Best dog-friendly trails in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park

Popular, idyllic circular hike in the Strümpfelbachtal nature reserve, Baden-Württemberg. The circular trail leads along natural paths through the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park and along the banks of Lake Ebni. The nature reserve boasts unique flora and fauna and picturesque views. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Accessible by bus and train - Ebnisee lake with bathing facilities

Start and end at the hiking car park

Family-friendly circular route in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. A beautiful hike around the Bräunersberg through the Ölmühltal valley with refreshments available at the Obere Ölmühle. This route is lovely in spring when the orchards are in full bloom. Highlights of the hike: - Bottwar valley - Ölmühltal valley - Jettenbacher Platte - Orchard meadows

Idyllic, panoramic circular hike in the Swabian-Franconian Forest, Baden-Württemberg. A longer loop through the picturesque scenery of the Oberstenfeld vineyards, past the Völkleshofen gliding site. At the end, you can cool your feet in the Kneipp facility. Highlights of the circular route: - Scheiterburg vineyards - Kneipp facility - Beautiful views

Beautiful circular route through the Litzelbach valley, Baden-Württemberg From the Bärenbach hiking car park, the trail leads gently but steadily uphill through the beautiful Litzelbach valley to the Geiststein. The huge upright stone was a secret meeting place for Anabaptists in the 16th century. Once there, there are benches to rest on before the relaxed walk back through the forest. Highlights: -Geiststein - Litzelbach valley - beautiful view