 View from the Königsturm to the old town of Schwäbisch Gmünd | ||
| Schwäbisch Gmünd | ||
| federal state | Baden-Wuerttemberg | |
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| Residents | 61.186 (2019) | |
| height | 321 m | |
| Tourist info web | www.schwaebisch-gmuend.de | |
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Schwäbisch Gmünd is a large county seat in the state Baden-Wuerttemberg (Germany).
background
In the 2nd century the Raetian Limes ran through the area around Schwäbisch Gmünd. In the 3rd century, the Romans were driven out by invading Alemanni who settled in the area.
The first documentary mention of Schwäbisch Gmünd is a forgery from the 9th century, which is dated to the year 782. The family of the Staufer emperors, under whose rule Schwäbisch Gmünd flourished, arose from the nearby Hohenstaufen. In 1162 Schwäbisch Gmünd already had town charter and is still called the Staufer town today. After the fall of the Staufer, Schwäbisch Gmünd continued to exist as a free imperial city, apart from a few interruptions.
Schwäbisch Gmünd remained unreformed during the Thirty Years' War. A large gold and silver industry emerged in the 17th century, which was the largest in Germany at the end of the 19th century and did not experience a deep recession until the late 1920s. But there are still individual precious metal processing companies in the city.
Fortunately, Schwäbisch Gmünd remained undestroyed during World War II, so that the city can still boast a relatively intact old town and buildings from 8 centuries. After the war, Schwäbisch Gmünd was only a district town before the district was combined with Aalen to form the Ostalb district as part of the district reform of 1972.
The city is currently characterized by major construction work. The opening of the underground tunnel in November 2013 significantly relieved traffic.
The 2014 State Garden Show took place in Schwäbisch Gmünd. In this context, changes were made to the inner-city traffic routing and redesign of the green spaces.
getting there
By train
The 1 Schwäbisch Gmünd railway station is on the route Stuttgart–Nuremberg. Intercitys stop every two hours and take half an hour from Stuttgart and 1:40 hours from Nuremberg. In addition, REs stop every hour from Aalen (18 minutes) and Stuttgart (40 minutes).
By bus
Schwäbisch Gmünd is connected to the long-distance bus network. The 2 Long-distance bus stop in Schwäbisch Gmünd is located at the bus station on the station forecourt.
In the street
 | In Schwäbisch Gmünd were Environmental zones set up in accordance with the fine dust ordinance. Without a corresponding sticker, you risk a fine of € 80 when entering an environmental zone. This also applies to foreign road users. Entry ban for vehicles in pollutant groups 1 2 3 (Info Federal Environment Agency) |  |
The B29 runs through the city and has four lanes from Stuttgart. The next motorway junctions are the A8 near Göppingen in the south and the A7 near Aalen in the east, which are both about half an hour away from Schwäbisch Gmünd.
By bicycle
Cyclists can reach Schwäbisch Gmünd via the Remstal cycle route and those running on the same route here Limes cycle path. But a comfortable bike tour from Göppingen to Schwäbisch Gmünd is also possible. The beautifully laid out and easily navigable cycle path runs along the old embankment between Göppingen and Gmünd, the former Hohenstaufenbahn.
mobility
Schwäbisch Gmünd has a network of buses that make both the city and the surrounding area accessible. The bus station is next to the train station. The lines of City bus Schwäbisch Gmünd have a flat-rate fare of 1 euro (children 50 cents) on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays as well as during the week from 7 p.m.
Tourist Attractions
- 1 Augustine Church
- The originally late Gothic monastery church was redesigned in Baroque style in 1756. The mirror ceiling of the nave shows five scenes from the life of St. Augustine.
- 2 Holy Cross Munster
- The largest hall church north of the Alps. A hall church is a church in which the side aisles are just as high as the main nave. Built in the 14th century by the Parlers who also worked on the cathedrals in Cologne and Prague. The cathedral is in the late Gothic style and was built between 1315 and 1521. A Romanesque minster already stood on the site of today's minster, the towers of which collapsed during the renovation and were never rebuilt. Instead, there is a small bell tower, which is a converted house, next to the minster.
- 3 Johanniskirche
- The Johanniskirche is a late Romanesque pillar basilica from the 13th century which is consecrated to John the Baptist. It should be noted that the tower is square near the ground and then merges into an octagonal spire.
- Marienbrunnen
- The Marienbrunnen stands on the market square. The column with Maria in a halo is a building by the Renessaince and was built in 1686). The figure is a double image, depicting Mary with baby Jesus on one side as the Immaculate. The trough of the fountain is from 1776 and shows the coats of arms of ten Gmünd families.
- 4 Marketplace
- The market square is lined with buildings from 8 centuries and has the wide shape of a parade ground. The hospital is in the north and the town hall in the south. On the marketplace, among other things, it says Bones - a half-timbered house from 1536.
- Ott-Pausersche factory - Silverware and jewelry museum
- The factory for bijouterie (jewelry) was built as early as 1845. A silver goods factory had existed in the building since the 1930s. Today, visitors to the museum can relive how gold and silver workers worked between 1850 and 1970. There is also a goldsmith's workshop and the workshops of a case maker and a guillochéur.
- Address: Milchgässle 10, 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. Tel.:07171/38910 or 603-4130, Fax: 07171 / 603-4129, [email protected].
- Opening hours: Tue, Wed, Fri 14-17; Thurs 14-19; Sat, Sun 11-17 (only during summer time)
- 5 preacher
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- In the Preacher there was once a Dominican monastery from 1294, which was used as a barracks in the 19th century. Today, the Prediger cultural center, the museum for nature and urban culture and the city's gallery are located in the premises.
- address: Johannisplatz 3, 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd. Telephone: (0 71 71) 6 03-41 30, Fax: (0 71 71) 6 03-41 29.
- Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 2 pm-5pm, Thursday 2-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 11 am-5pm, closed on Mondays
- 6 town hall
- The town hall is located at the upper, southern end of the market square. It is a former town house, which was converted to Baroque style from 1783-85.
- 7 St. Salvator
- A Way of the Cross begins behind the train station and leads to the Sanctuary of St. Salvator. In the 17th century, an existing cave was expanded into a chapel and another was built over it (lower and upper chapel). An octagonal onion dome is added to the chapels. On the ascent to the sanctuary, there is a panoramic view of Schwäbisch Gmünd, which is unfortunately somewhat clouded by the train station in front of it.
- 8 hospital
- The hospital brothers' hospice was founded in 1269. Today the hospital serves as a retirement home. in the Office building, an imposing half-timbered house between the hospital and the market square is now the city library. The remains of the former are in the inner courtyard of the hospital Hospital mill from the 16th century
- City wall:
- Unfortunately, almost nothing is left of the city wall today. A little piece can be left next to the Parking deck Rems consider. Fortunately, six towers of the city wall have been preserved, all of which look very different: Digestion tower, Five button tower, King's Tower, Rinderbach gate tower, Forge tower, Water tower. Except for that Five button tower from the 15th century, all other towers were already in place before 1350.
- 9 City garden
- A park area on the edge of the old town. It houses the Stahlsche Schlösschen and the congress center.
activities
- A number of different city tours and guided excursions into the surrounding area are offered on the Website of the city of Schwäbisch Gmünd offered. Guided tours through the city center (90 min) with detailed explanations about the history, the buildings and many anecdotes about the city take place from May to October and cost € 3 (€ 2 for schoolchildren / students).
Regular events
- Every year in summer (July / August) the European Church Music Festival takes place in the various churches of Schwäbisch Gmünd. The music repertoire ranges from classical to jazz.
- International Guggenmusiktreffen
- On 9/8 or in the following week that is Sträumlesfest. , dedicated to the sweet baked goods Strauben.
shop
The city center in Schwäbisch Gmünd offers almost exclusively small shops and boutiques. Apart from H&M on the market square, there are no large department stores (any more). The market square and the Bocksgasse off it are pedestrian zones. The "City Center", a larger shopping center consisting of many smaller shops, is also located near the market square. As part of the construction activities of the State Horticultural Show, a new shopping center is being built near the train station.
kitchen
- This is ideal for breakfast and coffee (Wed Sat 9 am-3pm), before or after visiting the adjoining market inclusive culture café more colorful dog(Buhlgässle 5), which offers organic products fresh from the market and fair trade coffee.
- Another good address is that Green pretzel at the market square. This bistro offers coffee and cake from breakfast to lunch. It's always busy and getting a seat is difficult. But you are well rewarded for this effort. There is good food and drinks at fair prices.
- Maultaschen are a Swabian specialty and in Schwäbisch Gmünd there is a delicious local that Maultäschle (Marktgäßle 12). Here you can enjoy the Maultaschen in different variations. It is somewhat hidden in the side streets of the market square in Schwäbisch Gmünd. The best thing to do is to ask a local for directions.
nightlife
- KKF. "Cinema, pub, factory". In fact, there is a small arthouse cinema attached to the pub (or is it the other way around?). The pub is frequented by high school and university students and exudes an alternative charm. A kicker is also part of the inventory.
accommodation
Cheap
- Schurrenhof campsite. The closest campsite, on a plateau south of Schwäbisch Gmünd with an impressive view of the surrounding mountains, an attached Icelandic stud and restaurant. Attention cyclists: The shortest approach is via Straßdorf on a disused railway line, then on the country road with almost 300 m ascent for about 11 km.
medium
Upscale
- 1 Hotel Fortuna ****, Hauberweg 4, 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd. Tel.: (0)7171 1090, Fax: (0)7171 109113, Email: [email protected]. Restaurant with regional Swabian and international dishes available.Price: Single from € 89, double from € 112.
Practical advice
- i point, Gmünd, Marktplatz 37/1, 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd. Tel.: (0)7171 603-4250, Email: [email protected].
trips
- Lorch
- Schorndorf The Daimler city
- Bask
- Heubach
literature
Web links
https://www.schwaebisch-gmuend.de/ - Official website of Schwäbisch Gmünd
