Best trails near Roggental

Popular circular hiking trail near Geislingen an der Steige, Baden-Württemberg. This circular hiking trail through the Felsental and the Magental begins at the Waldhausen train station, just a few kilometers north-east of Geislingen an der Steige. Around two thirds of the route runs through dense forest, the rest through wide open landscapes. For hikers interested in history, a detour to Roggenstein Castle (Burgstall) can be worthwhile. Highlights of the hike: - Rock Valley - Magental -...

From the hiking car park SW of Eybach at the Felsental entrance through the Felsental up to the Alb to Waldhausen and then via Magental through Roggental back to Eybach. 2 beautiful narrow wild rock valleys.

Interesting cave in the Roggental on the Swabian Alb. At the sign it goes directly over the stream to the entrance of the cave. The cave is water-bearing. The access to the first siphon measures approx. 80 meters. However, you get wet feet after about 20 meters. The way further is then only suitable for absolute specialists. In front of the cave there is a barbecue area and a parking lot.

This route follows the second stage of the Albtal Bike Trail and connects Herbrechtingen with Deggingen in Germany. Starting in Herbrechtingen, the bike trail passes the historic monastery and the fossil-rich Heldenfinger Cliff on its way to Gerstetten. The route continues through the peaceful Ziller Forest, passes the Eyb Spring in the Roggen Valley and the half-timbered town of Geislingen an der Steige, and ends in Deggingen. Wild camping is strictly prohibited; overnight stays are in...

Short hike to the Mordloch in the Swabian Alb The Mordloch is the second longest cave in the Swabian Alb. The entrance can be found around 1,200m above the Obere Roggenmühle. This short hike leads to the Mordloch and starts in Oberweckerstell. However, the water-bearing cave cannot be explored by just anyone. In dry summers, however, it is possible to enter the cave up to 50m deep without encountering water.