Best trails in Schönbuch Nature Park
Schönbuch Nature Park is an almost completely wooded area to the south-west of Stuttgart. Its easily accessible location makes it an important recreational area in this region. Its core area was designated the first nature park in Baden-Württemberg back in 1972. The highest peak in Schönbuch is the Bromberg. Due to its species-rich and idyllic forest areas, the nature park was awarded the title of Forest Area of the Year in 2014.
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- 4.4 (87)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrHarmonious, certified premium hiking trail in Schönbuch, Stuttgart region, Baden-Württemberg. This route in the Schönbuch Nature Park leads through diverse forests, past colourful meadows with wildflowers and through orchards. The circular route is always well signposted; information boards and interactive stations accompany hikers. Part of the circular route takes you along the Schaich, where only the babbling of the stream pierces the silence. If it has rained a few days beforehand, parts...
- 4.2 (46)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, idyllic circular route in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg, Germany This wonderful route leads into the Schönbuch Nature Park. The start is in Bebenhausen at the Seebach car park. It goes through the Bannwald with its natural beech-mixed forest ecosystem and directly to the Golderbachtal. For nature lovers, the varied valley landscapes that accompany the small and large Golderbach are an experience in particular. Unexpectedly, a panoramic path opens up in front of you,...
- 4.5 (54)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg A varied round through the Schönbuch and past numerous meadow orchards. The route can be started either from the Mönchberger saddle or from the Kayher saddle. It goes over asphalted paths, gravel roads and natural forest paths (these can be a bit muddy after rainfall). Some seating along the route invites you to take a breather and enjoy yourself and two vantage points offer great views over the Gäu in the...
- 4.0 (40)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking and running trail in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The Abebe-Bikila-Runde is one of the five official running routes of the Post-Sportverein Tübingen e.V. in the Geißhalde in eastern Schönbuch. The 8-kilometre circular route owes its name to the Ethiopian marathon runner Abebe Bikila, who ran the marathon barefoot at the 1960 Olympic Games in Rome and won the gold medal. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - Views of Tübingen
- 4.3 (36)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrCertified, varied premium hiking trail in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The Unterjesinger Wengertwegle leads along wine-growing areas, meadow orchards and offers variety with picturesque forest passages and views of the Himbachtal. Despite the short distance, the walk requires sturdy shoes and a certain level of fitness. Highlights of the walk: - Views of the Wurmlinger chapel and up to Castle Hohenzollern - Bayler Kap - Obere Gogenhalde
- 4.6 (22)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried and scenic country tour near Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. This route starts at the Herrenberg forest cemetery and leads mostly through the forest - from time to time you can catch marvellous views of the Swabian orchards, the Ammertal valley and the Swabian Alb. Refreshments are available at the "Schützenhaus Mönchberg" and the Naturfreundehaus near the start. The route follows well-maintained forest paths and is marked with "LandTour" and a yellow circle. Highlights: - Wonderful...
- 4.3 (27)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly, idyllic circular hiking trail in Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. After the start, the loop runs along an easily accessible forest path with a moderate incline. You can enjoy the tranquillity and idyll of the forest on the circular route. There are places to stop for refreshments and bus and train connections in nearby Dettenhausen. Highlights of the loop: - Idyllic nature - Family-friendly - Picturesque landscapes
- 4.4 (25)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrCertified premium hiking trail in "Hiking pleasure at the fruit eaves", Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg Families and nature lovers will like this gem in the Swabian Alb! Amusingly identified with a red apple, the beautiful area of species-rich meadow orchards, steep vineyards and shady forests can be enjoyed. Again and again vantage points invite to pause and let the beautiful landscape work its magic. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. The starting point can also be...
- 4.3 (13)·Easy·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort, scenic hiking tour in Schönbruch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. You start from the car park at the Naturfreundehaus in Herrenberg. There you also have the opportunity to stop for refreshments. The trail lies in the Schönbruch Nature Park and leads through the forest to the Stellberg, where the Schönbuchturm viewing tower is located. Highlights of the circular route: - Stellberg - Schönbuchturm observation tower - Friends of Nature House - Cold well
Visitor info
The Schönbuch Nature Park Information Centre has a long tradition. It was opened in 1997 to mark the 25th anniversary of the park. Since then it has been located in the Schreiber Tower of Bebenhausen Monastery, where the monastery administration used to be housed. From April to October, the information centre is open from Tuesday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10 am to 5 pm.
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