summit cross.

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16.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.39 km

6.52 km

1.23 km

945 m

268 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.32 km

4.25 km

2.87 km

308 m

291 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (660 m)

Lowest point (460 m)

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"Geislinger Steigen Tour": Along the Swabian construction of the century

Helfenstein Castle Ruins

Ödenturm

Straubmühle Mill, Shop and Café

Rohrach Valley

Geiselstein Viewpoint

Ostlandkreuz and view over Geislingen

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