Best trails near Volkmarsberg
4.4(20 reviews)
Volkmarsberg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 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. Volkmarsberg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Volkmarsberg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hike near Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg, with great views. A hike around the hills surrounding Oberkochen, starting at the railway station. The path up to the heath is quite steep. However, you are always rewarded with great views of the picturesque landscape. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic landscapes - Picturesque nature - Refreshment stops
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. The Oberkochen circular hiking trail 2 leads to the local mountain of the town of Oberkochen. You hike for around one and a half kilometres through the Volkmarsberg nature reserve, where the extensive juniper heaths on the plateau of the Volkmarsberg are protected. The starting point for the hike can be the car park at the edge of the forest on Volkmarsbergstraße, for example. Highlights of the hike: - Volkmarsberg nature...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·24.6 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route is stage 5 of the Albsteig (HW1), a long-distance trail along the northern edge of the Swabian Jura. This specific segment starts in Aalen-Unterkochen and ends in Heubach. This demanding hike begins with steep climbs to the Aalbäumle observation tower and the Volkmarsberg, which is surrounded by a picturesque juniper heath. The path continues through the Weiherwiesen nature reserve and the village of Lauterburg to the impressive Rosenstein castle ruins and its caves before...
- 4.4 (3)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail near Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg. A short but varied circular trail through the idyllic forest landscape. There are always fantastic views of the Swabian Alb, especially from the Volkmarsberg nature reserve. Highlights of the tour: - The source of the Kocher - Schneiders Täle - Wacholdersteige - Fountain cave - Refreshments at the Volkmarsberg ski hut - View from the summit of the Volkmarsberg
- Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful, short hiking tour near Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg. A short but scenic tour that goes along natural paths through the picturesque forest landscape. At the summit of the Volkmarsberg there is a viewing tower. From here wonderful views of the surrounding area can be enjoyed. There is seating and a bathroom up here, but no place to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the circular hike: - View from Volkmarsberg - idyllic and close to nature
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Volkmarsberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Volkmarsberg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Volkmarsberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Volkmarsberg is Oberkochen and Volkmarsberg, which has a 4.2 star rating from 8 reviews. This trail is 4.2 km long with an elevation gain of 178 m.
What is the longest trail near Volkmarsberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Volkmarsberg is Über den Aussichtsturm Aalbäumle und den Volkmarsberg. This trail is estimated to be 36.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Volkmarsberg?
Volkmarsberg: With an ascent of 1,204 m, Über den Aussichtsturm Aalbäumle und den Volkmarsberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 5: Aalen-Unterkochen - Heubach with 846 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Volkmarsberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Volkmarsberg is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 5: Aalen-Unterkochen - Heubach with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
Explore in the Oberkochen area
Attractions
Points of interest
- Kanzelfels
- Hungerbrunnen im Wolfertstal
- Schwarzer Kocher
- Neubrunnen
- Luggenlohbrunnnen
- Volkmarsberg
- Brunnenquelle
- Kocherursprung
- Hubertusquelle
- Oberer Rodstein
- Luggenlohbrunnen
- Katzenbachquelle
- Wiesenbachquelle
- Quellhülbe
- Edlenbachquelle
- Brunnenebene
- Reinhold Vogel Schacht auf der Kinderfestwiese
- Ölweiher
- Fleinsquelle
- Volkmarsberghütte