Kreuzthal: Forest Landscapes, the Glasius Trail and Local History

Kreuzthal lies in a forested part of the Allgäu Alpine Foothills. Key features of the village include the Adelegg’s glassmaking history, the Glasius Trail, the Catholic parish church of St. Martin, and local amenities such as a natural outdoor pool and village shop. This brings together landscapes, culture and local points of interest when planning a trip.

Forest, the Eschach Valley and the Adelegg

The border between Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg runs through Kreuzthal along the Eschach Valley, separating the hills of the Adelegg there. The Eschach Valley marks the route followed by the state border; as it passes through the village, the border divides the Adelegg hills. The valley, border and hills give Kreuzthal a distinctive geographical setting.

The Glasius Trail and the history of glassmaking

The Glasius Trail is just over 4 km long and has 16 play and information stations about the history of glassmaking in the Adelegg. The stations are modeled on historical examples and tell the story of the “Age of Glass” from 1654 to 1898. This time period places the subject in its historical context; the stations combine educational content with play and information elements. The trail is therefore a good option for travelers looking to combine a walk with a clearly defined cultural theme.

You can start the trail in Kreuzthal at the Gasthof Kreuz inn. Before setting out, check access rules and current route information; details may change if the trail is revised.

St. Martin’s: building history and archaeological findings

The Catholic parish church of St. Martin is a historic building dating from 1746, with a timber structure that is shingled on the outside and plastered on the inside. Its design thus combines an exterior shingle covering with a plastered interior. Medieval and early modern archaeological findings have also been discovered in the area around the church and its cemetery. They add further historical layers to the building’s history.

Swimming facilities and Kreuzthaler Krämle

The Kreuzthal swimming pool has an outdoor volleyball court; its availability may depend on the season. The natural outdoor pool in Kreuzthal has a children’s pool, which may also vary seasonally. Check the latest conditions before visiting.

The “Kreuzthaler Krämle” range at the Kreuzthal village shop includes herbal teas, honey, fruit spreads, chutneys, herb salts, various syrups, Adelegg schnapps and Demeter-quality goat’s cheese. The selection ranges from teas and syrups to spreads and seasonings, as well as schnapps and cheese. Stock and the range may change.

The wider destination of Buchenberg

The old St. Nicholas Church in Buchenberg stands on the heights above the Glasbach Valley. Its exact construction date is unknown; much points to it having been built after 1122. The frescoes date from the first quarter of the 15th century. This distinguishes the uncertain dating of the building from the more precise dating of the frescoes.

The Historic Farms and Mills Walking Trail, developed by the local history association, runs through the Glasbach Valley; information boards mark former sites. The soil nature trail is a 1.6 km circular route through Wirlinger Forest. Nine stations explore the functions of soil, and walk-through soil profiles bring the subject to life.

The Buchenberg Local History Museum invites young and old alike to experience stories with all their senses, be amazed, learn and enjoy.

Discover more destinations: Ahegg.

View the wider travel overview: Buchenberg.