Best partially-paved trails in Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb

Family-friendly, idyllic loop in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This loop is suitable for the whole family. On hot days in particular, this route offers refreshment as you stroll through meadows and forests to the Urach waterfall. The loop starts at the Wiesfels parking lot and leads past Leimberg and Rutschenfelsen to the Urach waterfall. The trail returns via Hölle and leads to the second waterfall on the tour - the Upper Güterstein Waterfall. From there it goes back to the starting...

Varied hike near Hayingen, Baden-Württemberg. The route starts at the popular excursion destination of Wimsen Cave. This is the only show cave accessible by boat in Germany and the deepest explored water cave. The cave and the waterfalls near the car park can be visited as an option. From there, the hike leads southwards along the Zwiefalter Ach to the eponymous village of Zwiefalten. There are possibilities to stop for refreshments before returning to the starting point through the...

Varied circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg This beautiful circular route through dense forests and open meadows spoils hikers with wonderful views, picturesque narrow paths and several historic castles, including Teck Castle and the ruins of Diepoldsburg. If you want to travel by bus and train, you can start the hike from Ochsenwang. Highlights of the hike: - Teck Castle - Hohenneuffen Castle - Yellow Rock lookout point - Mörikefels - Breitenstein - Upper...

Popular, natural loop in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This idyllic loop in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve leads through quiet wooded areas and repeatedly follows the course of the Wiesaz. The start is in Gönningen, near the bus stop "Gönningen Seniorenzentrum". There is also a café here for refreshments. The route leads to the idyllic Gönningen lakes with small waterfalls and a barbecue area. The route sometimes goes along smaller sections of the Roßbergstraße street, where a...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. Over a short distance, hikers can look forward to several viewpoints and striking rock formations on the Albtrauf of the Esslinger Alb. The start and finish of the circular trail, which is also suitable for slightly older children, is the Breitenstein hiking parking lot. The route offers plenty of variety and great views of the valley. It crosses meadows, asphalt, gravel and forest. You will pass a few benches and a...

Loop with great views near Metzingen, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful loop leads from the Korrenhof to the Floriansberg. The path in the arboretum area is gorgeous, where various rare tree species await. A unique attraction is the goat enclosure on the Floriansberg. Although quite a few meters of altitude must be mastered, this round is also well-suited for a hike with the whole family. Highlights of the hike: - Orchard - Deciduous Arboretum - Arboretum - Coniferous arboretum - Goat...

Close to nature, eventful circular hike on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This fantastic circular hike begins directly with a unique nature experience: It goes through the nature reserve Randecker Maar, which gives an insight into the volcanic past of the Albtraufs. The area inspires with an impressive landscape of pasture meadows, white jura blocks and over 20 spring sources. Highlights of the round: - Unique Randecker Maar - Fantastic panoramic views - Unique experience of nature

Varied circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb UNESCO biosphere reserve, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular hiking trail near Neidlingen leaves no room for boredom, the hiking highlights are so diverse. The route leads along the Neidlinger waterfall (this detour can be omitted if you wish) and to the legendary, freely accessible Heimenstein cave. On the way back you pass the ruins of Reußenstein Castle, built around 1270. Highlights of the hike: - Reussenstein ruins - Views of the...

Great hike in the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve. The hike is named after the first "Honorary Trail Master" of the Swabian Alb Association and is considered one of the most beautiful in the Middle Alb. This version starts at Metzingen station, but you can also start from Neuffen station. Either way, it is easy to travel to and from the trail by public transport. Wonderful views of the Alb foothills and valleys, volcanic chimneys, hillside forests and castles with restaurants await along the...