Best trail running trails in Germany

Beautiful circular hiking trail near Langenberg, Black Forest Central/North Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. On this idyllic circular hike, you hike through the wild and romantic valley of the Gertelbach. The path leads over picturesque footbridges, numerous bridges along imposing rock formations, and of course, to impressive waterfalls. From the Wiedenfelsen, one can also enjoy an outstanding view over the Rhine Valley and the Vosges. There are places to stop and rest along the...

Picturesque circular hike near Schwangau, Bavaria. Beautiful circular hike along the shore of the popular Alpsee in Bavaria. This route is close to famous castles, so you can enjoy nature and culture at the same time in one day. The idyllic Alpsee, situated between soaring mountains, with its crystal-clear water is worth a visit at any time of the year. In warm temperatures, many benches invite you to linger. In summer, the lake is ideal for swimming. At the starting and ending point, the...

Varied, certified premium hiking trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The starting point is the large car park of the church in Hahnenklee near Goslar. There is a lot to experience and discover in a very short distance and the many varied landscapes make the hike an entertaining pleasure. Starting from the famous stave church, the path leads along picturesque forest ponds. This path owes its name to the numerous and lovingly placed benches along the route. Good signage (red symbol on...

Family-friendly Black Forest gourmet trail in the Central/North Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The Mummelsee-Hornisgrinde Trail offers numerous highlights. The short but varied route takes you around Lake Mummelsee, one of the outstanding attractions in the Central/North Black Forest Nature Park. Part of the route runs along a boardwalk through the Hornisgrinde upland moor. Of course, there are also magnificent views over the Black Forest: a clearing in the Lenderswald forest...

Popular circular hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This route, which is part of the "Tippeltouren Eifel", begins at Vogelsang Castle, where hikers interested in history like to take a look around. From there it leads to the Dreiborn plateau, which offers wonderful panoramic views of the nature of the national park. From there it goes down and a bit through the forest to the Urfttalsperre and along the lake back to the starting point. There is a restaurant at the visitor...

Popular, multifaceted walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to its proximity to Heidelberg, nature and the city can be enjoyed at the same time on the Philosopher´s Walk. The warm climate in this area, which is untypical for Germany, allows all kinds of exotic plants to grow: Japanese mistletoe, Spanish broom, Portuguese cherries, everything blooms a few weeks earlier on this path than in the valley. The path leads along the southern part of the Heiligenberg, on the banks of the...

Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the North Palatinate Uplands, Rhineland-Palatinate This easy but varied hike leads from Landstuhl to the ruins of Nanstein Castle and the Roman ruins of Heidenfelsen. Starting from Landstuhl, the stairs at the community center are the starting point, from where it goes through the Landstuhler Bruch to Nanstein Castle, the landmark of the Sickingen town of Landstuhl, which can be seen from afar. On the way, the route passes the "Herrengärtchen"...

This beautiful walk takes you all the way round Lake Titisee. Surrounded by the sights of the tourist attractions, you can enjoy the fantastic views across the deep-blue waters of the lake and the rolling hills in the background. On warm days, the blue lake offers a refreshing dip, and there are plenty of places to stop for a rest and refreshments along the way. The route passes through a small wooded area, but the majority of the walk follows tarmac roads and fine-gravel paths. In the...

Scenic hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this route, hikers experience in an impressive way how, in Monschau, town and nature form a harmonious, seamlessly merging unit. Let's start at the Burgau multi-story car park in Monschau. The path is marked with the number 35 and leads through the idyllic Rur valley. Here you can enjoy the views of the former cloth-making town, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Eifel" or "Rhenish Rothenburg". Highlights of the route: - Beautiful...

Popular, idyllic circular hiking trail in Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg. This route leads through the Freiburg Castle Gardens, on the Schlossberg near Freiburg. From here the Schlossberg tower can be climbed and fantastic views over the beautiful city of Freiburg can be enjoyed. In the heart of Freiburg, the route begins with a rewarding, steep ascent from the Schwabentorsteg. There are parking spaces or you can travel by public transport. Highlights of the hike: - Small cannon placa -...