Schura in the Upper Schönbach Valley: Village History

Schura between the Valley and Local History

Schura lies in the Upper Schönbach Valley, whose landscape is characterized by gentle slopes. The Schönbach flows through the municipal area and is also known to locals as the Elta. The valley, slopes, and stream give the landscape a distinct setting; the second name, Elta, also reflects local usage. If you would like to consider landscape and history together when choosing a destination, Schura offers both right in the village: its location in the valley and several links to its past.

Historic Routes and Ecclesiastical Traces

A local account from the 19th century describes a Roman road that ran from Trossingen as the “green path” and “church path” through the eastern part of Schura, over the Römlinsbühl, and toward Lupfen. The account thus records both the traditional names and the historic route through eastern Schura.

A Tuttlingen cellar and estate register from 1570 mentions a chapel in Schura dedicated to Saint Andrew. Schura’s church was built in 1737 in just over half a year. Taken together, these are two references from different periods: the mention of a chapel and the later construction of the church. The Protestant Parish of Trossingen invites visitors to services at Schura Church. If you plan to attend a service, check the current schedule.

Village Festival and Community Life

The village festival takes place in Schura every two years. Even after its incorporation into the city of Trossingen in 1971, the village has retained its identity; the civic municipality, the parish, and the clubs all play an active and harmonious part in this. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the specific date when making your plans.

In the Wider Destination of Trossingen

Trossingen also offers its own cultural attractions. The German Harmonica Museum presents more than 25,000 harmonicas and accordions, advertising catalogs, and other documents across more than 800 square meters, in an accessible setting. Its exhibits include numerous rare harmonicas, the world’s largest playable button accordion, and the 1931 “Hohner Magic – Organa” musical automaton, which combines an accordion and drums. The Auberlehaus Museum in Trossingen focuses on local history as well as dinosaurs.

The Kesselhaus cultural center in Trossingen was once the power station of Matth. Hohner AG and opened as an event venue in 2002. It hosts blues, jazz, and cabaret events. Check separately which events are taking place on your travel dates.

For walks and bike rides, the Gauger recreational area in Trossingen offers trails, a wildlife enclosure, and a playground for small children. Another seasonal destination, the TROASE natural swimming pool, is on the western outskirts of Trossingen and operates from May to September. Check the current seasonal dates before visiting.

For the wider travel overview: Tuttlingen.