Three Gorges Trail
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
13.7kmLength
454mElevation gain
4–4.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Interesting, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Forest, Baden-Württemberg.
This route is part of the Fairy Trails and leads through varied forest and rocky areas and past three gorges with steep slopes and high rock faces. Be careful, it can quickly become slippery here when it rains. In winter, this trail is not accessible after rain. The Welzheim tourist information centre provides information on the current condition of the trail.
Highlights of the hike:
- Rock formations
- Wide views
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Top sights
Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle
Waterfall
Kletterstation
Attraction
WaldZimmer
Attraction
Baumbruch
Attraction
Geldmacherklinge
Attraction
Wieslauf-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
Feenblick
Viewpoint
Edenbach-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
mount rushmore
Attraction
Wasserfall bei der Druckleitung
Waterfall
Schmalenberg
Peak
SpaghettiVorhang
Attraction
Klangwald
Attraction
Strümpfelbachviadukt
Viewpoint
SchwartenAllee
Attraction
Sturzbach
Attraction
Dschungel
Attraction
ZapfenStreich
Attraction
Feuerplatz (12)
Attraction
Der kleine Prinz
Attraction
Wunderweg
Attraction
AkaziaPhant
Attraction
BlickBlues
Attraction
HimmelBett
Attraction
MenschenZoo
Attraction
Waldschloss
Attraction
Penta-ton
Attraction
Klangplatz
Attraction
TangoWald
Attraction
TonSpur
Attraction
Beuys Platz
Attraction
Labyrinth
Attraction
Kanonkönig
Attraction
Wolfssprung
Attraction
GedankenDickicht
Attraction
Radio Limes
Attraction
Hörbach
Attraction
Augen auf und Strich
Attraction
Weltenwiege
Attraction
Baumtelefon
Attraction
Knuschka
Attraction
Barfußpfad
Attraction
Klangturm
Attraction
Garten Eden
Attraction
Waldhorn
Attraction
Klingenmühle
Attraction
WeidenKathedrale
Attraction
Goldader
Attraction
Steinreibeplatz
Attraction
BuntGang
Attraction
Arbor
Attraction
Stelenfeld
Attraction
EinsGang
Attraction
Top sights
Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle
Waterfall
Kletterstation
Attraction
WaldZimmer
Attraction
Baumbruch
Attraction
Geldmacherklinge
Attraction
Wieslauf-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
Feenblick
Viewpoint
Edenbach-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
mount rushmore
Attraction
Wasserfall bei der Druckleitung
Waterfall
Schmalenberg
Peak
SpaghettiVorhang
Attraction
Klangwald
Attraction
Strümpfelbachviadukt
Viewpoint
SchwartenAllee
Attraction
Sturzbach
Attraction
Dschungel
Attraction
ZapfenStreich
Attraction
Feuerplatz (12)
Attraction
Der kleine Prinz
Attraction
Wunderweg
Attraction
AkaziaPhant
Attraction
BlickBlues
Attraction
HimmelBett
Attraction
MenschenZoo
Attraction
Waldschloss
Attraction
Penta-ton
Attraction
Klangplatz
Attraction
TangoWald
Attraction
TonSpur
Attraction
Beuys Platz
Attraction
Labyrinth
Attraction
Kanonkönig
Attraction
Wolfssprung
Attraction
GedankenDickicht
Attraction
Radio Limes
Attraction
Hörbach
Attraction
Augen auf und Strich
Attraction
Weltenwiege
Attraction
Baumtelefon
Attraction
Knuschka
Attraction
Barfußpfad
Attraction
Klangturm
Attraction
Garten Eden
Attraction
Waldhorn
Attraction
Klingenmühle
Attraction
WeidenKathedrale
Attraction
Goldader
Attraction
Steinreibeplatz
Attraction
BuntGang
Attraction
Arbor
Attraction
Stelenfeld
Attraction
EinsGang
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 13.7-km circular trail near Welzheim, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 0 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and trail running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.
What is the expected weather this week for Three Gorges Trail?
Expected weather for Three Gorges Trail for the next 5 days is:
- Thu 24 September - 18.2 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 22.3 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 24.7 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 26.8 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 26.6 degrees/clear
Where is Three Gorges Trail located?
Three Gorges Trail is a trail located in Naturschutzgebiet Wieslaufschlucht und Edenbachschlucht.
How hard is Three Gorges Trail?
Three Gorges Trail is considered a moderate hike that covers 13.7 km, with an elevation gain of 454 m. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Three Gorges Trail?
Three Gorges Trail is considered a moderate hike that covers 13.7 km, with an elevation gain of 454 m. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Three Gorges Trail a circular?
Three Gorges Trail is a circular trail that covers 13.7 km, with an elevation gain of 454 m. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Three Gorges Trail?
Three Gorges Trail is a circular trail that covers 13.7 km, with an elevation gain of 454 m. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Three Gorges Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Three Gorges Trail, but must remain on a lead.
Are there waterfalls at Three Gorges Trail?
Yes, Three Gorges Trail has scenic views of Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle, Wieslauf-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle, Edenbach-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle and Wasserfall bei der Druckleitung.
Are there scenic views at Three Gorges Trail?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Three Gorges Trail features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Feenblick and Strümpfelbachviadukt.
Is there running at Three Gorges Trail?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Three Gorges Trail is good for running. This trail covers 13.7 km, with an elevation gain of 454 m.
Are there forests at Three Gorges Trail?
Yes, Three Gorges Trail is a forest trail in Naturschutzgebiet Wieslaufschlucht und Edenbachschlucht.
Are there wildflowers at Three Gorges Trail?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Three Gorges Trail, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 00:29 GMT+0