Best wildlife trails in Upper Danube Nature Park
Explore the most popular wildlife trails in Upper Danube Nature Park 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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- 4.2 (15)·Moderate·38.6 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrCultural-historical, varied alternative section of the Danube Cycle Path in the southern Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The first alternative section of the Danube Cycle Path leads quietly along the still small river over the Baar plain. At Geisingen, the valley narrows, the Danube gains power and the landscape becomes wilder. The natural spectacle of the Danube Sinking can be viewed near Immendingen. In between, there are always castles, monasteries like the Beuron Abbey, and castles to...
- 4.8 (6)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe trail starts at the Beuron Archabbey, a prominent religious complex located in the Upper Danube Valley. Originally established in the 11th century, the site currently functions as a Benedictine monastery and is recognized for the Beuron Art School style. The route connects the abbey structures with the Liebfrauental, a nearby valley containing a replica of the Lourdes Grotto. The architectural elements remain framed by the steep limestone cliffs of the region.
- 4.1 (7)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrGreat circular hike along the Young Danube near Immendingen, Baden-Württemberg. This hiking trail is maintained by the Radolfzell Black Forest Association and leads from the Immendingen train station along the Young Danube on easily accessible paths. Partly it goes through forest, partly over meadows. Back in Immendingen, the Lower Castle can be visited as a cultural conclusion. Highlights: - Donauuferpark - Danube drainage at the brick hut - Military scale Immendingen - Inns in...
- 4.5 (4)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrWonderful, natural loop in Hegau, Baden-Württemberg. This idyllic loop offers plenty of variety. It leads through coniferous forests in front of a marvellous volcanic mountain panorama. The special landscape is home to equally special plants - there are many orchids and rare plants such as the yellow lady's slipper. Fossils such as prehistoric horses and antelopes are regularly unearthed in the former quarry and lake, and a nature trail leads through beech and pine forests. The starting...
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·11.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrNatural, idyllic loop in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This scenic tour leads through the beautiful nature of the Upper Danube region and is a pleasure for animal lovers in particular: Red deer, fallow deer and wild boars can be observed in the Josefslust wildlife park. The wildlife park was created on the site of the former hunting grounds of the Hohenzollern princes. On the way there are always great views of the nature park and the ancient trees in the Josefslust forest...
- 4.7 (5)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic, interesting circular hike near Möhringen, Baden-Württemberg. From Möhringen, this circular route takes you through the Upper Danube Nature Park. You hike along forest and forest paths to the ruins of Konzenberg Castle. It was built in the Middle Ages, but today only the remains of the keep, the surrounding wall and the moats can be found. Highlights of the round: - Nice prospects - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrWonderful, impressive circular hike in the Upper Danube Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. The name says it all on this circular route: you hike along forest and meadow paths between Emmingen and Hattingen and have fantastic views over the region all the way to the Alps. Highlights of the circular route: - Plague crosses - Laughing stone - St Johannes and Jakobus am Witthoh - Hagau volcano cone
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Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail to hike in Upper Danube Nature Park is Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron, which has a 4.2 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 38.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,087 ft.
What is the longest wildlife trail in Upper Danube Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Upper Danube Nature Park is Radtour Sigmaringen nach Feldhausen . This trail is estimated to be 58.3 mi long.
How many wildlife trails are in Upper Danube Nature Park?
There are 13 wildlife trails in Upper Danube Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 71 AllTrails community reviews.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Upper Danube Nature Park?
Radtour Sigmaringen nach Feldhausen has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 8,015 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Danube Cycle Path (D-Route 6) Alt. Stage 1: Donaueschingen to Beuron, which has 3,087 ft of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Amalienfelsen
- Oberes Donautal
- Jägerhaushöhle
- Wolfental
- Burgreste Burgstallhöhle
- Laibfelsen
- Schloss Bronnen
- Donaublick
- Ruine Kallenberg
- Rauher Stein
- Zeltplatz Bronnen
- Benediktushöhle
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Burg Wildenstein
- Känzele
- Höhle am Scharzwagfels
- Stiegelesfels
- Sperberloch
- Burg Wildenstein
- Luchs-Zentrum
- Gundelfinger Gut