Best forest trails in Schwäbisch Gmünd
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Schwäbisch Gmünd with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.7 (17)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly quality trail in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg. The Waldkugelbahn trail is a certified quality hiking trail in the Taubental recreational forest north of Schwäbisch Gmünd. It is an ideal tour for a trip with the whole family! Thirty-one interactive stations await visitors on the simple circular route, and the forest discovery walkway can also be easily managed with a stroller. A unique attraction is the “Himmelsgarten” landscape and family park, where a water...
- 3.9 (9)·Hard·15.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail on the Swabian Alb You should definitely bring some stamina with you, as it goes up and down a few times - at the end, however, the effort is rewarded and you have a great view of the landscapes of the Swabian Alb with the Dreikaiserberge view. You can stop for refreshments at the Knörzerhaus and the Franz-Keller-Haus, for example. Highlights: -Limestone sculptures on the "Path of Reflection" - Juniper heaths - Galgenberg with summit cross
- 3.8 (5)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular route to Stubenberg Castle, Baden-Württemberg. The circular route starts in Oberbettringen and leads across fields and meadows as well as small villages up to Stubenberg Castle in the forest. There are great views from the hill. You return via Oberer Lauchhof and Unterer Lauchhof. Highlights: - Stubenberg Castle - Beautiful views
- 4.6 (3)·Hard·42 kmPopular running event near Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg. The AlbMarathon in Schwäbisch Gmünd has been on the annual calendar of many ultramarathon running fans since 1991. This is the course from 2009, which takes runners from Schwäbisch Gmünd through breathtaking landscapes and over the three imperial mountains of Hohenstaufen, Rechberg and Stuifen. Up-to-date information on the event can be found directly from the organiser (see "Tips"). Highlights of the route: - Schwäbisch...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Schwäbisch Gmünd?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Schwäbisch Gmünd is AlbMarathon 2009. This trail is estimated to be 42.0 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Schwäbisch Gmünd?
Schwäbisch Gmünd: With an ascent of 1,158 m, AlbMarathon 2009 has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is 18. Gmünder Tagespost Rechberglauf 2008 with 1,012 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Schwäbisch Gmünd?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Schwäbisch Gmünd is Kaltes Feld Weg with a 3.9-star rating from 9 reviews.
