Best backpacking trails in Herbrechtingen
3.5(2 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Herbrechtingen 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
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·18.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Albschäferweg, starting in Anhausen and ending in Gerstetten. Climbing through beech forests and the Kießental, the path reaches the historic Heldenfinger Kliff, an ancient marine cliff with fossilized shellfish traces. Passing a local sheep farm, the route leads through the quiet Hungerbrunnental valley with its intermittent karst spring, continuing through the Gassen and Säubere valleys to the Eglenseen lakes on the plateau. Wild camping is prohibited along the...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·62.9 km·Est. 15.5–17 hrThis route follows the second stage of the Albtal Cycle Route and connects Herbrechtingen with Deggingen in Germany. Starting in Herbrechtingen, the cycle route passes the historic monastery and the ‘Heldenfinger’ fossil cliff on its way towards Gerstetten. The route continues through the peaceful Zillerforst, passes the Eyb spring in the Roggental valley and the half-timbered town of Geislingen an der Steige, before ending in Deggingen. Wild camping is strictly prohibited; overnight stays...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Herbrechtingen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Herbrechtingen is Albtal Cycle Route Stage 2: Herbrechtingen – Deggingen. This trail is estimated to be 62.9 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Herbrechtingen?
Herbrechtingen: With an ascent of 1,224 m, Albtal Cycle Route Stage 2: Herbrechtingen – Deggingen has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Albschäferweg Stage 3: Anhausen - Gerstetten with 438 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Herbrechtingen?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Herbrechtingen is Albschäferweg Stage 3: Anhausen - Gerstetten with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
