Best backpacking trails in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb
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The Swabian Jura Biosphere Reserve is an 85,270-hectare area in the central Swabian Jura, which was designated as a biosphere reserve in 2008 and recognised by UNSECO in 2009.
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- 5.0 (4)·Moderate·16.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrBeautiful multi-day tour in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Württemberg. The WANDERMAHL tours are based on the perspective of the novel "Rulaman" by David Friedrich Weinland. A total of 19 "biosphere hosts" are encountered along the way, where stopping off for refreshments and discovering typical Alb dishes is possible. The first tour starts at Hotel Herrman on Münsingen's market square, close to Münsingen railway station. Via charming Trailfingen, the route leads to the...
- Hard·18.8 km·Est. 6–7 hrCultural and panoramic section of the long-distance hiking trail Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 A varied hike with numerous cultural and famous historical sights. The route passes through forests and valleys with all kinds of outstanding views and along idyllic rivers. This stage has refreshment stops and is accessible by train and bus. Highlights: - "Kissing Sow" rock bridge -Oberschelklingen farmstead -Town of Schelklingen -Castle ruins Muschenwang
- Moderate·40.6 km·Est. 11.5–12.5 hr4th stage from Weilheim an der Teck to Bad Urach of the Swabian Alb Cycle Route, rich in nature and culture The Swabian Alb Cycle Route is an official route of the Swabian Alb Tourism Association. Highlights: - Hilly and panoramic cycle paths across the Swabian Alb - Relax in the thermal baths of Bad Urach - Excursion to the Bad Urach waterfall
- Hard·20.6 km·Est. 6–7 hrCultural and panoramic section of the long-distance hiking trail Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 A varied hike with numerous cultural and famous historical sights. The route passes through forests and valleys with all kinds of outstanding views and idyllic rivers. This stage has refreshment stops and is accessible by train and bus. Highlights: -Natural monuments in the town of Hayingen - Old hospital -St Vitus town church -Schülzburg ruins -Wimsen Cave -Glastal
- Hard·23.3 km·Est. 7–8 hrCultural and panoramic section of the long-distance hiking trail Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 A varied hike with numerous cultural and famous historical sights. The route leads through forests and valleys, past all the outstanding views and along idyllic rivers. This stage has refreshment stops. Highlights: - "Himmelreicher Steige" -Hochberg -Erbstetten -Wartstein ruins -Waterfall -Karst spring
- Moderate·56.6 km·Est. 16–18 hrDemanding and unusual circular route around the Ehinger Alb, Baden-Württemberg. An extraordinary landscape tour awaits! The start is at the Ziegelhof, at the bus stop "Ehingen, Jägerhof", which can be reached from the railway station "Ehingen". The route first heads westwards to Alte Heerstraße and Dächingen. The marvellous nature of the Ehingen Alb, varied areas, beautiful forest with light and shade - as in real life - all this underlines the purpose of this extensive contemplation trail....
- Hard·56.3 km·Est. 16.5–18.5 hr5 stage from Bad Urach to Trochtelfingen on the Swabian Alb Cycle Route, rich in nature and culture The Swabian Alb Cycle Route is an official route of the Swabian Alb Tourism Association. Highlights: - hilly and panoramic cycle paths across the Swabian Alb - Relax in the thermal baths in Bad Urach - Natural landscape of the former military training area in Münsingen - Enjoy Swabian cuisine in numerous restaurants along the way
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail to hike for backpacking in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail to hike for backpacking in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb is WANDERMAHL Mehrtagestouren im Biosphärengebiet - Tour 1, which has a 5.0 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 16.3 km long with an elevation gain of 378 m.
What is the longest backpacking trail in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb is Burgenweg Reutlingen - Obermarchtal - Zwiefalten. This trail is estimated to be 81.4 km long.
How many backpacking trails are in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb?
There are 9 backpacking trails in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb.These backpacking trails have an average 5.0-star ratingfrom 4 AllTrails community reviews.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb?
Burgenweg Reutlingen - Obermarchtal - Zwiefalten has the most elevation gain for backpacking trails with 3,133 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Schwäbische Alb-Radweg Etappe 5: Bad Urach - Trochtelfingen, which has 1,975 m of elevation gain.
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- Uracher Wasserfall
- Elefantenhöhle
- Spaltenhöhle Hohenurach
- Vorwerk Fohlenhof
- Eppenzillfelshöhle
- Unterer Gütersteiner Wasserfall
- Eppenzillfelsen
- Hohenneuffen
- Schlossberg
- Sibyllengegenhöhle
- Hörnle
- Burg Hohenurach
- Wimsener Wasserfälle
- Burg Hohenneuffen
- Oberer Gütersteiner Wasserfall
- Gelber Fels
- Dettinger Höllochschacht
- Wimsener Höhle / Friedrichshöhle
- Burg Teck
- Viehstelle