Our simple, family-run Hotel Goldener Ochsen in Goeppingen - Hohenstaufen, between Schwaebisch Gmuend and Goeppingen, was first mentioned in a document in 1785 and rents out 8 simple hotel rooms, all of which are equipped with shower and WC in the room.
For environmental reasons and to protect allergy sufferers, we do not provide any hygiene and care products and ask you to bring your own hygiene and care products.
Dear guests, please understand that out of consideration for our other guests, smoking and pets are unfortunately not permitted in our hotel rooms.
Our hotel is the perfect starting point for a hike to the summit of Hohenstaufen, which you can reach in about 20 minutes on foot.
From the top of Hohenstaufen Mountain, you can revel in the breathtaking views of the picturesque Fils and Rems valley.
The area around Hohenstaufen, Stuifen and Rechberg is ideal for long cycling and hiking tours.
We will be happy to help you by telephone in German if you have any questions or would like to make a booking.
Arrival only by prior arrangement by telephone on +49(0)7165 8062.
Please note that we only accept cash payments.
A proper invoice or receipt will of course be issued.
We, the Hermann Mayer family, warmly welcome you and look forward to your visit to the Ochsen.
Room Prices:
Single room with ensuite shower facilities* 54,00 € - 104,00 €
Double room with ensuite shower facilities* 92,00 € - 138,00 €
* = no transfer, no credit cards, only cash
Our hotel is a perfect starting point for hiking enthusiasts who want to explore the summit of Hohenstaufen – a destination that can be comfortably reached on foot in about 20 minutes.
Once at the top, a spectacular panoramic view of the idyllic Fils and Rems valleys awaits you.
The Hohenstaufen mountain, an impressive cone-shaped peak with a height of 684 meters, forms the westernmost elevation of the three Kaiserberge (Emperor Mountains), alongside Stuifen and Rechberg, picturesquely situated between the Rems Valley to the north and the Fils Valley to the south.
The name “Staufen” originates from the old term “Stauf,” which describes a pointed, conical mountain.
The Hohenstaufen castle ruins, once the ancestral stronghold of the powerful Staufer dynasty, sit atop the striking Hohenstaufen mountain in the heart of Stauferland.
Today, only remnants of the once-proud hilltop castle remain, yet they offer a fascinating glimpse into history.
Built around 1070 by Duke Friedrich I of Swabia, the castle was a significant center of medieval power and politics.
The Spielburg, a striking rock formation on the southwestern slope of Hohenstaufen, is part of a protected nature reserve in Goeppingen.
It captivates with its geological history and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and landscapes.
With its unique flora and fauna, the Spielburg is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers.
The scenically unique and highly popular heath-like dry habitat “Spielburg Nature Reserve” belongs to the Hohenstaufen district and is a favored local recreation area.
A notable feature is the slab of White Jurassic limestone that broke off about 2 million years ago during a landslide from the then-extending Swabian Alb escarpment, now forming the core of the nature reserve.
The limestone was quarried in several stone pits until the mid-1950s, which now serve as so-called secondary biotopes.
In the northern part of the area, there are dolines (sinkholes).
On the limestone of the landslide, a heath-like dry habitat developed with diverse structural elements: rocks, scree slopes, semi-dry grasslands, hedges, small woodlands, orchards, and wet zones alternate on a small scale, creating a unique habitat for numerous rare plant and animal species.
The flora and fauna include around 250 plant species, including rare ones like silver thistle, bee orchid, and fringed gentian, about 50 bird species such as red-backed shrike, various warblers, and woodpeckers, butterflies like swallowtail, painted lady, and peacock, and reptiles such as grass snake, smooth snake, and slow worm.
A special tip is the Loewenpfad Spielburg-Runde hike, a certified, approximately 3.5-kilometer trail that connects the Spielburg with Goeppingen’s local mountain.
This tour is ideal for families and anyone who wants to enjoy nature at a leisurely pace.
The Waescherburg (also known as Waescherschloss or Waescherschloessle) in Waescherhof, a district of Waeschenbeuren (Goeppingen district, Baden-Wuerttemberg), was built between 1220 and 1250.
Perched at 436 meters above the Beutental valley, this hilltop castle offers a clear view of the Hohenstaufen.
Lorch Monastery sits on a ridge in the picturesque Rems Valley, located between Stuttgart and Aalen.
The expansive complex, with its characteristic ring wall, bears witness to the impressive legacy of the once-powerful Staufer family.
The surrounding area offers countless opportunities for hiking and cycling tours to suit all levels.
The region is also ideal for multi-day tours, promising unforgettable nature experiences.
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