Best wildflower trails in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb

Popular, scenic circular route on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. The hike starts at the hiking car park P19 in Bad Urach and leads in a varied way over streams, via small stone bridges, through deep forests and to the Bad Urach waterfall. It then goes steeply uphill to the former Hohenurach Castle. A multifaceted hike that has something to offer for every taste. The starting point is very easy to reach by train. Highlights of the hike: - Castle ruins Hohenurach - Bridge over the...

Popular circular route in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg This hike near St. Johann follows the certified premium hiking trail Wasserfallsteig near Bad Urach for the most part, but is a bit shorter. As the name suggests, this circular route is all about the water. Following beautiful streams and past several impressive waterfalls, it goes around the Runder Berg. It starts at the Maisental car park (parking for a fee). There is also a place to stop for refreshments here. Highlights of the...

Popular, varied circular route on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route has much to offer - which also explains its popularity. Hohenurach Castle is of cultural and historical interest and is passed on the paths through the wooded, hilly landscape of the Swabian Jura. A great view of the region opens up from the Schlossberg. We continue to the Urach Waterfall and the Eppenzill Rock Cave through wonderful mixed forests. Highlights: - Eppenzil Rocks - Hohenurach Castle -...

Historic, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This route is located in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve near Bissingen an der Teck. The circular route combines wonderful panoramic views over the Alb foreland and the three imperial mountains, remarkable historical sites, including Teck Castle, and a charming landscape through forests and across orchards. The start is at the "Hörnle" hiking car park. There is a restaurant in Ochsenwang for refreshments and...

Certified premium hiking trail steeped in history in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route leads through the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve. Surrounded by vineyards, the hike leads through an area full of tradition and exciting history. A particular highlight is the Hohenneuffen castle ruins, from where marvellous views of the foothills of the Alb can be enjoyed. The woodruff beech forests and stone walls as well as the Neuffen Heath are particularly typical of this...

Certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful and varied hike leads through idyllic orchards and woodruff/beech forests in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve before heading to the ruins of Hohenneuffen Castle. This is the largest fortress in southern Germany that offers outstanding views of Beuron, the Beurener Felsen and the rest of the surrounding area. The surrounding vineyards and the picturesque Tobelweiher pond make this route something very...

Cultural-historical, idyllic hike in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. Teck Castle was a castle in the Kingdom of Württemberg. It is named after the 775 metre high Teckberg. After its destruction during the German Peasants' War in 1525, the castle was rebuilt in the 19th and 20th centuries. The path that this hike follows is well marked. There are benches to take a break at the castle, refreshment stops and toilets. Highlights of the hike: - Distant views of the Swabian Alb - Teck Castle...

Idyllic, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. The route leads through the core zone of the UNESCO Swabian Alb biosphere reserve and offers "pure nature". Juniper meadows, impressive limestone cliffs and idyllic streams await. The Hasenbach stream in the Glastal valley in particular, with its crystal-clear water, makes the tour a special experience. Idyllically situated benches and barbecue areas invite to take a break. The romantic Ehrenfels Castle towers...

Panoramic, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This route is a certified premium hiking trail and runs through numerous protected areas: NESCO biosphere reserve "Swabian Alb", nature reserve "Wonhalde-Spielberg", FFH area "Albtrauf Pfullingen" and the bird sanctuary "Mittlere Schwäbische Alb". In early summer, you can even admire wild orchids. Otherwise, the tour offers magnificent views and leads across flower-filled meadows and along unspoilt paths through...