Impressive art and culture, beautiful nature and enjoyment from the region: there are many ways to spend your leisure time in the Böblingen district. Quality of life is at home here.
Green lung of the central Neckar region
With its hiking and cycling trails, nature trails for culture, nature and history and as a habitat for rare animal species, Schönbuch Nature Park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. One of the most popular excursion destinations in Baden-Württemberg's oldest nature park is the 35-metre-high Schönbuch Tower.
At Museum Ritter, everything revolves around art squared. It shows works from the collection of Marli Hoppe-Ritter: she is the granddaughter of Alfred Ritter, co-owner of Ritter Sport. You can find out more about the popular sweet in the Schokoshop: In addition to curious chocolate facts, you can create your own chocolate bar here.
3, 2, 1 - slow down! For the nine "LAND. TOUREN" tours don't require much preparation. Just grab your rucksack and enjoy the circular hiking trails through the Schönbuch and Heckengäu. The routes are between 4 and 14 kilometers long and are based on the criteria of the "Wanderbares Deutschland" quality trails.
In the footsteps of Johannes Kepler, co-founder of modern natural science: in his birthplace Weil der Stadt, you can take a look into space at the Kepler Observatory - the Kepler Museum in his birthplace provides an insight into his work and life.
The impressive SCULPTOURA open-air gallery shows more than 60 sculptures made of wood, metal and stone by over 50 artists. Staged amidst the beautiful landscapes of the Schönbuchlichtung, Würmt als and Heckengäus. Launched in 2014 as a one-off event, it has since become an institution in the region.
First stroll through city centers with medieval charm and then flirt with nature? Marvel at art on the cycle path and then in the museum? After forest bathing, hike through beautiful orchards and discover regional treasures in an idyllic village? That's the beauty of the Böblingen district: It's only a stone's throw from the city to nature - and vice versa.
Bathe, relax or get active in the natural thermal water of the Mineraltherme in Böblingen. Enjoy a variety of infusions in the spacious sauna area, breathe in the finest salt mist or just be. Wellness seekers will find all of this at the Mineraltherme in Böblingen.
Pleasure cycling along river valleys, shady forest tours in the Schönbuch, panoramic tours in the Heckengäu or flowing trails through the Schönbuch Nature Park. Selected and signposted themed routes or criss-crossing on your own - with 1000 kilometers of cycle paths, there is something for every cyclist.
Discover the region with body and soul: whether in a restaurant or country inn or in one of the many bars or cafés. Over 400 hosts, including the Heckengäu chefs, present local treasures and products in a delightful way. Delicious take-away and gift items are available from numerous direct marketers or in the HEIMAT brand range.
Awarded the title "Special sight in the Stuttgart region". The Leonberg Pomeranzengarten is Germany's only preserved terraced garden from the late Renaissance. Here you can stroll among flowers, aromatic, spice and medicinal plants: treasures of a bygone garden art.
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