Best walking trails in Stuttgart
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- 4.6 (42)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrHistorical walk in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. This charming circuit takes you through the popular Stuttgart Castle Gardens. The park is 600 years old and about 64 hectares in size. Highlights: - Castle garden - Middle palace garden - Corner Lake - Horse tamers group in the lower castle garden - Academy Fountain at the New Palace - Panoramic views
- 4.2 (16)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrRelaxed city walk in Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This walk starts at the Suedtor car park in Stuttgart. If you want to avoid the route from Stuttgart-Sued to Stuttgart-Mitte, you can simply start from the main train station. It is only a short hop from the main train station to the palace garden. The route can be extended with a detour to the Rosenstein Park. Highlights of the hike: - Upper Castle Garden - Lower Castle Garden - Middle palace garden - Rosenstein Park (optional)
- 4.6 (17)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis enjoyable route leads through the tradition-steeped vineyards above the Stuttgart district of Untertürkheim. The path explores the terraced slopes at the edge of the Neckar Valley, running almost exclusively on paved vineyard paths and asphalted service tracks. A central highlight is the spectacular view over the Stuttgart basin, the Neckar river, and the prominent Sepulchral Chapel on Württemberg hill opposite. Along the route, information boards provide details about the various grape...
- 4.2 (19)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe 4-castle loop connects the ruins of Freienstein, Engelburg, Heidenburg and Hofener Zwingburg. These historic walls, some of which date back to the 12th century, offer sweeping views of the Neckar river. The route leads past the picturesque Veitskapelle chapel in Mühlhausen and through shady mixed forests with old beech and oak trees. Numerous wildflowers bloom in the orchards along the way in spring, attracting bees and butterflies. According to reports from visitors, the trail offers...
- 4.4 (28)·Easy·1.9 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop route with fantastic views in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. This family-friendly loop trail in Killesberg Höhenpark impresses with great views over the Stuttgart basin and the surrounding vineyards. The valley of the roses, the dahlia garden, and the animal enclosure are particularly popular in the park. Highlights of the circular route: - Beautiful flora and fauna - Fantastic views over Stuttgart - Killesberg tower - Open-air theater Killesberg -...
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrVaried circular route through Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful route leads from Stuttgart main station through the palace garden and past other sights of the city, such as B. the Carl Zeiss Planetarium and the Kunstmuseum Stuttgart. Highlights: - Castle garden - Carl Zeiss Planetarium - Pedestrian zone Stuttgart - Refreshments
- 4.5 (18)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort, idyllic tour through the hospital forest, Baden-Wuerttemberg. You hike on natural paths through the picturesque forest landscape. There is a sequoia tree to be admired on the northern part of the route. The Haus des Waldes is a museum about the forest and forestry in the region. Highlights of the circular route: - Redwoodtree - House of the forest
- 4.4 (9)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis varied route leads through Stuttgart's southern district and the adjoining wooded slopes of the Heslacher Valley. The trail opens up the green side of the state capital and runs along a mixture of paved footpaths, historic staircases and shady forest paths. A key highlight is the contrast between urban architecture and the tranquillity of the Rotwildpark as well as the view of the Heslach viaduct. The route includes a few meters of elevation gain typical for Stuttgart, but thanks to the...
- 4.1 (42)·Easy·1.6 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrAn entertaining, idyllic walk near Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Due to its length, this picturesque circuit is suitable for young and old. On well-developed dirt roads you can walk along fruit trees and flowering meadows and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding villages over and over again. Highlights of the round: - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscapes - Diverse views
- 4.7 (18)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrWonderful, pleasant tour through the Hohenheim Gardens, Baden-Württemberg. This round is suitable for young and old. You walk through the Hohenheim Gardens - the exotic and botanical garden. Impressive arboretums, picturesque plants and flowers and medicinal plants - the circular route impresses with its natural idyll and interesting story about flora and fauna. Highlights of the round: - Playhouse in the exotic garden - Monopteros - Roman inn
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest walking trail in Stuttgart?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Stuttgart is From the railway viaduct around Steinhaldenfeld. This trail is estimated to be 8.8 mi long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Stuttgart?
Stuttgart: With an ascent of 1,046 ft, Untertürkheim Wine Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Kaltentaler Höhenrunde with 1,043 ft of elevation gain.
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- Nymphensee
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- Schloss Rosenstein
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- Hasenberg
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