Best trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
Want to find the best trails in Upper Danube Nature Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 145 great trails for hiking, walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow nature lovers.
Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 11 easy hiking trails in Upper Danube Nature Park that are ideal for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 97 to 8,449 meters of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Upper Danube Nature Park.
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- 4.4 (59)·Hard·13 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrNatural and cultural Danube Rock Run in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg This route is a certified premium hiking trail that offers many exciting natural and cultural attractions. The Kloster Felsenweg starts at the gymnasium in Laiz and leads along steep and narrow paths through truly spectacular landscapes. From split rocks, caves worth seeing and lush green river valleys, there is something for everyone here. It is worth pausing every now and then to enjoy the magnificent views of the...
- 4.6 (49)·Hard·15.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic, certified premium hiking trail in the Donaubergland, Baden-Württemberg. This route is part of the "Danube Waves" in the Upper Danube Nature Park. This varied route leads along the Ziegelhütte to the Kallenberg ruins, Bronnen Castle, and the Bronnen Caves. This circular route also offers beautiful views and fascinating rock formations. A nice stop is recommended at the Berghaus Knopfmacher on the last few kilometers. Attention! The Danube footbridge (pedestrian bridge over the...
- 4.2 (35)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular, family-friendly circular route near Sigmaringen, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular route leads partly along the Danube, partly through wooded areas and offers numerous viewpoints along the way. The starting point is the car park at the Laiz festival hall. A bus also goes here. There is a café and a restaurant at the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - Bathing area on the Danube - Devil's Bridge - Inzigkofen rock roof - Inzigkofen caves and rock gate - View from Känzele
- 4.4 (41)·Moderate·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort, exciting circular route in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route leads from the Höwenegg hiking car park to the volcanic crater and back via the Dachsmühle. The crater lake can be circumnavigated, which requires a little surefootedness. The tour offers many highlights and variety in just a few kilometers. Highlights of the tour: - Höwenegg quarry - Höwenegg Castle - Fantastic views
- 4.8 (33)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic, picturesque circular hiking trail in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This wonderful circular route offers fantastic views over Fridingen and the Danube. You hike along beautiful woodland and have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the surrounding area time and again. There are refreshment stops and public transport connections in Fridingen. Highlights of the tour: - Sperberloch - Mattheiser Chapel - View from Stiegler Felsen
- 4.5 (25)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrExciting circular route in the Danube valley near Beuron, Baden-Württemberg. There is a lot to see here on a relatively short route: in addition to the unique landscape of the Danube highlands with imposing limestone cliffs, some over 200 metres high, there are dark caves and lots of history to discover on the Way of the Cross and Bronnen Castle. The trail is well marked throughout. Highlights: - Way of the Cross - Liebfrauental with Lourdes grotto and picture tree - Bronnen Castle -...
- 4.5 (31)·Hard·14.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, certified premium hiking trail in Donaubergland, Baden-Württemberg. This route is part of the Danube Waves and offers several cultural and historical highlights. You walk across the historic wooden bridge over the Danube and past Beuron Abbey. This route also has a lot to offer in terms of scenery. In addition to exciting rock formations, you can expect marvellous views, beautiful forests and, last but not least, the Danube. Highlights of the hike: - Wildenstein Castle - Imdorf...
- 4.0 (20)·Moderate·13 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrWonderful, picturesque circular hike in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This idyllic loop leads through the forest near Sigmaringen and along the Danube. Along the way, you pass numerous viewpoints and hike through beautiful forest landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - Gypsy rock - Inzigkofer caves and rock gate - Steep steps on rocky cliffs - Small rock gate - Devil's bridge - Suspension bridge - Amalienfelsen
- 4.2 (13)·Hard·55.7 km·Est. 14.5–16 hrStage 5 of the German Danube Cycle Route. The fifth day's stage of the long-distance cycle route leads from Tuttlingen to Sigmaringen. You should plan some time for the stopover in Beuron in particular, as there is both the Danube Gorge and the Benedictine monastery to admire. Highlights: - Beuron Benedictine monastery - Danube Gorge - Sigmaringen Castle
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Upper Danube Nature Park is Kloster Felsenweg which has a 4.4 star rating from 59 reviews. This trail is 13.0 km long with an elevation gain of 460 m.
What is the longest trail in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Upper Danube Nature Park is Schwäbische Alb Südrandweg HW2 (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 265.4 km long.
How many trails are in Upper Danube Nature Park?
There are 145 trails in Upper Danube Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 819 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Schwäbische Alb Südrandweg HW2 (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain with 8,449 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hohenzollernweg (Fernwanderweg), which has 7,204 m of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 39 camping trails in Upper Danube Nature Park and the most popular is Danube Rock Tour with an average 4.6 star rating from 49 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 21 running trails in Upper Danube Nature Park and the most popular is Kloster Felsenweg with an average 4.4 star rating from 59 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 19 biking trails in Upper Danube Nature Park and the most popular is Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron with an average 4.2 star rating from 15 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 61 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen, Witbergrunde, Tieringer Hörnle, Klippeneck-Steig and Ruine Wagenburg.
Are there any trails with volcano viewpoints in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 6 trails with volcano viewpoints in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Höwenegg Volcanic Crater via Dachsmühle, Donauversinkung, Höwenegg Circuit, Orchid blossom Hegau and Ostweg Etappe 8: Geisingen - Achdorf.
Are there any trails with ponds in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 10 trails with ponds in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen, Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron, An der jungen Donau und durch ihr steinernes Bett, Josefslust Wildlife Park and Krauchenwieser Lakes and Von Immendingen über Eßlingen und Öfingen.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 9 trails with archaeological sites in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Höwenegg Volcanic Crater via Dachsmühle, Teufelsbrücke - Hängebrücke von Oberbergstraße, Laiz Rundwanderung and Kraftstein-Route.
Are there any trails with castles in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 72 trails with castles in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Danube Rock Tour, Laiz - Teufelsbrücke - Känzele, Fridingen Donaublick and Beuron Circular Route 1.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 24 trails with cliffs in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Laiz - Teufelsbrücke - Känzele, Beuron Trail, Teufelsbrücke - Hängebrücke von Oberbergstraße and Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen.
Are there any trails with caves in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 53 trails with caves in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Danube Rock Tour, Laiz - Teufelsbrücke - Känzele, Fridingen Donaublick and Beuron Circular Route 1.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 21 trails with historical ruins in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Teufelsbrücke - Hängebrücke von Oberbergstraße, Ausblick vom Känzele, Rund um Thiergarten und Gutenstein and Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 3: Gutenstein - Sigmaringen.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 16 trails with picnic areas in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen, Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron, Tieringer Hörnle, Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 1: Beuron - Hausen im Tal and Wilde Täler - Fürstliche Höhen.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 73 trails with scenic viewpoints in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Danube Rock Tour, Laiz - Teufelsbrücke - Känzele, Fridingen Donaublick and Beuron Trail.
Are there any trails with lakes in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 13 trails with lakes in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Josefslust Wildlife Park and Krauchenwieser Lakes, Rund um Lauchtersee und Kneippbad, Über die Tausender, Hummelsee - Oberhohenberg and Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 10: Schömberg - Lemberg.
Are there any trails with rivers in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 27 trails with rivers in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Kloster Felsenweg, Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen, Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron, Ausblick vom Känzele and Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alternative Stage 2: Beuron - Riedlingen.
Are there any trails with huts in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 14 trails with huts in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Beuron Trail, Castle Wildenstein - Beuron Loop, Große Donautraufrunde, Kleine Runde um Burg Wildenstein and Über Lochenhörnle - Hoher Fels - Gespaltener Fels - Lochenstein.
Are there any trails with springs in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 29 trails with springs in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen, Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron, Tieringer Hörnle, Lochenhörnle and Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 1: Beuron - Hausen im Tal.
Are there any trails with rock shelters in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with rock shelters in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Beuron Circular Route 1, Donau-Radweg (D-Route 6) Etappe 5: Tuttlingen - Sigmaringen, Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron and Beuron - Bronnen mill.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 16 trails with weather shelters in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Donaufelsengarten, Rund um Thiergarten und Gutenstein, Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 3: Gutenstein - Sigmaringen, Ruins Tour via Neidingen and Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 Etappe 11: Sigmaringen - Hausen im Tal.
Are there any trails with historical monuments in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a historical monument in Upper Danube Nature Park: Vom Großen Kochelberg zum Dreifaltigkeitsberg.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with waterfalls in Upper Danube Nature Park, including Hohenzollernweg Etappe 5: Gammertingen - Sigmaringen, Winterlingen - Veringerdorf Waterfall, Schwäbische Alb-Radweg Etappe 6: Trochtelfingen - Sigmaringen and Donau-Zollernalb-Weg Etappe 4: Sigmaringen - Veringenstadt.
Activities
- Backpacking trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Bike touring trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Bird watching trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Camping trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Mountain biking trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Road biking trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Running trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Walking trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
Attractions
- Beach trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Cave trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Easy trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Forest trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Hard trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Lake trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Long trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Moderate trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- River trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Short trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Trails with historic sites in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Trails with views in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Waterfall trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Wildflower trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
- Wildlife trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
Suitability
Points of interest
- Amalienfelsen
- Oberes Donautal
- Jägerhaushöhle
- Wolfental
- Burgreste Burgstallhöhle
- Laibfelsen
- Schloss Bronnen
- Donaublick
- Ruine Kallenberg
- Rauher Stein
- Zeltplatz Bronnen
- Benediktushöhle
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Burg Wildenstein
- Känzele
- Höhle am Scharzwagfels
- Stiegelesfels
- Sperberloch
- Burg Wildenstein
- Luchs-Zentrum
- Gundelfinger Gut