Bad Wimpfen Town Church – Blue Tower, Bad Wimpfen loop from Bad Wimpfen

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Bad Wimpfen Town Church – Blue Tower, Bad Wimpfen loop from Bad Wimpfen

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Bad Wimpfen Town Church – Blue Tower, Bad Wimpfen loop from Bad Wimpfen

01:32

5.63km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.89 km

Bad Wimpfen Town Church

Highlight • Religious Site

The building is a fine example of the region's architecture and is located in close proximity to the Imperial Palace, another historic landmark of the city. Visitors can use the town hall not only for administrative tasks, but also to learn more about the history and culture of Bad Wimpfen.

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2.06 km

Castle Quarter, Bad Wimpfen

Highlight • Historical Site

It is known for its picturesque streets and charming half-timbered houses. The Blue Tower, a defensive tower from the 12th century, offers a magnificent view over the Neckar valley and is a landmark of the city. The Imperial Palace is the largest north of the Alps.

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2.22 km

Hohenstaufen Square and Half-timbered Alley, Bad Wimpfen

Highlight • Historical Site

One of many beautiful and rustic half-timbered houses in the old town.

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2.23 km

Lion Fountain, Bad Wimpfen

Highlight • Monument

The fountains in Bad Wimpfen mark the most important entrances to the market - including the Lion Fountain. Decorated with the imperial city's coat of arms and the imperial eagle, it welcomes guests to the town of Bad Wimpfen. It dates from the end of the 16th century.

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2.41 km

Blue Tower, Bad Wimpfen

Highlight • Monument

The city's landmark served to defend the imperial palace.
It is named so because of the slate roof, which shimmers blue when the sun shines on it.
In the 19th century, the tower was expanded to include turrets.
The tower is also known for its 134-step, 43-square-meter watchman's apartment, where the watchman has lived since the 13th century - and still does today.

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2.46 km

Eagle Fountain (Adlerbrunnen), Bad Wimpfen

Highlight • Monument

The eagle with a key is the city coat of arms of Bad Wimpfen.

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2.53 km

Half-timbered houses in Bad Wimpfen's Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

The half-timbered house is very narrow overall, but becomes slightly wider towards the top.

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4.76 km

View of the Neckar from Bad Wimpfen

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The viewing platform in Bad Wimpfen offers a breathtaking view over the Neckar and the surrounding landscape. From here you can enjoy the picturesque old town of Bad Wimpfen, the green fields and the rolling hills in the foreground.

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5.63 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.54 km

1.25 km

1.21 km

1.03 km

612 m

Surfaces

2.90 km

1.38 km

1.05 km

303 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 8 November

10°C

4°C

31 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

July 20, 2022,Altstadt Bad Wimpfen und ein klitzekleines Stück auf dem Neckarsteig 🥾😎💚

Despite the heat, this morning we went over the Neckarsteig to the old town of Bad Wimpfen ... an idyllic little town with an enchanting old town centre.
feel the past - enjoy the present;
there is no better way to describe the impressions.

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