Best long trails in Schönbuch Nature Park
Schönbuch Nature Park is an almost completely wooded area to the southwest of Stuttgart. Its easily accessible location makes it an important recreational area in this region. Its core area was designated the first nature park in Baden-Württemberg back in 1972. The highest peak in Schönbuch is the Bromberg. Due to its species-rich and idyllic forest areas, the nature park was awarded the title of Forest Area of the Year in 2014.
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- 4.4 (88)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrHarmonious, certified premium hiking trail in Schönbuch, Stuttgart region, Baden-Württemberg. This route in the Schönbuch Nature Park leads through diverse forests, past colorful meadows with wildflowers through orchards. The circular route is always well signposted; Information boards and interactive stations accompany hikers. Part of the circular route is hiked along the Schaich, where only the babbling of the stream penetrates the stillness. If it has rained a few days before, parts of...
- 4.2 (46)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, idyllic loop in the Schönbuch Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg, Germany This eventful route leads to the Schönbuch Nature Park. The start is in Bebenhausen at the Seebach car park. It goes through the Bannwald with its natural beech-mixed forest ecosystem and directly to the Golderbachtal. For nature lovers, the varied valley landscapes that accompany the small and large Golderbach are an experience in particular. Unexpectedly, a panoramic path opens up in front of you, which lets you...
- 4.6 (22)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried and scenic country tour near Schönbuch, Baden-Württemberg. This route starts at the Herrenberg forest cemetery and leads mostly through the forest - from time to time you can catch marvellous views of the Swabian orchards, the Ammertal valley and the Swabian Alb. Refreshments are available at the "Schützenhaus Mönchberg" and the Naturfreundehaus near the start. The route follows well-maintained forest paths and is marked with "LandTour" and a yellow circle. Highlights: - Wonderful...
- 4.1 (13)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular, varied loop near Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg. On this natural loop, sections of forest alternate with flower meadows and fields. There are always beautiful views of the university town of Tübingen and its charming city center. A cultural and historical highlight is Hohenentringen Castle, now a restaurant. From the starting point, the route follows the babbling Goldersbach stream through the valley of the same name. A climb takes you up to the royal hunting lodge. From there, the...
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrVery natural hiking trail in the Schönbuch nature park. In this natural idyll you have a good chance of encountering wild animals such as deer. The forest is criss-crossed by many small streams, especially the section on the Schaich has something magical about it. From the starting point, it's a good bit uphill, past the Betzenberg (500 m) and down to the Bachtal. You are always surrounded by wild nature, which you can enjoy here in all its beauty and splendor. There are places to stop near...
Visitor info
The Schönbuch Nature Park Information Center has a long tradition. It was opened in 1997 to mark the 25th anniversary of the park. Since then it has been located in the Schreiber Tower of Bebenhausen Monastery, where the monastery administration used to be housed. From April to October, the information center is open from Tuesday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10 am to 5 pm.
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