Best cave trails in Germany

Popular, multifaceted circular hiking trail near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. The hike through the Partnach Gorge is among the most beautiful in the Alps. The gorge, declared a natural monument, is the natural outflow of the Schneeferner, the remains of a glacier on the Zugspitzplatt. The Partnach Gorge itself is about 700 meters long and, in places, more than 80 meters deep, making it an excellent attraction for the whole family. Children, in particular, will enjoy the many tunnels and...

Panoramic, exciting hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike includes a ferry ride. Information about the crossing and ferry times should be obtained in advance. The tour has a lot to offer over a very short distance. It starts in Rathen and first leads up numerous steps to the medieval rock castle of Neurathen. Along the way, you can enjoy marvellous views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate onto the...

Family-friendly circular route in the Südeifel Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate A nature experience is guaranteed on this varied circular hike. Where millions of years ago there was still a sea, today you will find the boulders, towers and rock crevices of the Ferschweiler Plateau, which received their current, bizarre shapes during the last ice age. One of the best-known of these fantastic rock formations is the Teufelsschlucht, which is accessible all year round and is hiked through on...

This route is stage 2 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from Stadt Wehlen across the world-famous Bastei to Hohnstein. Highlights include the iconic Bastei Bridge with expansive views, Lake Amsel, and the spectacular Wolf's Gorge (Wolfsschlucht) in the Polenz Valley before the path ends at Hohnstein Castle. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Stadt Wehlen or Hohnstein; camping is prohibited within the...

Scenic out-and-back walk in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxony, Germany The tour starts at the Bastei car park and leads to the famous Felsenburg. On the way, magnificent views of the rocky natural landscape can be enjoyed and there are many sights worth seeing. The tour continues through the "Felsentor" (rock gate) to the Bastei Bridge. There is the famous view of the Elbe from the viewing platform on the Bastei Rock. Once at the top, there is a fantastic panoramic view of the Tafel...

Varied hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. This popular circular hike starts at the market square in the town of Wehlen and leads along beautiful forest paths to the famous sandstone formations. It can also be comfortably reached by bus. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill past the Steinerner Tisch to the bastion. There you can linger a little and enjoy the view. You return via the spa town of Rathen, Altrathen Castle along the Elbe to the starting point of the...

Impressive hike through the Leutasch Gorge from Mittenwald in Bavaria. This route leads on an elevated footpath through the beautiful Leutasch Gorge. The path offers a magnificent view of the Leutasch and a waterfall. In Gletscherschliff, there is the possibility to take a break and enjoy the landscape. There is parking in the hiking car park in Mittenwald. It takes about 25 minutes on an easy route to the gorge. The gorge is open daily in the summer months between May and...

Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This beautiful circular route starts and ends at the hikers' car park on Rathener Strasse and leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland. Great views can be enjoyed at the Wehlsteinaussicht, for example. The paths around the Felsenburg, the Bastei, and the Schwedenlöcher are prevalent on sunny days and weekends. We recommend visiting during the week, if possible, for hikers who long for peace...

Varied Grafensteig trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg The hike on this certified premium hiking trail begins at the Maisental car park, which is subject to a charge. A variety of attractions await you on the varied route around the Runden Berg: Picturesque meadow valleys, some forest sections and several waterfalls worth seeing make the waterfall trail near Bad Urach, which is one of the Grafensteig trails, a real experience. The marvellous views from the slide rock are also not to...

Rocky premium hiking trail near Ernzen, Rhineland-Palatinate This circular trail is a certified premium hiking trail. Gorges and gorges in the rock bastions of the Ferschweiler plateau - especially the 28-metre-deep Teufelsschlucht (Devil's Gorge) - reveal the impressive elemental force of nature. But this spectacular route offers even more. At 140 metres, the clear water of the Prüm fights its way between mighty boulders. A hiking bridge offers fascinating views of the rapids and the...