Learn the art of baking bread from scratch in a historic setting where spelt, rye, and wheat are still grown in the surrounding fields. Under the guidance of the experienced miller's wife, you will discover how to make your own dough, fold and grind bread professionally and finally bake crispy rolls in the stone oven. After the baking course, a hike through the fields that provide the ingredients for the flour leads directly to the mill, where a guided tour of the over 130-year-old, still active Hegnacher mill rounds off the day.

Sneak like a deer, look like a lynx, build like an ant - the forest adventure trail in the city forest takes you directly into the fascinating world of the forest. Nature comes to life on a 3-kilometre-long circular trail, accompanied by information boards that provide valuable information. Here, the most important thing is to keep your eyes and ears open to discover the variety of bird species and local plants in their natural environment. An adventure that brings families closer together and makes it possible to experience the forest in direct contact.

Works of art on and made of paper in all their diversity await you in the Stihl Waiblingen Gallery. From classic drawings and prints to modern visual media and three-dimensional objects, this is where the creativity and innovation of the art scene is revealed. Annually changing exhibitions offer insights into the works of famous artists such as Picasso and Rembrandt, as well as contemporary art forms that reinterpret the medium of paper. This art experience is enriched by the architecturally impressive building, which perfectly stages art and culture in the idyllic surroundings on the banks of the Rems.

Authentic Bavarian flair awaits you, surrounded by the freshness of nature and the sound of jazz music. While you enjoy regional beer specialties and hearty snacks, the children can romp around in the small playground. Located right next to an idyllic park and bike path, there is the opportunity to explore before or after your visit or to start a canoe or SUP tour on the water. An ideal stopover for families looking for an active and enjoyable break.

Winding alleys lead you past pretty half-timbered houses and imposing towers, while envy heads whisper from the past. A walk-in city wall with a battlement reveals views that tell stories. Just a few steps away, the floodplain offers pure relaxation: from the large to the small alder island, the Remst terraces to Scottish Highland cattle, there is something for everyone. The idyllic beer garden on Swan Island rounds off the experience, accompanied by the opportunity to discover Waiblingen by canoe or SUP from the water.

History comes alive through multimedia narratives that are acoustically accompanied by the sound of sirens or the ringing of church bells as you wander through time. Two models depict the city around 1700 and 1938, immersing you in past worlds. Iron shackles of the Waiblinger pillory and the oldest preserved organ in Baden-Württemberg connect you directly to history. A whimsical highlight is Remsi, the mummified house rat. These finds, embedded in the oldest secular building in the city, tell the story of how work and life changed from Roman times to the present day.

Walking and playing combine in the floodplain to create a unique family adventure. Directly from the parking lot at the indoor pool, your excursion into nature begins. A mini-golf course with a beer garden invites you to linger for the first time, while the Kneipp pool provides a refreshing cooling. Adventurous playgrounds and stroller-friendly paths lead through the green lung of Waiblingen, embedded in a picturesque landscape. For the little explorers, there is the Bee Information House, which offers exciting insights into the world of bees. A day in the floodplain is filled with games, fun and relaxation for the whole family.