Best trails near Peasant's head
4.1(24 reviews)
Peasant's head: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 3 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Peasant's head: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 3 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Peasant's head are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (21)·Hard·17.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route follows stage 5 of the Westweg, a long-distance trail starting at the Alexanderschanze and ending at the Harkhof. The path follows a quiet, forested ridge line overlooking the Renchtal, leading past the Bauernkopf viewpoint, the Graseck junction, and the Hildahütte shelter. It traverses the Lettstädter Höhe before passing the deeply carved Glaswaldsee tarn and the Klagstein rock formation. Overnight stays are accommodated in rooms at the remote Berggasthof Hark; wild camping is...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·19.3 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrMultifaceted section of the Renchtalsteig quality hiking trail (stage 3). This beautiful section has a length of 19.4 km and is the third part of a 5-stage route that starts in Bad Peterstal. The trail takes you through a varied natural landscape and is well signposted. There are also refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Bad Peterstal - Holchen waterfall on the Himmelssteig trail - Glaswaldsee lake - Sexau hut - Hilda hut - Alexanderschanze TIME 8:12 h
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·45.9 km·Est. 14–15.5 hrVaried road bike route to Oberkirch. This long road bike route is a considerable endurance challenge, connecting the Alexanderschanze with the wine town of Oberkirch. The ride is almost entirely asphalted and takes "racing bike" enthusiasts on a challenging tour with considerable metres in altitude. The route starts near the famous "Schwarzwaldhochstraße" at the Alexanderschanze, a historic fortress site. Expect a long, exhilarating descent from the dense high forests down into the...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Peasant's head?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Peasant's head is Westweg Stage 5: Alexanderschanze - Hark, which has a 4.2 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 17.2 km long with an elevation gain of 492 m.
What is the longest trail near Peasant's head?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Peasant's head is Alexanderschanze - Oberkirch. This trail is estimated to be 45.9 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Peasant's head?
Peasant's head: With an ascent of 1,204 m, Alexanderschanze - Oberkirch has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Renchtalsteig - Etappe 3: Bad Peterstal - Alexanderschanze with 1,098 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Peasant's head?
The most popular and difficult trail near Peasant's head is Westweg Stage 5: Alexanderschanze - Hark with a 4.2-star rating from 21 reviews.
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