Best backpacking trails in Aalen

This route is stage 4 of the Albsteig (HW1), a long-distance trail along the northern edge of the Swabian Jura. This specific segment starts in Bopfingen and ends in Aalen-Unterkochen. The hike features two significant hydrological highlights: the source of the Eger and the source of the Kocher. The path passes the Schenkenstein ruins to Aufhausen and continues over the Wöllerstein—complete with a summit cross and logbook—towards Kapfenburg Castle. Before reaching Unterkochen, hikers can...

First stage of the "Kocher-Jagst-Radweg" long-distance cycle route in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. A nice start in Aalen to a wonderful long-distance cycle route with several stages that can be customised to suit individual needs. The route follows the Kocher and Jagst rivers through idyllic countryside. It passes numerous churches and chapels, castles and palaces as well as several museums. Stopping to explore these can also be part of this fantastic tour,...

Varied long-distance cycle path to Kocher and Jagst, Baden-Württemberg. The Kocher-Jagst cycle path runs for around 340 km in a wonderful loop along the two eponymous rivers Kocher and Jagst. In addition to idyllic nature, this route enchants with numerous cities worth seeing such as Schwäbisch Hall, Bad Friedrichshall, Schöntal and Ellwangen (Jagst). Many cyclists start in Aalen and ride the tour clockwise in six daily stages between 37 and 68 km in length. The individual stages, as well as...

2nd stage from Aalen to Süßen on the Swabian Alb cycle path, rich in nature and culture The Swabian Alb Cycle Route is an official route of the Swabian Alb Tourism Association. Highlights: - hilly and panoramic bike paths over the Swabian Alb - Detour to the historic city center of Schwäbisch Gmünd - Enjoy Swabian cuisine in numerous restaurants along the way