Best backpacking trails in Stuttgart
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Stuttgart 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 (8)·Hard·29.9 km·Est. 9–9.5 hrPopular hiking event near Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. This is the 30 km route of the popular Stuttgart IPA march. Other distances of the IPA march are the 10 km, 20 km and 40 km. Highlights of the walk: - Red deer park near Stuttgart - Bärensee lake with Bärenschlössle castle - Wartberg - Höhenpark Killesberg
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·60.7 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrVaried loop trail near Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg. A more than 60 km long loop that connects Feuerbach with Stuttgart and Esslingen am Neckar. Several train stations as well as places to stay overnight and stop for refreshments give hikers the opportunity to complete the route as a multi-day tour or to hike only individual sections. Highlights of the hike: - Stuttgart - Esslingen am Neckar - several viewing platforms - Rotwildpark near Stuttgart - Baerensee - Neckar
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·339.9 km·Est. 24 hr+This is a great and challenging tour organised by the RTC Stuttgart. Over several days and stages, it takes you from Stuttgart into the ups and downs of the northern Black Forest and through the strenuous sections of the Nagold and Enz valleys. Climbs of up to 10% await. The ferry then takes you across to France. You return to Stuttgart via Baiersbronn and Wildberg.
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·99.1 km·Est. 24 hr+Popular long-distance hike near Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. The route suggested here follows the course of the event "Megamarsch Stuttgart". More information about the event can be found under "Tips". The official starting point is the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart. This circular route is recommended as a bicycle or trekking tour divided into several relaxed daily stages. There are places to stay overnight and places to stop for refreshments. The route can be reached by bus and train...
- Hard·85.5 km·Est. 20.5–22.5 hrStage 3 of the Neckar Valley cycle route. The penultimate day's tour of the Neckar Valley Cycle Route starts in the Stuttgart suburb of Bad Canstatt, making it a good idea to spend a little time in the Baden-Württemberg metropolis before setting off on today's stage. Whether it's the harbour, Wilhelma or simply a stroll through the city centre. A stop in Heilbronn is also worthwhile on the way to the day's destination of Bad Wimpfen. Highlights: - Stuttgart: Stuttgart Wilhelma, Rosenstein...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Stuttgart?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Stuttgart is RTC Stuttgart - Strasbourg. This trail is estimated to be 339.9 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Stuttgart?
Stuttgart: With an ascent of 7,310 m, RTC Stuttgart - Strasbourg has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Megamarsch Stuttgart 2019 with 2,285 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Stuttgart?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Stuttgart is IPA March Stuttgart (30 km, 2022) with a 4.7-star rating from 8 reviews.
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- Nymphensee
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