Best long trails in Elchingen

Relaxed cycle tour along the Danube, Bavaria. This beautiful cycle tour follows the course of the Danube between Ulm and Günzburg. The tour begins at Unterelchingen and initially follows the northern bank of the Danube. It passes small ponds, the Unterfahlheim quarry pond and the Nauwald forest, which is a nature reserve. After a short break and refreshments in Günzburg, the route leads back to the car park on the southern side of the river. Highlights of the tour: - Becksee lake -...

This passage has a sad historical background. The Battle of Elchingen took place here 200 years ago, killing 2,800 people. Napoleon's troops fought against an Austrian army.

Diverse circular hike from Thalfingen in Swabia, Bavaria. Highlights of the hike: - Ascent to the Alb by means of a long, steep staircase - "Fortress" of the drugstore king Müller - Böfingen educational forest trail - Danube promenade - Pfuhler Baggersee ---------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train

Highlights: Oberelchingen monastery church, view of the Danube valley, Quellenweg, Elchinger forest lakes, Danube

The medium-difficult circular route with some steep inclines runs mainly on forest and forest paths. The hike offers beautiful views of the Danube Valley. It connects the three municipalities of Unterelchingen, Oberelchingen and Thalfingen.