Best forest trails in Ellwangen

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Ellwangen 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

#1 - Um den Galgenberg bei Ellwangen
5.0 (1)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
#2 - Von Ellwangen zur Schönbergkirche und nach Stocken
3.8 (2)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
#3 - Bühlersteig Etappe 1: Ellwangen (Jagst) - Willa
5.0 (1)·Moderate·10.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
First stage of the Bühlersteig long-distance hiking trail Right at the beginning of this route, there is a lot to discover in the town of Ellwengen. For nature enthusiasts, however, you can continue straight through the meadows, forests and ponds of the Rotenbachtal. There are refreshment stops at the start and end of the route but also on the way in Hohenberg. This path can be reached by train. Highlights: -City Ellwangen -Rotenbachtal -Ellwanger Mountains
#4 - Rund um Rotenbach
5.0 (1)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
#5 - Durch Ellwangen zur Schönenbergkirche
4.0 (1)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#6 - Schlierbachsee Loop
3.3 (2)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
#7 - Ellwanger Ringweg
3.9 (2)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
This is an official hiking trail from Tourismus Ostalb.
#8 - Über Schwabsberg und Bucher Stausee
4.0 (1)·Moderate·16.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hr
#9 - Durch das Kressbachtal
Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#10 - Rund um Ellwangen und Neunheim
2.0 (1)·Moderate·10.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Ellwangen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Ellwangen is Bühlersteig (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 37.5 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Ellwangen?

Ellwangen: With an ascent of 4,783 ft, Bühlersteig (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Bühlersteig with 1,883 ft of elevation gain.