Best river trails in Herbrechtingen

Popular circular routel in the Eselsburger Tal nature reserve, Baden-Württemberg. The Eselsburg Valley is not only interesting in terms of nature conservation, but is also a special place in terms of cultural history: people have hunted and gathered here since the Stone Age, as evidenced by more than 10 cultural monuments. This hike, which runs directly along the Brenz for long stretches, provides an exciting insight into both the cultural history and the picturesque natural surroundings....

Idyllic hike in the Eselsburg Valley, Baden-Württemberg. The magnificent Eselsburger Tal river valley is located near Herbrechtingen. This destination in unspoilt nature is ideal for nature lovers. The Brenz flows around the Buigen mountain. The route starts in Herbrechtingen. The route can also start at the railway station in Herbrechtingen. From there, the route follows the course of the Brenz southwards through the beautiful valley. Highlights along the route include the Stone Maiden,...

This 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...

This 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...