Holiday in the Swabian Alb

Nature-loving holidays near Schwäbisch Gmünd

The Swabian Alb holiday region around our HofGut in Bartholomä offers many opportunities for fun, leisure, and outdoor sports. At our HofGut, you’ll find a special retreat, surrounded by orchards, forests, hills, and suitable activities.

Eine blühende Sommerwiese lädt zu einem erholsamen Urlaub auf der schwäbischen Alb ein.

Active holiday in nature

The region around our HofGut in Bartholomä invites you to diverse outdoor experiences:

  • Popular hiking and mountain bike routes start directly at the farm
  • Cross-country ski trails in winter – some directly at the house
  • Paragliding & gliding opportunities in the area
  • Three small ski resorts with lifts within easy reach
  • Husky sled tours possible directly on site in winter

Whether summer or winter – nature lovers will find the right activity here at any time of year.

"Our Baden-Württemberg region is known for inventiveness, sustainable agriculture, and as a land of connoisseurs."

Excursion destinations & nature experiences

The Ostalb offers many excursion possibilities for day trips on foot, by bike, or e-bike. The following natural attractions are just around the corner:

  • the Felsenmeer (rock sea) and the source of the Rems,
  • the meteorite crater at the Steinheim Basin,
  • the mysterious Brenztopf spring.

In the surrounding area, there are also particularly noteworthy towns:

  • Aalen’s city center invites you for a stroll. You can visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Limes” or enjoy a wellness day at the Limes thermal baths.
  • In Heidenheim, there is Hellenstein Castle with seasonal opera festivals. Right next to it is the Steiff Museum.
  • The old Staufer town of Schwäbisch Gmünd, still a silver and gold city today, is also a very popular excursion destination.
Wanderer erkunden moosbedeckte Felsen bei einem aktiven Urlaub auf der schwäbischen Alb im Wald.
Wanderwegweiser mit Entfernungsangaben zu Zielen im Wentaler Wald.

Gourmet Region & Agriculture

Our Baden-Württemberg region is known for inventiveness, sustainable agriculture, and as a land of connoisseurs. As a 100% organic gastronomy, we are closely connected with the producers of this region and can put together authentic gourmet tours for you.
For example, along the Albtrauf lies Europe’s largest orchard meadow, where you will find outstanding products such as cider, distillates, cuvées, and much more. We can also recommend local markets, cheese dairies, artisan bakers, winemakers, and breweries.

Our region also has a lot to offer in the field of natural cosmetics: Weleda, Speick, and Hauschka open their doors to visitors and provide insights into medicinal plants, gardens, and processing.

Ein stiller See spiegelt den Himmel.

Ideal for nature holidays with family and friends

If you feel like visiting a city, you can reach Stuttgart, Ulm, and Biberach in less than an hour by following the tracks of the Swabian Railway. Small charming towns like Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Dinkelsbühl can be found along the Romantic Road. Classic tourist destinations such as Lake Constance, the Black Forest, Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle, and Legoland in Günzburg are also ideal for day trips.

Radfahrer genießen sonnige Feldwege bei einem sportlichen Urlaub auf der schwäbischen Alb.
Nahaufnahme eines Schmetterlings auf einer rosa Blüte während eines Natururlaubs auf der Schwäbischen Alb.
Nahaufnahme einer violetten Lupine mit Hummel im Flug.

Holiday at HofGut in Ostalb

Nestled in the idyllic landscape of Baden-Württemberg, our family-run HofGut is a relaxing holiday destination. Our accommodations in the Swabian Alb – cozy holiday homes and apartments with open kitchens, freestanding bathtubs, and private saunas – are particularly popular with families and groups of friends.
Our organic cuisine lets you enjoy sustainably. Depending on the season, you can participate in culinary events – from the Emperor’s breakfast to our spare ribs from the wood-fired oven.

Inquire about your holiday now

Have you been inspired to spend your short break in the Swabian Alb? Then feel free to send us your reservation request by email or call us. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Phone: +49 7173 915 2220
Email: info@scheunenwirtin.de