Best cave trails in Gingen an der Fils
4.6(12 reviews)
Explore the most popular cave trails near Gingen an der Fils with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 5.0 (6)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route is Stage 4 of the Albtraufgänger trail and runs from Gingen an der Fils to Geislingen an der Steige. The trail crosses the Felsental Nature Reserve with its striking rock formations and leads to the Kuhfelsen viewpoint, offering views across the Eybtal valley. Walkers pass the historic ruins of Helfenstein Castle and the Ödenturm before the stage ends in Geislingen’s old town. Accommodation is available at guesthouses and hotels in Gingen and Geislingen, as wild camping is...
- 4.1 (6)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. It's pure nature as soon as you leave the idyllic village of Gingen an der Fils behind you. The circular hiking trail 2 runs through hillside forests and orchards. The route also leads up to Gingen's local mountain "Hohenstein", from where you can see as far as the Stuttgart region on a clear day. Highlights of the hike: - Hohenstein - Views of the Filstal valley and the Alb foreland - Orchard meadows
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Gingen an der Fils?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Gingen an der Fils is Albtraufgänger Stage 4: Gingen Fils – Geislingen. This trail is estimated to be 17.4 km long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Gingen an der Fils?
Gingen an der Fils: With an ascent of 700 m, Albtraufgänger Stage 4: Gingen Fils – Geislingen has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Loop trail 2: Hohenstein - Tegelberg - Kuchalb with 573 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail with caves in Gingen an der Fils?
The most popular and difficult trail with caves in Gingen an der Fils is Albtraufgänger Stage 4: Gingen Fils – Geislingen with a 5.0-star rating from 6 reviews.
