Best cave trails in Meßstetten
4.4(64 reviews)
Explore the most popular cave trails near Meßstetten 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
- 4.5 (33)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrCertified premium "Traufgang" hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This premium hiking trail is part of the "Traufgänge auf der Schwäbischen Alb" and leads past Celtic ruins, prehistoric buildings and colourful wildflowers. The fairytale ascent offers wonderful views of the surrounding Eyachtal valley. The trail leads along the babbling Lauterbach stream and then through a wild and romantic gorge to the Hossinger ladder - an iron staircase that has to be climbed. Good shoes...
- 4.1 (14)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting, varied tour in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This interesting circular trail leads through wild and romantic gorges, idyllic forests and up the Hossinger Leiter. From there you have incredible, picturesque panoramic views over Hossingen, the Traufgang and the incredible landscape. If you wish, you can also make a detour to the former smugglers' cave in the Muisloch rock. Highlights of the tour: - Ascent of the Hossinger ladder - Panoramic view from the Muisloch...
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrScenic, idyllic circular route in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. South of Stuttgart, this route leads to the Lochenhörnle. The Schindlerlucke viewpoint is also passed on the way back. This circular route on the heights of the Swabian Jura offers some impressive views. The landscape alternates between forest and meadow. Highlights of the tour: - Hörnle viewpoint - To the Hohle Backofen - Schinderlucke viewpoint
- 4.1 (2)·Hard·15.3 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This circular trail is one of the HochAlbPaths. The hiking trail offers magnificent views over the Black Forest to the west and the Alb foreland to the east. From the Heimberg hiking car park, the trail leads through a variety of forests and along the edge of green meadows. A special feature of the area are the typical ramparts on the Gräbelesberg. A certain degree of surefootedness is required for this...
- 4.8 (4)·Hard·23.8 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrHistorical section of the Hohenzollernweg long-distance hiking trail (stage 9). This beautiful section has a length of 23.7 km and is the ninth part of an 11-stage route that starts in Meßstetten. The trail is well signposted throughout and takes you through varied landscapes with panoramic views. There are also plenty of places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Meßstetten - Hossingen - Hörnle viewpoint (956 metres) - Plettenberg - Reservoir -...
- Hard·26.4 km·Est. 9–10 hrStage 9 of the long-distance hiking trail "Donau-Zollernalb-Weg", Baden-Württemberg. This is the ninth stage of the Donau-Zollernalb-Weg quality trail, which runs for almost 160 kilometres from Beuron in the Danube valley to Lemberg and crosses the highest part of the Swabian Alb. The ninth and longest stage of the long-distance hiking trail starts in Meßstetten. The hike ends in Schömberg. You climb several mountain ranges, from which you can enjoy fantastic views of Tübingen and the...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Meßstetten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Meßstetten is Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 9: Meßstetten - Schömberg. This trail is estimated to be 26.4 km long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Meßstetten?
Meßstetten: With an ascent of 1,018 m, Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 9: Meßstetten - Schömberg has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Hohenzollernweg Etappe 9: Meßstetten - Schömberg with 790 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail with caves in Meßstetten?
The most popular and difficult trail with caves in Meßstetten is Hossinger Hochalb with a 4.1-star rating from 2 reviews.