Horb am Neckar has around 25.000 inhabitants. Its location is the eastern edge of the Black Forest. A picturesque little place that is extremely conveniently located directly on the A 81, which runs from Stuttgart to Singen.
Horb am Neckar is a large district town and is the largest municipality in the Freudenstadt district. The old town has been excellently preserved and has the most beautiful city silhouettes in Germany. The place is a popular travel destination at any time of the year. There are a lot of dining options as well as hotels and holiday apartments. There is also a large campsite and an amusement park.
The history
The place was first mentioned in documents in 1090. Because it is a swamp area
acted, Horb was built on the Neckar on a hill. In 1228 the place was mentioned for the first time as a town. Gradually, a thriving town arose due to the table weaving, the
rafting, the cloth trade, arts and crafts and viticulture. He changed often
owner until the city in 1806 to that Kingdom of Württemberg attached wurde.
points of interest & sights
The collegiate church was built in the 18th century. It is in the baroque style and towers over the city. It contains the Horber Madonna, which is an important work of art. The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary is also impressive. Due to its size, it is also known as the Black Forest Cathedral. It is definitely worth a visit. If you like to try your luck in the casino, you won't miss out either. Online casino games are particularly popular. Who doesn't want to Play for real money in online casinos and try his luck once.
The market square in the historic old town is the heart of the city. The town hall is there. It is adorned with the "Horber Picture Book". There are many other important buildings to see. Not to forget the local history museum, the open-air museum, the military history museum located in the ring wall tower, the village museum, the water museum and the Berthold Auerbach museum. In the local museum there is a railway adventure world on 8.400 square meters. There are five sidings showing a large parade of vehicles. 40 historic rail vehicles will be presented, some of which are still operational. In the Water Museum there is a mighty water wheel, which is located on the Horber Mühlkanal. It's still spinning. It is called the gateway to the Black Forest because, due to its hilltop location along the Neckar, it is the transition from the Neckarumland into the Black Forest.
sport and freetime
The area is perfect for both short and long tours. The paths are well signposted and ideal for hiking, walking and biking. It is worth looking at the various themed trails. These include Jewish culture, culture and nature, nature conservation in the Osterhalde, the treasures of the forest, the educational forest trail for children and panoramic views, as well as the Rexi trail. The area is also ideal for fans of kayak and canoe tours. The place is on the Neckar Valley Cycle Path and on the Heidelberg-Black Forest-Lake Constance Cycle Path. Visitors can find restful peace on the James pilgrimage route.
Events
There are numerous events throughout the year. These include markets and festivals as well as theater and concerts. The Horber Fasnet and its Fastnetsballs, the extensive street carnival and the parade that leads through the city's alleys and is celebrated there are also famous. The highlight of the year is the Horburg Knights' Games, which are held at the beginning of summer. The city is decorated in a medieval style and there are exciting knight fights as well as a colorful market where showmen and jugglers can be seen. The games are intended to commemorate the deposition of Duke Eberhard, the Duke of Württemberg. He was replaced by Emperor Maximillian in 1498. The Horbers describe the mountain spur on which the city is located as “beautifully hilly”. There are winding streets with lots of stairs, which the Horbern people call “Schäpfele”.
In addition to the many hiking trails, there are also many natural bathing lakes in Horb am Neckar. They are located in a unique natural landscape. There are also many rivers and lakes, which are ideal for bathing, swimming and relaxing. The city is surrounded by 17 other districts. There are some protected areas where you can admire a unique variety of orchids, as well as plant species and animal species that are worthy of protection. The historic buildings include the town hall, the guardhouse, the collegiate church, the Gesslersche house, the former Dominican convent, the Lucifer tower, but also the rogue tower. Furthermore, these include the Hirschgasse, the Stubensche Schlösschen, the lower market, the Liebfrauenkapelle, the Talhaus, the Ringmauerweg and the Schütteturm.
Experience the punt rides live
On such a trip, the historic old town can be viewed from a different perspective. It offers a unique view of the most beautiful city silhouettes that exist in Germany. The first tournament was held locally in 950. Thousands of visitors come to the medieval festival. There is also a mini rock festival, which attracts many young people with a big rock party. At the Horber Music Days, softer tones are struck. Music lovers should not miss this. Top-class concerts are offered as well as opera performances and singing evenings. There are 300 clubs and organizations spread across all parts of the city, which ensure a diverse cultural life. But the city's greatest treasure is its citizens. They are its pulse and enliven the lively, modern city and guarantee a prosperous future. A trip there is definitely worthwhile for fans in the most diverse areas. There is a lot of variety for every age group. Every visitor really gets their money's worth here. Even the little ones will have a great time and will definitely not get bored. Horb am Neckar not only offers a lot for a relaxing holiday, but is also ideal for a great and varied day trip with the whole family.
