Best trail running trails in Calw
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Calw with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.6 (125)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular Black Forest gourmet trail in the Northern Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg This route is a certified premium hiking trail ideal for nature lovers and those interested in culture. The circular route starts in the Herman-Hesse town of Calw, leads past Zavelstein and to the castle ruins back to Calw. On partly narrow paths, partly steep, almost alpine climbs, it goes through ancient spruce and beech stands. On a particularly idyllic section, it passes the Rötelbachtal. The sandstone...
- 4.3 (31)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Central/North Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The loop "Wolfsschlucht and Fuchsklinge" enchants with plenty of variety. Highlights of the hike include the wild and romantic Wolfsschlucht gorge, which crosses the Landschaft on very natural paths, as well as the St. Peter and Paul monastery in Hirsau, which was founded in the late 11th century. The route begins and ends at Hirsau railroad station. Highlights of the hike: - Wolfsschlucht Ernstmühl - Nagold -...
- 3.9 (5)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful forest hike in the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park. It starts in Calw at the edge of the forest: this small but fine route leads along the Welzbergweg and the Wackelsteinweg. On the first, first at ground level until just before the Welzberghütte, then keep right and a short climb follows. After crossing the magnificent forest, you come out at the top of the sheep barn and return to the starting point between fields and meadows. Accessible by bus and train. There are places...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrLoop in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. You can travel by train. The round trip takes you around Alzenberg, Oberriedt and Wimberg back to Calw. It goes through the forest and from Speßhardt you follow the Rotelbach to about the wild boar enclosure. Highlights: - Wild boar enclosure - Literature Garden Calw
- Moderate·9.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route starts at the Schleiftalstraße and follows the Schleiftalweg on the first part of the hike. The path runs parallel to the Nagold until after the Waldeck ruins, where the path makes a sharp curve to begin the return journey. The trail stays entirely in the wooded area, so shade can be expected.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Calw?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Calw is Schleiftalweg im Wald. This trail is estimated to be 9.8 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Calw?
Calw: With an ascent of 1,640 ft, Von Bad Teinach nach Spesshardt has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Water, Forest and Meadow Trail with 1,505 ft of elevation gain.