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Inner bridge Esslingen – Esslingen Old Town loop from Esslingen (Neckar)
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Inner bridge Esslingen – Esslingen Old Town loop from Esslingen (Neckar)
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Inner bridge Esslingen – Esslingen Old Town loop from Esslingen (Neckar)
01:12
4.45km
60m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 24, 2026
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741 m
Inner bridge Esslingen
Highlight • Bridge
The inner bridge was built in 1286, making it the second oldest bridge in Germany.
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986 m
St. Dionys' City Church, Esslingen am Neckar
Highlight • Religious Site
City Archives, Esslingen am Neckar
All Saints Chapel / City Archives
Behind the city church lies the former All Saints Chapel - today's city archives - one of the sights in Esslingen
Description
Behind the city church lies the former All Saints Chapel - today's city archives. It was first mentioned in documents in 1324 and converted into the city archives by Heinrich Schickhardt in 1610. Since the former cemetery, directly adjacent to the All Saints Chapel, was not very large, the bones of older burials were brought to the three-aisled cellar, which thus became the city's ossuary. The original chapel room is on the upper floor.
With around 10,000 certificates, documents and volumes from imperial city times and more recent times, the Esslingen City Archives is one of the most important municipal archives in southwest Germany. Daily events have been recorded in a chronicle from 1803 to the present day.
An extensive scientific library is available for research purposes.
Text / Source: Esslinger Stadtmarketing & Tourismus GmbH, Marktplatz 16, Esslingen am Neckar
esslingen-info.com/attraktion/allerheiligenkapelle-stadtarchiv-e0587624e2
All Saints Chapel / City Archives
Behind the city church lies the former All Saints Chapel - today's city archives - one of the sights in Esslingen
Description
Behind the city church lies the former All Saints Chapel - today's city archives. It was first mentioned in documents in 1324 and converted into the city archives by Heinrich Schickhardt in 1610. Since the former cemetery, directly adjacent to the All Saints Chapel, was not very large, the bones of older burials were brought to the three-aisled cellar, which thus became the city's ossuary. The original chapel room is on the upper floor.
With around 10,000 certificates, documents and volumes from imperial city times and more recent times, the Esslingen City Archives is one of the most important municipal archives in southwest Germany. Daily events have been recorded in a chronicle from 1803 to the present day.
An extensive scientific library is available for research purposes.
Text / Source: Esslinger Stadtmarketing & Tourismus GmbH, Marktplatz 16, Esslingen am Neckar
esslingen-info.com/attraktion/allerheiligenkapelle-stadtarchiv-e0587624e2
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1.14 km
Esslingen Old Town
Highlight • Historical Site
The Esslingen old town is a fairy tale place. You can stroll through the streets, relax with a cup of coffee or go on a boat trip in good weather - the beautiful atmosphere will appeal to you right away. Miraculously, the old town survived all wars almost intact. All information about the sights can be found here: esslingen-marketing.de.
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1.31 km
Burgsteige Esslingen Vineyards and Steps
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Burgsteige leads steeply between vineyards up to Esslingen Castle. In the Seilergang between Hochwacht and Dicker Turm you can enjoy the view of Esslingen, even when it's raining.
Text / Source: stuttgartwege
stuttgartwege.blogspot.com/2010/07/aussicht-vom-seilergang-der-esslinger.html
Text / Source: stuttgartwege
stuttgartwege.blogspot.com/2010/07/aussicht-vom-seilergang-der-esslinger.html
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1.61 km
Dicker Turm (Esslingen on the Neckar)
Highlight • Monument
Esslinger Burg with Dicke Turm, Seilergang and Stäffele, Esslingen am Neckar
The Esslinger Burg towers over the historic old town of Esslingen am Neckar with its characteristic silhouette of Hochwacht, Seilergang and Dicke Turm – yet it was never a castle at any time.
Description
The Esslinger Burg towers over the historic old town of Esslingen am Neckar with its characteristic silhouette of Hochwacht, Seilergang and Dicke Turm – yet it was never a castle at any time.
Knights and princesses never lived in the Esslinger Burg – it was merely the northernmost part of the massive city fortifications. First mentioned in documents in 1314, the fortifications of the imperial city of Esslingen were further expanded between 1519 and 1531.
The Dicke Turm was built in 1527, but only received its hood in 1887, modeled after the towers of Nuremberg Castle. In 1976/77, the Dicke Turm and the castle's outdoor areas were thoroughly renovated for the city's 1200th anniversary.
Burgplatz
The Inner Burgplatz with its fountain and boxwood-lined beds is modeled after medieval paradise gardens. Circular beds embedded in the lawn dominate the Outer Burgplatz. Every summer, exquisite open-air events with open-air cinema, classical, jazz, and rock concerts take place there. The view over the city and the Neckar valley to the Swabian Jura is extremely impressive. The short climb from the castle can be comfortably chosen via the Steige through the vineyard.
A large children's playground at the Outer Burgplatz is ideal for the little ones.
Enjoying the Esslinger Burg
In the warm months, summer can be perfectly enjoyed at the numerous events on the Burgplatz in a dreamlike setting. The castle visit is enjoyably rounded off with a sparkling wine tasting at KESSLER Karree 18, the oldest sparkling wine cellar in Germany.
Text / Source: Esslinger Stadtmarketing & Tourismus GmbH, Marktplatz 16, Esslingen am Neckar
esslingen-info.com/attraktion/esslinger-burg-mit-dickem-turm-seilergang-und-staeffele-aaca75469f
The Esslinger Burg towers over the historic old town of Esslingen am Neckar with its characteristic silhouette of Hochwacht, Seilergang and Dicke Turm – yet it was never a castle at any time.
Description
The Esslinger Burg towers over the historic old town of Esslingen am Neckar with its characteristic silhouette of Hochwacht, Seilergang and Dicke Turm – yet it was never a castle at any time.
Knights and princesses never lived in the Esslinger Burg – it was merely the northernmost part of the massive city fortifications. First mentioned in documents in 1314, the fortifications of the imperial city of Esslingen were further expanded between 1519 and 1531.
The Dicke Turm was built in 1527, but only received its hood in 1887, modeled after the towers of Nuremberg Castle. In 1976/77, the Dicke Turm and the castle's outdoor areas were thoroughly renovated for the city's 1200th anniversary.
Burgplatz
The Inner Burgplatz with its fountain and boxwood-lined beds is modeled after medieval paradise gardens. Circular beds embedded in the lawn dominate the Outer Burgplatz. Every summer, exquisite open-air events with open-air cinema, classical, jazz, and rock concerts take place there. The view over the city and the Neckar valley to the Swabian Jura is extremely impressive. The short climb from the castle can be comfortably chosen via the Steige through the vineyard.
A large children's playground at the Outer Burgplatz is ideal for the little ones.
Enjoying the Esslinger Burg
In the warm months, summer can be perfectly enjoyed at the numerous events on the Burgplatz in a dreamlike setting. The castle visit is enjoyably rounded off with a sparkling wine tasting at KESSLER Karree 18, the oldest sparkling wine cellar in Germany.
Text / Source: Esslinger Stadtmarketing & Tourismus GmbH, Marktplatz 16, Esslingen am Neckar
esslingen-info.com/attraktion/esslinger-burg-mit-dickem-turm-seilergang-und-staeffele-aaca75469f
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2.53 km
Old Town Hall, Esslingen am Neckar
Highlight • Historical Site
The Old Town Hall is one of the most remarkable monuments and sights in the historic city center of Esslingen. It was built around 1422 as a half-timbered municipal department store and tax house. The characteristic half-timbered construction of the "Swabian Man" can still be seen on the south, east and west sides.
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2.96 km
Former Franciscan Church (Franziskanerkirche), Esslingen on the Neckar
Highlight • Religious Site
Franciscan Church, Esslingen am Neckar
The first Franciscans settled in Esslingen in 1237. Construction of the Franciscan Church (also known as the Rear Church or St. George's Church) began around 1270. The steeply rising choir was built around 1300. The church was originally dedicated to St. Mary's Coronation.
The magnificent, colorful stained glass windows in the choir were created around 1320. They show a typological Bible cycle and were probably only tolerated, contrary to the building regulations of the time for a mendicant order church, because general chapters often took place in Esslingen. They were painted in silver-yellow, among other colors. This color only appeared in Paris around 1300, and thus shows Esslingen's status as an art center in Swabia. In the 14th century, the monastery also offered quarters for the emperor and his entourage.
In 1390, the painting of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven and the Choir of the Blessed was created on the south wall. It shows an elderly Franciscan kneeling at Mary's feet. According to the Latin inscription, this is Hasso von Lampertkein, a Franciscan master who died in Esslingen in 1386.
From the 15th century, there is a depiction of the Man of Sorrows with angels above the sacrament niche on the north wall.
After the Reformation, the buildings fell to the city, which had part of them demolished in 1668. In 1840, the nave of the three-aisled basilica was demolished. Today, only the former choir remains, which is a testament to the size and importance of the former church and monastery.
From 1908 to 1912, under the direction of architect Albert Benz, an organ gallery was installed and the sacristy was built. It has been renovated and can be used for meetings or seminars. A round window by Aloys Staudinger depicting Saint George was installed in the west façade.
Text / Source: Evangelical City Church Community of Esslingen, Augustinerstraße, Esslingen
stadtkirchengemeinde-esslingen.de/kirchen-und-raeume/franziskanerkirche
The first Franciscans settled in Esslingen in 1237. Construction of the Franciscan Church (also known as the Rear Church or St. George's Church) began around 1270. The steeply rising choir was built around 1300. The church was originally dedicated to St. Mary's Coronation.
The magnificent, colorful stained glass windows in the choir were created around 1320. They show a typological Bible cycle and were probably only tolerated, contrary to the building regulations of the time for a mendicant order church, because general chapters often took place in Esslingen. They were painted in silver-yellow, among other colors. This color only appeared in Paris around 1300, and thus shows Esslingen's status as an art center in Swabia. In the 14th century, the monastery also offered quarters for the emperor and his entourage.
In 1390, the painting of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven and the Choir of the Blessed was created on the south wall. It shows an elderly Franciscan kneeling at Mary's feet. According to the Latin inscription, this is Hasso von Lampertkein, a Franciscan master who died in Esslingen in 1386.
From the 15th century, there is a depiction of the Man of Sorrows with angels above the sacrament niche on the north wall.
After the Reformation, the buildings fell to the city, which had part of them demolished in 1668. In 1840, the nave of the three-aisled basilica was demolished. Today, only the former choir remains, which is a testament to the size and importance of the former church and monastery.
From 1908 to 1912, under the direction of architect Albert Benz, an organ gallery was installed and the sacristy was built. It has been renovated and can be used for meetings or seminars. A round window by Aloys Staudinger depicting Saint George was installed in the west façade.
Text / Source: Evangelical City Church Community of Esslingen, Augustinerstraße, Esslingen
stadtkirchengemeinde-esslingen.de/kirchen-und-raeume/franziskanerkirche
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3.14 km
Wolf Gate (Esslingen am Neckar)
Highlight • Historical Site
The Wolf Gate is an impressive testimony to the defensive strength of the old town. It is the oldest preserved gate in Esslingen and was built in the first half of the 13th century as part of the city wall. This is where the trade route from the south led into the city. The two almost life-sized stone lions above the passageway are symbols of the power of the Staufers. The smooth blocks in the lower part are characteristic, and were intended to prevent enemies from climbing the tower. Above them are humped blocks typical of the Staufer period. A wolf relief can be seen inside above the doorway. The gate received its delicate bell tower in the 17th century.
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4.45 km
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Train Station
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1.24 km
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1.06 km
1.05 km
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4.04 km
412 m
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