Best historic site trails in Waldburg
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Waldburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.4 (4)·Easy·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hike in the resort of Waldburg, Baden-Wuerttemberg. An idyllic circular route on the southern edge of the Altdorf Forest, which leads through small towns and picturesque landscapes. Here and there there is also the opportunity for great views of the region. The trail is marked with a green W7 on a yellow background. Highlights of the circular route: - Oißenkapelle - Pfaumoos nature reserve - Eggwald
- 3.9 (6)·Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPromising hike near Waldburg, Baden-Wuerttemberg The hike begins in the center of the village. Right at the beginning you go up the castle hill, from where you can see the whole village and the coal mountain. Parts of the hike run along the Sebastiansweg, an old processional path. From here it is worth making a detour to the natural monument Erratischer Block, a huge boulder made of eye gneiss with an area of almost 30 square meters. It has been at this point in the Frankenberg since the...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrClose-to-nature hike from Waldburg, Baden-Württemberg This hike leads through the "Blauensee" nature reserve and the "Lankrain" nature reserve. You hike above the Bauremühlenweiher, which has been left very natural and has ecologically interesting loading areas. The landscape is characterized by beautiful streams that are lined with alders.
- 2.3 (2)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFrom the old judicial linden tree in the village square you can walk up the Kirchsteige. Opposite the church rise, follow the path up to the castle for about 30m and hike halfway around the mountain on the circular path. From here, after a steep ascent, you have the opportunity to visit the castle. The path continues below the Sutterbühl (Drumlin) past the Sutter farm to the left over the Habnitweg back to the village. The path is suitable for prams. The forest castle is certainly a...
- Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPromising hike from Waldburg, Baden-Württemberg On this hike you cross diverse landscapes. First the path leads on the Sebastiansweg over a wooded ridge. Here you are almost 50m above the valley and can enjoy great views. Later one climbs the terminal moraine of the Würm II ice advances from about 15,000 years ago. A detour to the huge Erratischer Block boulder and the Grimmen Chapel is recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Erratic block (boulder) - Terminal moraine of the Würm II ice...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Waldburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Waldburg is Durch den Eggwald (Wanderweg 6). This trail is estimated to be 5.7 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Waldburg?
Waldburg: With an ascent of 754 ft, Durch den Eggwald (Wanderweg 6) has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Wanderweg 5: Durchs NSG Blauensee und das LSG Lankrain with 570 ft of elevation gain.