Pfinztal, municipality in Germany
Pfinztal is a municipality made up of four villages near Karlsruhe. The villages of Wöschbach, Berghausen, Söllingen, and Kleinsteinbach sit in a landscape of hills, streams, and forests.
The villages were founded around 1,000 years ago and merged into one municipality in 1974. Berghausen shows traces of settlement from the Neolithic period, while Kleinsteinbach was repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt due to old border conflicts.
Each village in Pfinztal has its own character and local identity. Wöschbach calls itself an 'Island of Peace' and is known for its quiet setting away from busy roads.
You can explore the villages on foot using marked hiking and cycling routes through the landscape. There is also a sculpture trail in Kleinsteinbach and a nature adventure trail for families with easy access.
Hidden metal sculptures scattered throughout the villages commemorate those who suffered during wars and political hardship, with no signs marking their locations. Visitors often find these works by chance while walking, creating a personal connection to the area's past.
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