Best child-friendly trails in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb

Popular, exciting hiking route in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This fantastic route leads to the Urach waterfall, a very special natural spectacle. A special phenomenon can be observed at the waterfall. The calcareous water loses lime and deposits it in moss cushions, covering them with a layer of lime. Over thousands of years, the new layers form metre-thick deposits from which the porous rock calcareous tufa (spring tufa) is formed. Natural paths through the forest landscape...

Historic, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This route is a circular Route in the Swabian Alb UNESCO biosphere reserve. It retraces the footsteps of the 12th century ruler of Gundelfingen, whose first name "Swigger IV" gave this route its name. The route leads around and through the "Große Lautertal". Highlights include the ruins of Derneck Castle and Hohengundelfingen Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Great Lauter Valley - Derneck and Hohengundelfingen...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. Over a short distance, hikers can look forward to several viewpoints and striking rock formations on the Albtrauf of the Esslinger Alb. The start and finish of the circular trail, which is also suitable for slightly older children, is the Breitenstein car park. The route offers plenty of variety and great views of the valley. It crosses meadows, tarmac, gravel and forest. You will pass a few benches and a barbecue...

Circular route with fantastic views near Metzingen, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular route leads from the Korrenhof to the Floriansberg. The path in the area of the arboretum is very attractive, where a variety of rare tree species await. A special attraction is the goat enclosure on the Floriansberg. Although quite a few meters of altitude must be mastered, this round is also well suited for a hike with the whole family. Highlights of the hike: - Orchard - Deciduous Arboretum -...

Nature-orientated, eventful circular hike in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This fantastic circular hike begins with a unique nature experience: it takes you through the Randecker Maar nature reserve, which provides an insight into the volcanic past of the Albtrauf. The area boasts an impressive landscape of meadows, Weißjura boulders and over 20 springs. Highlights of the tour: - Unique Randecker Maar - Fantastic panoramic views - Unique nature experience

Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the UNESCO Swabian Alb Biosphere Reserve, Baden-Württemberg. The Georgenberg between Reutlingen and Pfullingen is a summit of volcanic origin characterised by magnificent panoramic views. Even today, terraced landscapes bear witness to the vineyards that were once cultivated on the Georgenberg. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Georgenberg - Beautiful views over the Swabian Alb - Panoramic views of Pfullingen

From the Teckstraße car park, walk up along the Siedling until a field/hiking trail branches off to the right in the direction of the castle. Follow this signposted path up to the castle. Return the same way. Teck was a castle in the Kingdom of Württemberg. Teck Castle is named after the Teckberg. After its destruction in the German Peasants' War of 1525, the castle was rebuilt in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Exciting legend trail in Pfullingen, Baden-Württmberg. Lovingly designed sculptures are waiting to be discovered on the Pfullingen legend trail. Legendary figures such as the "Pelzmichel", the "sleeping count" or the "Urschel" were created on the basis of a book of legends by town councillor Martin Fink. The trail is a great experience, especially for children. The trail is marked with the Pfullingen town colours blue-white-red and the legend trail symbol, the "Remmsele". In terms of...

Panoramic, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This route is located in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve and is characterised mainly by narrow nature trails, charming forests and the impressive surrounding rocks. The Wasserstein Cave is one of the highlights of this route, but many other picturesque viewpoints also characterise this short circular route. Despite its short total length, the tour is difficult in parts and should not be mistaken for a walk....