Hohenstaufen

Hohenstaufen is a mountain summit in the Swabian Jura with an elevation of 684 meters and forms part of the Three Kaiser Mountains alongside Rechberg and Stuifen. The landscape around the peak shows typical features of the Jura region with forests and wide views.

The mountain once held the ancestral castle of the Hohenstaufen dynasty, built around 1070 and destroyed during the Peasants' War in 1525. The ruins of this fortress remain visible today and shaped the region's past.

The name comes from the mountain's shape, which resembles an inverted chalice, called 'Stauf' in German. You can see this distinctive outline from many places around the region.

Several marked circular trails lead to the summit, and bus line 13 from Göppingen station provides transport to the base. The walk is suitable for different fitness levels and takes between one and three hours depending on the route.

The summit has a small restaurant serving German refreshments, currently being transformed into a glass-enclosed conservatory. This ongoing project will change how people experience the top of the mountain.

GPS coordinates: 48.74278,9.71677

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24