Best forest trails in Karlsruhe

The tour starts at the entrance to the Oberwald forest in the south of Karlsruhe and offers a wonderful combination of forest walk and wildlife watching. The route goes through the Erlachsee nature reserve, which was created in the 1930s by gravel extraction for the construction of the freeway and has now been restored as a valuable biotope. With a little patience, you can observe grey herons and various songbirds in the dense reed beds, where they find sheltered retreats. Binoculars are...

Popular running route in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg. This popular running and walking route runs along the Alb through the Günther-Klotz-Anlage. Despite its location in the middle of the city, the route is surrounded by green spaces and views over the river. The course is named after the former mayor Günther Klotz. Once a year, "Das Fest", an open-air music event with several hundred thousand visitors, also takes place here. Thanks to its central location, the site is easily accessible...

Family-friendly loop near Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg. A scenic loop around the Grötzinger Baggersee in the Weingartener Moor-Bruchwald Grötzingen nature reserve. Suitable for a round with the family as well as for a walk with dogs. There is a separate area for four-legged friends at the lido. Highlights of the hike: - Grötzinger quarry pond - Weingartener Moor-Bruchwald Grötzingen nature reserve - Swimming area on the south bank - Dog area

Family-friendly loop in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg. The loop starts at Karlsruhe Palace. After exploring the palace gardens, exhibitions and botanical garden, the route leads through the Hardtwald forest. This extends north of the garden in Karlsruhe via Eggenstein, Linkenheim and Stutensee and in a southerly direction via Ettlingen to Ötigheim. The forest area is a popular recreational destination and is enjoyed by the whole family. Highlights: - Karlsruhe Palace - Botanical garden -...

This stately and relaxed loop leads through the green heart of the "Fan City" Karlsruhe. The path explores the Baroque parklands surrounding the Karlsruhe Palace and the adjacent Hardtwald forest, following a mixture of wide, level park promenades, shaded forest avenues, and paved paths along historic vistas. A central highlight is the Karlsruhe Palace with its prominent tower, alongside the charming Fasanenschlösschen (Pheasant Small Palace), built in a Chinese-influenced style. The route is...

Family-friendly loop trail in Karlsruhe, Baden-Wuerttemberg. The Guenter-Klotz-Anlage is a popular destination for everyone who doesn't want to leave the city to go for a walk or jog. This 5 km long route always leads along the Alb and is suitable for a leisurely walk with the whole family or a sporty run. Highlights of the route: - Alb - several ponds - playground

Popular loop trail near Karlsruhe, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Several loop trails explore the local recreation area "Oberwald". This route, which runs like a figure of eight, leads to two popular attractions in the Oberwald: the Erlachsee, which is a nature reserve, and the Oberwald animal park, which can be entered free of charge. Highlights of the hike: - Erlach Lake - Tierpark Oberwald

Beautiful bike tour from Knielinger See to Erlachsee, Baden-Württemberg. The relaxed journey from lake to lake leads partly along the Alb and through the Oberwald animal park. On a varied route, this trail offers both diverse nature and urban sights. The path can be reached from the Maxau S-Bahn station and is easy to drive with only very small differences in altitude. Highlights: - Wooden beer hump - Path along the Alb - Rhine port of Karlsruhe - Lutheran Wäldele - Grotto Fountain -...