Best waterfall trails in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park
Blooming orchards, mysterious ravines and gorges and calming forests - all this can be found in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park. There is plenty of natural diversity to discover in a small area - from exciting to soothing, wild or cultivated, individual and varied.
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- 4.4 (88)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFascinating, beautiful hike in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The Hörschbach is a left or southern tributary of the Murr and flows through a narrow, unspoiled gorge. The Murr area is designated as a natural monument and nature reserve. The "Hintere Wasserfall" falls down impressively at 12 meters in several cascades. Further on to the "Front Waterfall," it falls 5 m over a ledge. The area is home to numerous and distinctive flora and fauna. It starts at the...
- 4.8 (42)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrIdyllic, popular circular hike in the Swabian-Franconian Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The beautiful round leads along the Hörsch waterfalls. Landslides and rock slides partially damage the path into the gorge and remain closed. This route has been modified to reflect the closure. The front waterfall is still accessible, and the rear waterfall, with its small reservoir, can also be visited in the upper area. The slope path and the waterfall path connect the two waterfalls! Attention: Some...
- 4.8 (13)·Hard·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrUnique fairy trail in the Swabian Forest, Baden-Württemberg This circular route, which is part of the FairyTrails, is a certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian-Franconian Forest. The town centre of Murrhardt marks the start of this varied hike; the route is therefore easily accessible by bus and train. The majority of the trail runs through beautiful forest with a few ascents and descents, with beautiful views to enjoy from the heights. The highlight is of course the section where the...
- 4.5 (17)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrAdventurous hiking trail through the Hörschbach gorge in Baden-Württemberg A great hike that can be started either from the "Grillplatz am Brünnelesweg" car park or from the "Murrhardt" train station. It is therefore possible to arrive by car or public transport. Good shoes are recommended, as the route leads along adventurous hiking trails into the Hörschbach gorge. Here, the water of the "Hinterer Wasserfall" waterfall falls 12 metres into the depths. Even in dry weather and low water, an...
- 4.2 (12)·Moderate·4.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly, exciting hiking trail in the Swabian-Franconian Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This entertaining route is an experience for young and old and offers exciting nature experiences. The route follows unspoilt paths through the impressive Hörschbach gorge to the Hinterer Hörschbach waterfall. There are refreshment stops in nearby Murrhardt. Highlights of the route: - An exciting natural spectacle - Varied landscape - Adventure for young and old
- 4.2 (24)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrInteresting, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This route is part of the Fairy Trails and leads through varied forest and rocky areas and past three gorges with steep slopes and high rock faces. Be careful, it can quickly become slippery here when it rains. In winter, this trail is not accessible after rain. The Welzheim tourist information centre provides information on the current condition of the trail. Highlights of the hike: - Rock formations -...
- 4.2 (11)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail in the Swabian Forest At 14 stations you can learn a lot of interesting facts about the geology of the region, where there are many different geological sights to discover. to discover: Gorges, caves and rock formations as well as lakes and waterfalls. As the natural paths are quite steep in places, you should bring good shoes and be sure-footed. Highlights of the tour are: - Edenbach reservoir - "Kesselgrotte" natural monument - Lettenstich viewpoint - Trout...
- 4.4 (4)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular route in the Swabian Alb. The varied circular route starts at the market square in Alfdorf and offers beautiful natural landscapes. It is quite challenging in parts and follows narrow paths with hairpin bends and very sloping terrain - so good shoes and some fitness are recommended. There are wonderful viewpoints (viewpoint at Schölleshof and above the Herbrechts) and idyllic nature. The hike is marked with a blue hare on a yellow background on the signs of the Swabian Alb...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best waterfall trail to hike in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best waterfall trail to hike in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park is Hörschbach Waterfalls, which has a 4.4 star rating from 88 reviews. This trail is 8.5 km long with an elevation gain of 313 m.
What is the longest waterfall trail in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park is MTB-Tour: Remstal. This trail is estimated to be 47.3 km long.
How many waterfall trails are in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park?
There are 29 waterfall trails in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park.These waterfall trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 248 AllTrails community reviews.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park?
MTB-Tour: Remstal has the most elevation gain for waterfall trails with 1,477 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Kesselgrotte - Ebnisee - Waldenstein, which has 916 m of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Vorderer Hörschbachwasserfall
- Hinterer Hörschbachwasserfall
- Feuersee
- Bodenbachschlucht
- Stadtkirche Murrhardt
- Riesbergturm
- Felsenmeer
- Walterichskapelle
- Breitenauer See
- Hohler Stein
- Wattenweiler Berg
- Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle
- Forellensprung
- Schloss Lautereck
- Burgruine Löwenstein
- Breitenauer See
- Karlsbrünnele
- Kesselgrotte
- Caravanstellplatz am Eselsweg
- WaldZimmer