Best historic site 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 (88)·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 (47)·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,...
- 4.3 (28)·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...
- 4.2 (14)·Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried, idyllic circular route in Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful round leads from the Saurucken Ost car park through the depths of the Schönbuch and the Entringen game reserve. After the silence in nature, there is a detour to Hohenentringen Castle. There are places to stop here. Highlights: - Hohenentringen Castle - Entringen wildlife park in Schönbuch - Beautiful views
- 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 (5)·Moderate·41 km·Est. 11.5–13 hrChallenging and scenic mountain bike tour in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. There are car parks near Herrenberg (at the Naturfreundehaus & at the forest cemetery). The route then leads straight into the dense and shady forest. Refreshment stops in Bebenhausen Highlights of the circular route: - Marvellous views - Shady forest paths - Great natural landscapes
- 4.6 (2)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Schoenbuch Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Forest, vineyards and great views characterize this circular hiking trail from Unterjesingen. A cultural and historical hiking highlight is the Roseck Castle, which is located in the middle of the vineyards and was built in its current form in the 16th century. Highlights of the hike: - castle Roseck - vineyards - idyllic forest trails
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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