Best lake 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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- 4.3 (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
- 4.3 (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
- 4.8 (2)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrNatural, idyllic hiking route through the Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. The route leads from Holzgerlingen's main railway station through the Schönbuch on natural paths along wide meadows and fields. Here, you can enjoy the tranquillity of the forest and the beautiful views. The destination of the hike is the Grafenberg. There are refreshment stops in the nearby villages. Highlights of the tour: - View from the Grafenberg - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape
- 3.4 (6)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic excursion in Schönbruch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The hike starts at the car park at the Naturfreundehaus in Herrenberg. It is also possible to stop for refreshments there. The trail is located in the Schönbruch Nature Park and first leads to the Stellberg, where the Schönbuchturm viewing tower is located. It also leads through the forest on the Jägerweg ("hunter's trail"). Highlights of the circular trail: - Stellberg - Schönbuchturm observation tower - Naturfreundehaus
- 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.
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·54.1 km·Est. 14–15 hrBeautiful MTB tour near Tübingen, Germany. The first 30 kilometres are mostly along fields and meadows and through the villages south of Wimsheim. You follow the course of the Würm as far as Ehningen and then turn into the extensive forests of the Schönbuch Nature Park. Your destination is Tübingen, from where you can continue your journey by train or explore the historic town.
- 2.6 (3)·Hard·52.6 km·Est. 14–15.5 hrIdyllic, varied circular trail in Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. This extensive circular tour is suitable for long hikes or cycle tours on ATB, trekking or mountain bikes. From Böblingen-Heusteigstraße railway station, the route leads through the forest to the historic Mauren estate and along fields and meadows to Hildrizhausen. The route then leads back to the starting point via the Grafenberg and around the "Silbersandgrube" forest. Highlights of the tour: - Numerous places to stop for...
- Moderate·39.1 km·Est. 11–12 hrOfficial route of the permanent CTF. You can find further details directly from the organiser: https://www.rvpfeil-tuebingen.de/ You can roll along the Neckar in a relaxed manner before heading through the vineyards on the southern slope of the Spitzberg and finally up a steep climb to the Wurmlinger chapel. The route leads along the Pfaffenberg through Pfäffingen to Schönbuch, up to the Roseck and Hohenentringen castles. At Schönbuchspitz, the route is a little rooty and stony for a short...
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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