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The Kaltentalweiher wetland was designed in the 1976 nature conservation year as a contribution by the Baden-Württemberg State Forestry Administration to the "Protection of European Wetlands" program and was created between 1977 and 1979. In an elongated oval, the wetland with its natural bays blends harmoniously into the floodplain. Even the main dam is so cleverly hidden in a shallow embankment that it does not disturb the natural landscape. The pond is about 300 meters long and 80 meters wide. Without the small island, its water surface is about 1.1 hectares. Many rare animal species have settled in the wetland. An excellent observation area has been created here for those interested in zoology and biology. Behind the large pond, there is a smaller pond through which the Kaltentalbach stream flows into the large pond. The Kaltentalbach originates from a karst spring, the Kaltentalquelle.

The Kaltentalhäusle is popularly known as „Villa Hügel“. It is reminiscent of the royal forester Philipp Freiherr von Hügel (1812-1887). From 1857-1878, von Hügel was the chief forest official of Urach. He had the Villa Hügel built in 1864. Behind the Kaltentalhäusle, he created a beautiful garden. He named the garden „Marienwahl“. Popular legend says that he had the Villa Hügel and garden built in honor of the king's daughter, Marie Princess von Württemberg (1816-1887). The princess probably visited the forester in Urach quite often. The Villa Hügel, according to popular legend, was likely a romantic love nest for the forester and the king's daughter. The windows of the small half-timbered house are turned away from the path that runs past it. This is also suggested by a separate room, which was probably intended to hide the princess's stately steed.

Modern observation tower on an open Alb plateau with a panoramic view over fields, forests and the edge of the Swabian Jura. Located directly on the Celtic Experience Trail.

Natural Garden A Place Full of Life Directly opposite the customer center is our ALB-GOLD natural garden - a real oasis for herb lovers and gourmets. From April to November, an impressive variety of herbs, medicinal plants and colorful flowers awaits you on two hectares. Relax in this green world of experience and take part in our individual themed tours about herbs and medicinal plants. Learn interesting facts about the diverse uses of herbs in everyday life and be inspired by the natural power of herbs. Also visit our popular herb market on site, where you can discover fresh culinary herbs, practical garden tools, handmade soaps and much more. The ALB-GOLD natural garden is the perfect place for anyone who wants to experience herbs, enjoy them and learn more about the natural plant world. We look forward to your visit! Source: https://www.alb-gold.de/kundenzentrum/naturgarten.html

Welcome to the ALB-GOLD Customer Center! Discover our world of pasta and Spätzle – taste our delicacies and take a look behind the scenes. Learn all about our sustainable philosophy and the careful production of our products. Take advantage of the informative tour, ask your questions about pasta, healthy eating and sustainable agriculture – our team will be happy to share their know-how with you. In our cozy atmosphere, you can not only enjoy, but also purchase selected products directly on site and take a piece of ALB-GOLD home with you. Look forward to a relaxing time with us – we are happy to inspire you with a passion for quality and sustainability. Source: https://www.alb-gold.de/kundenzentrum.html

Landslide “Mössingen-Öschingen” (Landhaussiedlung) Following prolonged heavy rainfall, especially from May 31, 2013 to June 2, 2013, with up to 160 mm of precipitation, and unusually wet preceding months, a landslide occurred on Sunday, June 2, 2013, at approximately 8:00 p.m. on the edge of the Swabian Alps in the Mössingen-Öschingen district, below the Roßberg mountain in the Dachslochberg and Roßstaig areas. (In analogy to previous usage in connection with the “Mössingen-Öschingen” event, the term landslide will continue to be used. By definition, it is a landslide.) Approximately half a million cubic meters of soil and rock masses moved downhill over an area of more than nine hectares, covering a length of about 500 m and a width of up to 300 m. The depth of the sliding surfaces varies, according to the findings of the boreholes, from a few meters to 17 meters below the ground surface (averaging 7–10 meters). In the erosion zone (landslide), the upper third of the landslide, the ground surface is now up to 13 meters lower than the former slope surface. In contrast, in the deposition zone (landslide), the lower two-thirds of the landslide, the slid soil and rock masses have accumulated up to 10 meters above the original ground surface. This event is understood as the reactivation of a landslide movement that likely occurred centuries or even millennia ago. Source: https://lgrbwissen.lgrb-bw.de/ingenieurgeologie/massenbewegungen/hangrutschungen-rutschen/hangrutschungen-im-grenzbereich-des-mitteljuras-zum-oberjura-am-albtrauf/bergrutsch-moessingen-oeschingen-landhaussiedlung

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