Schietingen: Church History, Blacksmith Museum and Cycle Path

Schietingen in the Steinach Valley

Schietingen is a clustered village in the Steinach Valley. Extensions of the village at its edges stretch along the slope on the left-hand side of the valley to the north and south. Apart from the steep valley slopes, the terrain within the municipal area is fairly flat. The description of the village thus brings together two distinct aspects: its clustered settlement form and predominantly flat terrain, with the steep valley slopes as an explicit exception.

Church history and services

St Nicholas Church in Schietingen was first mentioned as the Chapel of St Nicholas in 1535; the Protestant church dates from 1575 and was remodelled in 1782. The dates mark different stages: the chapel’s first mention, the Protestant church, and its later remodelling. A service is held in Schietingen’s traditional St Nicholas Church at 10:30 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month. If you plan to attend a service during your trip, check the specific date before you travel.

Old forge and historic crafts

The old forge, right on Schietingen’s village square, now houses a blacksmith museum showcasing historic blacksmithing. The church represents architectural and church history, while the museum showcases the historic craft of blacksmithing. Visitors interested in culture will find two distinct ways to explore Schietingen here.

Cycle path to Talheim

The cycle path from Talheim to Schietingen has been open for its full length to the public since 30 October 2025. A 660-metre section of this cycle path lies within Talheim’s municipal area and forms part of the everyday cycle route from Freudenstadt to Nagold. The path’s full availability applies to the route to Schietingen; the 660-metre length and its role in the everyday cycle route refer to the section within Talheim’s municipal area. This distinguishes the route to Schietingen from the role of the Talheim section in the cycle network.

Nagold: river, routes and history

In Nagold itself, the Nagold River flows right through the town and continues to shape its appearance today. There are many green spaces along the river. Walking routes lead through the old town, along the Nagold and up to the castle. The Nagold Valley Cycle Path runs from the source of the Nagold in the Black Forest to its confluence with the Enz in Pforzheim, passing right through Nagold. Route conditions may vary; check them before setting out.

Nagold’s history encompasses both an early fortification and centuries of trade: Schlossberg was already inhabited and fortified in Celtic times. Clothmaking and tanning were Nagold’s most important trades for centuries; the Nagold and Waldach rivers helped these industries develop. Regular guided tours of the history of the castle and Schlossberg are offered at Hohennagold Castle ruins. Check the latest dates before planning a visit.

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