The best city hikes and walks around Heulenberg

Beautiful place to commemorate the founder of the 1st volunteer fire brigade

The Cuban-born artist has many interesting and unique sculptures displayed around his workshop. They're always eye-catching. Learn more about the artist, who now also exhibits in a gallery in Karlsruhe, online: https://www.pavelmiguel.de/

A small, but sometimes urgent, tip: There's a women's restroom (on the 1st floor) and a men's restroom (on the 2nd floor). By the way, the medieval market currently taking place in December is a real highlight.

Evangelical Methodist Church Evangelical We call ourselves "Evangelical" because the Gospel of Jesus Christ is our foundation. At the same time, the name identifies us as part of the Evangelical family of churches, which originated in the Reformation. Methodistic The name "Methodistic" originated from a derogatory remark. It was used to disparage a group of students around John and Charles Wesley in the first half of the 18th century. Instead of the casual student lifestyle typical of the time, they practiced a disciplined way of life. Intensive Bible study and communal prayer were very important to them. Furthermore, they lived out their faith in everyday life through practical service to the poor, the sick, the unemployed, and prisoners. Because they structured and organized this very systematically, they were mocked as Methodists. Church From this student group arose a revival movement that changed the lives of many people. Within a few decades, it grew into a worldwide church. "Church" is never something finished or self-contained. It requires participation and constant renewal, and it changes through the people who join and participate in it. – In Germany, the Evangelical Methodist Church belongs to the branch of the so-called "Evangelical Free Churches." These churches are united by their foundation in Reformation theology and their missionary commitment to winning people over to a life of faith in Jesus Christ. Source: https://www.emk-karlsruhe.de/ueber-uns/#wersindwir

The Hengst Monument, a listed cultural monument, stands in Hengstplatz (Hengst Square) in Durlach and commemorates Christian Hengst, the former city architect of Durlach, whose initiative led to the establishment of one of Germany's first volunteer fire brigades (Pompiers-Corps) in 1846. Hengstplatz, including the monument, was built in 1896 on the former site of the cattle market to mark the 50th anniversary of the Durlach Volunteer Fire Brigade. The funds were raised through donations from volunteer fire brigades across Germany and cost 6,000 marks. The monument was designed by Hermann Götz, director of the Grand Ducal School of Applied Arts. The bronze elements were crafted by the sculptor Heinrich Bauer, and the architectural details by the firefighter and stonemason Ludwig Kleiber. The monument, situated in the center of Hengstplatz, is nestled within a garden-like setting and symbolizes Durlach's transition from an agricultural village to an industrial city. It consists of an ornamental fountain made of red sandstone. The front features a bronze relief of Christian Hengst and the coat of arms of Durlach. Two basins flank the fountain, above which sit two cherubs riding dolphins. Wearing fire helmets, they hold stylized metal fire hoses and pour water into the basins. The back displays the stylized professional emblem of the fire brigade and a bronze plaque with the following inscription: "Dedicated in gratitude to the deserving founder of the first volunteer fire brigade, Chr. Hengst, by the German Fire Brigade Corps and his home community of Durlach, 1846-1896."

The waterworks was built in 1896 to replace a well house that had existed here since the 16th century and was rebuilt in 1699 and 1824. It has been out of service since 1971.

Karlsburg Castle is a historically significant site: when Margrave Karl II moved his residence from Pforzheim to Durlach in 1565, he and his successors expanded the former hunting lodge. Art and culture were promoted, and a court theater was established. After surviving the Thirty Years' War without significant damage, the splendor of the Durlach residence came to an abrupt end on August 16, 1689. During the War of the Palatine Succession, the castle and the town were set ablaze by French troops. The previously spacious buildings and magnificent grounds were almost completely destroyed by the flames. By 1715, the western wing of the castle, including the chapel and stables, had been rebuilt. However, the relocation of the court to the newly founded Karlsruhe three years later put an end to further expansion plans. Subsequently, Karlsburg served as a residence for widows and, in the 19th century, as a barracks.

Durlach Town Hall, located in the heart of the historic old town, is a major landmark of Durlach. This magnificent building dates back to the 18th century and impresses with its Baroque façade and striking bell tower.