The Neufville Tower is the perfect Eppstein destination for a short hike (15-20 minutes), which can be taken even with young children. Walk up the narrow paved road behind the train station. Stay on the paved road rather than going to your right towards Villa Anna or to your left on the Panorama Path. A small café in the tower serves lattes and cake on the weekends and holidays from April to September (1-6 p.m.).
For years I'd seen the illuminated old tower from our balcony and just assumed it was a medieval watchtower set in the hills. Once I learned it was built by the wealthy banking family who built Villa Anna in the 1880s, I supposed the tower was a romantic destination for strolls around the family's grounds. In fact, it was built in 1894 to house their private art collection and to serve as their "Jagdhaus" (hunting lodge).
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