The heart of the Swabian Alb - A holiday region full of exciting contrasts

The spectacular northern rim of the Swabian Alb represents the pinnacle of the surrounding landscape. Enjoy breathtaking views while hiking, Nordic walking or mountain-biking; discover waterfalls, castle ruins and the soft yet harsh beauty of the Alb landscape. It doesn't get any more varied than this: Experience quality wellness packages at the AlbThermen thermal baths or discover the famous historical town centre with its pleasant café culture and stately medieval residences. Great variety - more than just a holiday

Impressions of Bad Urach

Nordic Walking Park

The latest leisure trend for old and young: The large Nordic Walking Park Bad Urach has a number of varied trails from easy to very challenging to suit your own fitness and training programme in the great outdoors.

Adventure hikes

Pass by waterfalls and fields of ripening fruit on the way up to the historic castle ruins - discover Bad Urach virtually!

Source of relaxation

Take a dip and forget your stress. The AlbThermen thermal baths offer you nothing but relaxation with their varied sauna and wellness worlds.

Shopping trips to Metzingen

Germany's factory outlet mecca is just around the corner. Boss, Puma and Strenesse - only a few of the brands to be found in this extraordinary shopping world.

The perfection of medieval architecture

Historical half-timbered houses dating from the 15th and 16th centuries characterise the picture-postcard old town of Bad Urach around the stately Residenzschloss (Castle Residence).