Day out in Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Hiking and cycling around the Siebenmühlental

14 routes right next to the trade fair and airport: through orchards, forests and the valley of mills – with stops at historic mills.

  • 11 hikes
  • 3 bike tours
  • 6.5–22 km

Route map

All routes at a glance

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Schematic line – start points are exact, the route is approximate.

Food in the valley

The mills with restaurants

Eselsmühle

Eselsmühle

Erstmals erwähnt 1451

Die einzige Mühle im Tal, in der noch gemahlen wird. Bekannt für das Gmelin-Brot aus Demeter-Getreide, gebacken im Holzofen. Mit Hofladen, Wasserrad und Eseln.

Eselsmühle 1, Musberg

Opening hours

Apr. – Dez.
Di – So 12 – 23 Uhr
Jan. – März
So – Do 12 – 21 Uhr
Fr/Sa bis 22 Uhr
Ruhetag
Montag
Partner
Mäulesmühle

Mäulesmühle

Erstmals erwähnt 1383, heutiger Bau von 1819

Mühlenmuseum mit funktionsfähigem Mahlwerk von 1819, sonntags um 17 Uhr in Betrieb. Bio-Restaurant mit Biergarten und Bühne der Komede-Scheuer.

Mäulesmühle 2, Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Opening hours

Mi – Fr
17 – 22 Uhr
Sa, So
12 – 21 Uhr
Ruhetag
Mo und Di
Partner
SchlösslesmühlePhoto coming soon

Schlösslesmühle

Erstmals erwähnt 1451

An der historischen „Schweizer Straße“ gelegen. Den Namen verdankt sie dem herrschaftlich wirkenden Staffelgiebel.

Schlösslesmühle 1, Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Opening hours

Mi – Fr
12 – 20 Uhr
Sa, So
11 – 19 Uhr
Ruhetag
Mo und Di
Website
KochenmühlePhoto coming soon

Kochenmühle

Erstmals erwähnt 1451, Gebäude von 1702

Als Kulturdenkmal ausgewiesen. Heute Gaststätte mit Biergarten mitten im unteren Siebenmühlental.

Kochenmühle 1, Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Opening hours

Fr
15 – 22 Uhr
Sa
11 – 22 Uhr
So, Feiertage
11 – 20 Uhr
Ruhetag
Mo bis Do

After the tour

After the tour: end the day in Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Restaurants, hotels and bars in Leinfelden-Echterdingen – curated for business travellers and trade fair visitors.

Eselsmühle
Cafés, Event venues, Swabian cuisine
Eselsmühle
4,2(977)

The Eselsmühle in Leinfelden-Echterdingen delights visitors with its distinctive blend of bakery, restaurant and cosy café. Visitors appreciate the beautiful courtyard with a free-roaming rooster and even donkeys to pet, creating a special atmosphere. The intricate decor and varied offerings make a visit a real experience. Whether you choose a cappuccino or fresh cake, the friendly staff ensure an enjoyable visit from start to finish. A walk in the nearby forest rounds off the visit. The mill is also available for celebrations and team events.

Eselsmühle 1, 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

ParkingGood for groups
Restaurant Mäulesmühle
Swabian cuisine
Restaurant Mäulesmühle

The Mäulesmühle in Leinfelden-Echterdingen embodies genuine Swabian hospitality: honest cooking, quality craftsmanship and an atmosphere that invites you to settle in. Surrounded by nature yet easy to reach, it is a special place for anyone looking to slow down and savour the moment after an intense day at work or a trade fair. At its heart is traditional Swabian cuisine – homemade, down-to-earth and prepared with great attention to detail, using high-quality regional ingredients and recipes that have evolved over generations and are now given a contemporary interpretation. Rather than an overloaded menu, there is a carefully curated selection of classic dishes; vegetarian and vegan options also have a firm place. Whether for an evening in green surroundings, a business dinner or a convivial gathering with colleagues and friends, the Mäulesmühle brings together tradition, nature and culinary enjoyment in a special way.

Mäulesmühle 2, 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

ZimtZucker
Bistro, Cafés
ZimtZucker
4,8(589)

ZimtZucker in Echterdingen is much more than a café – here, a lovingly designed setting meets culinary passion. Michael and his team treat guests to fine coffee specialties, tempting cakes, homemade gâteau creations and varied lunch options. A personalized gourmet breakfast or little moments of indulgence throughout the day make every visit special. ZimtZucker is an ideal place for afterwork get-togethers, relaxing breaks after the trade fair or informal business conversations; unusual gifts and treasures let guests take a little piece of happiness home with them. Thanks to its central location near the trade fair grounds, airport and numerous hotels in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, the café is ideal for trade fair and conference attendees, business guests and food lovers from the region.

Hauptstraße 73, 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Terrace
Waldgasthof Schmellbachtal
Event venues, Swabian cuisine
Waldgasthof Schmellbachtal
4,5(406)

Surrounded by greenery yet close to the city, Schmellbachtal in Leinfelden-Echterdingen is a place of peace, relaxation and warm hospitality. Nestled in the idyllic landscape between woods and meadows, the establishment invites you to enjoy a delightful break – ideal for unwinding after an intensive day at a trade fair, conference or work. The restaurant delights guests with regional, seasonal cuisine prepared with love and care. Whether you are dining on the terrace, enjoying a sociable evening after work in the conservatory or attending a festive event in the stylish function room – hospitality and culinary enjoyment come together naturally here. The popular Kletterwald Schmellbachtal, just a few steps away, offers excitement, team spirit and fun in the fresh air – ideal for company outings and team events. Modern rooms and professional support are available for company celebrations, conferences and private events. The trade fair grounds, airport and A8 are just a few minutes away.

Im Schmellbachtal 1, 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Deutschland

TerraceGood for groupsMeeting venues
All addresses in Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Routes based on the Guest Guide “Wandern und Radfahren” by Dieter Buck, City of Leinfelden-Echterdingen.