Best lake trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
Explore the most popular lake trails in Upper Danube Nature Park 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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- 4.4 (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
- 4.1 (19)·Hard·12.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrInteresting, certified premium hiking trail in Donaubergland, Baden-Württemberg. This route in the Swabian Alb leads along varied forests and landscapes. The Danube sinkhole is a popular tourist destination that can be observed from the riverside path or from the riverbed itself. The Danube flows across the European watershed into the Black Sea - but thanks to the Danube sinking, some of the water flows through underground cavities near Immendingen to the Aachtopf, Germany's largest...
- 4.7 (12)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This circular hiking trail along the Danube near Fridingen promises a varied hiking experience. Although there are some long uphill stretches, the diverse hiking highlights make up for the effort. Viewpoints and rocks as well as several caves characterise the landscape. The cultural and historical highlight is the ruins of the medieval Kallenberg Castle, which, together with Falkenstein Castle, is considered...
- 3.5 (18)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrFamily-friendly, idyllic circuit in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This easy hike leads from the "Donauversinkung" car park in Immendingen to the Höwenegg volcano crater with its deep blue lake. Beautiful paths, a beautiful view, and a really fantastic landscape await hikers. The lake and surrounding countryside are best enjoyed with a great picnic. Highlights of the round: - Varying landscape - Picturesque nature - Höwenegg volcanic crater
- 4.1 (5)·Moderate·63.7 km·Est. 16–18 hrVaried alternative stage on the Danube, Baden-Württemberg This is the second alternative stage of the popular long-distance cycle route "Donauradweg", which runs over a total length of more than 2 800 km from Donaueschingen to the Danube Delta in Romania. The 2nd stage proposed here starts in Beuron and leads via the towns of Sigmaringen, Mengen and Herbertingen to Riedlingen. In addition to beautiful views of the Danube, there is also the opportunity to look at the cultural attractions such...
- 4.5 (4)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrWonderful, natural circular route in Hegau, Baden-Württemberg. This idyllic circular route offers plenty of variety. It leads through coniferous forests in front of a marvellous volcanic mountain panorama. The special landscape is home to equally special plants - there are many orchids and rare plants such as the yellow lady's slipper. Fossils such as prehistoric horses and antelopes are regularly unearthed in the former quarry and lake, and a nature trail leads through beech and pine...
- 3.8 (8)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrRefreshing, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This route is part of the HochAlbPfade. The circular trail leads along the Kohlstattbrunnenbach stream, past juniper heaths typical of the Swabian Alb, and offers marvellous views, beautiful bodies of water and numerous changes between forest and meadow. At the right time of year, you can see the juniper heaths blooming beautifully here. There is also a small bathing lake on the route, the idyllic Oberdigisheim...
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·18.2 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrNatural, idyllic circular route in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This picturesque tour leads through the beautiful nature of the Upper Danube region and is a pleasure for animal lovers in particular: Red deer, fallow deer and wild boars can be observed in the Josefslust wildlife park. The wildlife park was created on the site of the former hunting grounds of the Hohenzollern princes. On the way there are always great views of the nature park and the ancient trees in the...
- 4.9 (3)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The Schwarzachtal lakes are a popular local recreation area between Ertingen and Herbertingen. This route runs around the five man-made lakes, one of which is used as a bathing lake and one of which can be used for surfing, sailing and boating. Highlights of the hike: - Schwarzachtal lakes - Ottilienkapelle oil mill - Valley mill
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best lake trail to hike in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Upper Danube Nature Park is Höwenegg Volcanic Crater via Dachsmühle, which has a 4.4 star rating from 41 reviews. This trail is 5.5 km long with an elevation gain of 183 m.
What is the longest lake trail in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Upper Danube Nature Park is Donau-Zollernalb-Weg (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 162.4 km long.
How many lake trails are in Upper Danube Nature Park?
There are 38 lake trails in Upper Danube Nature Park.These lake trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 180 AllTrails community reviews.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Donau-Zollernalb-Weg (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 6,691 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Radtour Sigmaringen nach Feldhausen , which has 2,443 m of elevation gain.
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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