Best hard 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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- 4.1 (13)·Hard·19.8 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular, varied circular route near Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg. On this natural loop, sections of forest alternate with flower meadows and fields. There are always beautiful views of the university town of Tübingen and its charming town center. A cultural and historical highlight is Hohenentringen Castle, now a restaurant. From the starting point, the route follows the babbling Goldersbach stream through the valley of the same name. It climbs up to the royal hunting lodge. From there, the...
- 3.8 (7)·Hard·27.4 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrWonderful Loop in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. A beautiful round that leads over both paved and forest paths and offers great views, wildlife and historic castles. There are places to stop for refreshments at the starting point in Hohentringen Castle or at the Naturfreundehaus am Stellberg. Highlights: - Hohentringen Castle - Schönbuch Tower - fallow deer enclosure - Entringen game reserve in Schönbuch
- 4.3 (4)·Hard·21.9 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike from Herrenberg to Tübingen-Unterjensingen in Baden-Württemberg This hike can be reached by bus and train (Herrenberg train station) and there are parking facilities at the starting point for those travelling by car. There are refreshment stops along the route. The route is therefore ideal as a day trip from Stuttgart. Highlights of the hike: - View from Grafenberg - Explore Hohenentringen Castle - Discover Roseck Castle
- 5.0 (5)·Hard·68.4 km·Est. 19–21 hrScenic and sophisticated cycle tour in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. There are good parking facilities at Stellenhäusle. The Schönbuch is an almost completely forested area, home to rare plants and animals that are rare elsewhere in the region. Highlights of the tour: - Forester's oak - Border triangle - Along the Fischbach stream - Goldersbach - Red deer enclosure - Bromberg - Rare flora & fauna
- 3.3 (3)·Hard·40.6 km·Est. 11–12 hrVaried mountain bike tour in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Start at the car park at the Weiler Hütte. If you are travelling by train, you can also start at Dettenhausen station. The route runs anti-clockwise through the forests between Dettenhausen, Bebenhausen and Walddorf. The Betzenberg provides beautiful climbs and descents.
- 3.0 (5)·Hard·47.6 km·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrIdyllic cycle route in Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. The route leads through the Schönbuch Nature Park, the green lung of the central Neckar region. Small forest roads lead to the former monastery complex in Bebenhausen. The Cistercian abbey is an essential part of any excursion in this region! There are a few stony descents, but the rest of the route is on paved roads and paths. The starting point of the route is Holzgerling Hülben railway station. Highlights of the route: - Bebenhausen...
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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