Best forest trails in Sonnenbühl
4.5(53 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Sonnenbühl 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
- 4.5 (32)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg This is a wonderful and varied round tour to Lichtenstein Castle. Over extensive meadows the route follows along the Albtrauf and past the fairytale Lichtenstein Castle. Hikers interested in cultural history can also visit the monument, the history of which goes back to the 12th century, on a guided tour. Alternative starting points for this route are the Kalkhofen car park and the car park at Lichtenstein Castle. Along the...
- 4.1 (6)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route starts in Gönningen. It first leads via the Barmbergweg to the 3 Gönninger lakes, the lower, middle and upper. After a stop near the lakes, the route heads north to the Stöffeln ruins. While there is not much left to see there, the view from there is worth it and offers a view of the surroundings.
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·15.1 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis route is stage 12 of the Albsteig (HW1), a long-distance trail along the northern edge of the Swabian Jura. This specific segment starts in Willmandingen (Sonnenbühl) and ends in Jungingen. The hike features spectacular geology and wide views: following the panoramic outlook from the Riedernberg, the path leads down to Talheim. A major highlight is the Mössingen Landslide at the Hirschkopf, the largest landslide in Baden-Württemberg's recent history. Passing the Dreifürstenstein, one of...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried loop in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve. A great loop that traces the former border between the former Kingdom of Württemberg and Prussia, which is still visible today in terms of language and religion. Great views, rustling forests, open meadows and lots of history await. Refreshments are available in Erpfingen. The route's signpost is a dark blue boundary stone on a white background. Highlights: - Historical boundary stones - Bear cave
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThemed, interesting circular route near Undingen, Baden-Württemberg. This natural round leads around the Reutlingen Sonnenbühl golf club, over forest and meadow areas and along the forest landscape. On the way you will learn interesting things about the climate history of the Swabian Alb. Highlights of the circular route: - Information boards on the climate history of the Swabian Alb - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Sonnenbühl?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Sonnenbühl is Bike tour Laucherttal - Ostrach. This trail is estimated to be 50.4 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Sonnenbühl?
Sonnenbühl: With an ascent of 6,069 ft, Bike tour Laucherttal - Ostrach has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 12: Willmandingen - Jungingen with 2,864 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Sonnenbühl?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Sonnenbühl is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 12: Willmandingen - Jungingen with a 4.9-star rating from 4 reviews.