Stuttgart

Nature & Adventure

Admire the city of Stuttgart and its gorgeous surrounding valley from a unique perspective, with a voyage down the Neckar River. The 2-hour round trip will take you from Wilhelma Port to the Max-Eyth-See, which is known for its rich biodiversity and excellent birdwatching opportunities, and back again. On board the Electra, a fully electric-powered ship, you'll also find a tasty menu of locally-sourced food and drink to savor as you make your way.

Take a walk along Stuttgart's steep slopes and let yourself be guided through the vineyards of the region by a guide wearing a traditional costume. Enjoy spectacular views of Bad Cannstatt, Münster, and the Neckar on this hiking experience. Taste five regional wines and discover what makes them so special. On this tour, try the famous Cannstatter Zuckerle and other phenomenal regional wines. Enjoy a few snacks, and look forward to fun games related to all things wine.

Admire Stuttgart from a unique perspective as well as the city’s beautiful surrounding nature aboard a river cruise sailing down the Neckar. Start from Wilhelma and head up to Marbach or begin in Marbach and disembark at Wilhelma. You can decide which tour you would like to join.  Onboard the MS Wilhelma, purchase different culinary treats from the regional food and drink menu. Enjoy local wine and meadowy landscapes from the Schiller town of Marbach, or from Stuttgart's Wilhelma. The journey takes 3 hours one way, or 6 hours roundtrip.

Come to the Riverhouse in Stuttgart Münster and enjoy some beautiful hours spent on the River Neckar. First, you will be equipped with the paddles and life jackets. Then, you get a short introduction to the sport before you can start your adventure on the water. You have the possibility to rent a SUP-Board for 2 hours. During this time you can enjoy beautiful views of the Neckar and have a great time with your family, friends, or your partner. The available route map shows you which routes and tours are passable and which corners of the Neckar you can explore. After a long day, you can order some drinks and food and relax at the beach.

After meeting your guide outside the Stadtmuseum Stuttgart, your guided tour will begin. Throughout your tour, a resolute Swabian housewife (or her husband), armed with a broom and a duster, will guide you through the inner city of Stuttgart. Knowing no discretion, your housewife-guide will dig up the dirt on their neighbors. She will divulge to you her most economical cooking recipes, and will also shed some light about some of the great Stuttgart personalities. Nothing is safe from Frau Schwätzele. Only one person enjoys her undivided respect, and that is the inventor of the notorious Swabian Kehrwoche. Take part in this cheerful yet unusual city walk, and after around 2 hours you will result in the courtyard of the old castle.

Experience Stuttgart’s magnificent topography and excellent wine landscape. Explore wonderful vineyards during a guided walking tour. Tour the most notable wine spots with your knowledgable expert guide. Learn about viticulture and Stuttgart’s history of wine enjoyment. Along the way, stop two times to taste exquisite Stuttgart wines.

Discover the nature of Stuttgart with a day of fun activities. Experience a wonderful, varied day around Max-Eyth Lake. Canoe along the River Neckar and take in the beautiful views as you go. Alternatively choose stand-up-paddle-boarding or water shoeing for a more unusual water activity. Back on land and equipped with a roadmap start by foot on an exciting, discovery tour. Solve puzzles as you wind your way through the wonderful vineyards of the area. Explore the local tourist points of Freienstein and Tappachtal, be rewarded with a magnificent view at the end. Get aboard a non-motorised scooter with a brake for the final part of the day and set off on a beautiful tour. Let a wonderful day come to the end back at the Riverhouse, you get a snack of sausage or cheese with delicious bread.

Combine your love of adventure and canoes in this unique experience on Stuggart's section of the Neckar! Come to the Riverhouse in Stuttgart Münster and rent a canoe for 2 hours. Enjoy stunning views of natural and urban landscapes. First, you will be equipped with a paddle and a life jacket. Listen to a short introductory briefing before beginning your adventure on the water. Spend quality time with your family, friends or your partner. Map out your route of discovery using a helpful route map, which shows you which tours are passable and which corners of the river you can explore. After an enjoyable day, order some food and drink, and relax at the Riverhouse beach.

Explore the Neckar River at sunset on a stand up paddle board tour. Follow your guide as you glide into the orange and red hues of the setting sun. Marvel at the changing colors reflected on the calm river water and on the leaves of the trees surrounding you. If you haven't paddled before, start with a short introduction on how to paddle standing up on your board. Once ready, head out onto the water with your guide and paddle seamlessly through idyllic nature. Pass by meadows, bridges, and vineyards in the Murr. Take on a fairly brisk pace initially as you paddle against a gentle current, then nature will take center stage, as you glide past wild flora and two rustic bridges. On the way back, enjoy the last rays of sunshine on the water and experience an ethereal atmosphere at dusk on the Neckar river. At the end of the tour, pass by a charming beer garden, where you can enjoy a liquid sundowner if you wish. Marbach is located on the banks of the Neckar River, between Stuttgart, Esslingen, Ludwigsburg, the Rems, Murr, Bottwar and Enz, Besigheim, Bietigheim, Freiberg, Schorndorf, Waiblingen, Backnang and Heilbronn.

Due to Stuttgart's geographical location in a valley basin, there are many steps that are called "Stäffele" by the locals. On this walking tour, you'll get to comfortably climb selected "Stäffele" and learn about the history of the city. During this guided walk, embark on an exploration tour of a special kind. As you explore, hear facts about the city, including the development of the half-height locations in Stuttgart. Many stories and anecdotes entwine around the "Stäffele" and wonderful views and insights reward the climb.