Vacation in the Swabian Alb
Vacations close to nature near Schwäbisch Gmünd
The Swabian Alb vacation region around our HofGut in Bartholomä offers many opportunities for fun, leisure and outdoor sports. At our HofGut you will experience a special retreat, surrounded by orchards, forests, hills and suitable activities.

Active vacation in nature
The region around our HofGut in Bartholomä invites you to enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences:
- Popular hiking and mountain bike routes start directly at the farm
- Cross-country ski trails in winter - partly directly at the house
- Paragliding & gliding offers in the surrounding area
- Three small ski areas with lifts within easy reach
- Husky sledding 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 its inventiveness, sustainable agriculture and as a land of connoisseurs."
Excursion destinations & nature experiences
The Ostalb offers many excursion options for day trips on foot, by bike or e-bike. The following natural attractions are just around the corner:
- the Felsenmeer and the Remsursprung,
- the meteorite crater near the Steinheim basin,
- the mysterious brazier.
There are also some particularly interesting towns in the surrounding area:
- Aalen's city center invites you to take a stroll. You can visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Limes" or enjoy a day of wellness in the Limes thermal baths.
- Heidenheim is home to Hellenstein Castle with its seasonal opera festival. The Steiff Museum is right next door.
- The old Staufer town of Schwäbisch Gmünd, still a silver and gold town today, is also a very popular excursion destination.


Region of pleasure & Agriculture
Our Baden-Württemberg region is known for its ingenuity, sustainable agriculture and as a land of connoisseurs. As a 100% organic restaurant, we are closely connected to the producers in this region and can put together authentic gourmet tours for you.
For example, the largest orchard meadow in Europe is located along the Albtrauf, where you can find outstanding products such as cider, distillates, cuvées and much more. We can also recommend the local markets, cheese dairies, artisan bakers, winegrowers 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 insight into medicinal plants, gardens and manufacturing.

Ideal for nature vacations with family and friends
If you are drawn to the city, you can reach Stuttgart, Ulm and Biberach on the Swabian Railway in less than an hour. Small, charming towns such as 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 destinations for day trips.



Vacation at HofGut on the Ostalb
Nestled in the idyllic landscape of the Swabian Alb, our family-run hotel is the perfect place to relax. HofGut a relaxing vacation spot in Baden-Württemberg. Our Vacation homes and apartments with open kitchens, free-standing bathtubs and private saunas are particularly popular with families and groups of friends.
Our Organic cuisine lets you enjoy yourself sustainably. Depending on the season, you can enjoy culinary Events from the Kaiser breakfast to our spare ribs from the wood-fired oven.
Request a vacation now
Would you like to spend your short vacation in the Swabian Alb? Then send us your reservation request by e-mail or give us a call. We look forward to seeing you!
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