Best long trails in Steinheim am Albuch

Right at the start, you have a magnificent view of the Steinheim basin from the Burgstall. The route leads through juniper heaths and a varied landscape and you can always learn interesting facts about the formation and geology of the crater basin. In between, there are places steeped in history and opportunities to take a break.

This route follows stage 5 of the Albschäferweg, starting at Schafhof Steinheim and ending in Zang. Departing the crater landscape near Steinheim, the trail passes a merino sheep farm and climbs the Hitzinger Steige toward the Zanger Berg. It leads through the Gnannental into the scenic Wental valley, famous for its mystifying Felsenmeer and bizarre dolomite rock formations, before reaching Zang. Wild camping is prohibited along the entire route, so overnight stays should be booked in advance...

Popular cycle tour in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg The KliffTour is a wonderful circular cycle tour through the Heidenheim Brenz region, starting at the railway station in Heidenheim (accessible by bus and train). You cycle through the picturesque Ugen valley to the Heldenfinger cliff, a 25-million-year-old rocky slope. If you want to find out more about the formation of the cliff, you can take a tour along the geological trail. Highlights of the cycle tour: - beautiful views -...