Title: At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 Apartment in Eckental with kitchen ## Photo gallery for At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 ![Interior - At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 (Eckental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98526700/98526640/d2f80ef5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 (Eckental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98526700/98526640/cb181ad9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 (Eckental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98526700/98526640/a7581c65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 (Eckental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98526700/98526640/177b710d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 (Eckental)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98526700/98526640/w1020h683x0y0-b245b1f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2377 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 Upscale studio apartment in the Nuremberg metropolitan region at the gateway to Franconian Switzerland! The perfect retreat for vacationers, business travelers or a longer stay. The apartment impresses with its stylish furnishings and high-quality equipment. Approx. 35sqm on the 1st floor. Fully equipped kitchen and daylight bathroom with rain shower. WiFi, TV and hairdryer are of course available. We look forward to seeing you. At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland. Franconian brewing and distilling culture (beer and schnapps) as well as Franconian culinary worlds of enjoyment. At the same time not far from the cities of Nuremberg and Erlangen with shopping opportunities, nightlife as well as art and culture. Bamberg, Bayreuth and Regensburg are ideal for day trips. The spectrum extends from hiking, climbing, amusement parks, canoeing to regional festivals, museums, opera and theater and much more. Complete renovation 2022/23 Automatically controlled shading, interactive temperature control and state-of-the-art technology Living in the countryside by the stream and at the same time central to the cities of Nuremberg, Erlangen and Forchheim On certain dates, bread is baked in the in-house oven, and there is always sociable bread on sticks around the campfire Other leisure options: High ropes course, outdoor swimming pools, Hundshaupten Zoo, Nuremberg Zoo Climbing paradise Franconian Switzerland (Franconian Jura) with over 1,000 rocks and over 10,000 climbing routes Theater and opera house, cinemas including Cinecitta Nuremberg Castle, Germanic National Museum Spring and autumn folk festivals as well as many church consecrations and festivals Rock in the park ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Eckental, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Exerzierplatz and Frankenweg Trail, while Siemens MedMuseum and Prehistory and Early History Collection at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at 1\. FC Nuremberg, or consider a night out at Theater in the Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Eckental travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eckental.dx3000034058) [View more Apartments in Eckental](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eckental-Apartments.d3000034058-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.59798%2C11.22127&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UeOBw2jqcRi1Je51h0v71a-rG2g=) Eckental, BY ### What's nearby - ![Nuremberg Castle showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073683/a43c1c58-aa28-44a3-a4ff-fbdeb6e6afa2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nuremberg Castle 25 min drive \- 16.9 miles - ![Christkindlesmarkt Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563229206/471c0675-e65e-46cd-bdbf-c345bab20bda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nuremberg Christmas Market 26 min drive \- 17.3 miles - Golfclub Erlangen 4 min drive \- 2.8 miles - Krankenhaus Lauf - Krankenhäuser Nürnberger Land GmbH 13 min drive \- 7.9 miles - University of Erlangen 20 min drive \- 12.1 miles ### Getting around - Forth Station 12 min walk - Nuremberg (NUE-Nuremberg Airport) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Lindenbräu 9 min drive - Restaurant Sokrates 11 min walk - Polsters Klosterhof 8 min drive - Gasthof zur Post 8 min drive - Restaurant Kavala 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3? ### What time is check-in at At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3? ### What time is check-out at At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3? ### Where is At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## At the gateway to Franconian Switzerland - Studio Apartment - SchwabachAuen 3 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manuela Tanja S. 10 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kurztrip Sehr schön! ##### Manuela Tanja S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manfred A. 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### sehr gute Ausstattung Sehr gute Ausstattung; die Regendusche finde ich rattenscharf (es geht aber auch normal). ##### Manfred A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ---