Best trails near Rötelsteine
4.7(22 reviews)
Want to check out Rötelsteine from the trail? Good news: 4 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Rötelsteine are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.8 (10)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic loop in Göppingen, Baden-Württemberg. This is one of the shorter "lion trails". It follows narrow paths along the Albtrauf. Magnificent views, wild rock formations and a detour to Donzdorf with its castle await. Highlights: - Great views - Rock formations at Messelstein and Rötelstein - charming Donzdorf with its castle
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrScenic loop in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. You hike along the palace gardens and to the Feuersee. From there you follow the Simonsbach. Continue via the parking lot with playground and to the Simonsbach reservoir, through Unterweckerstell and through the forest to Oberweckerstell. Then it continues uphill to the Messelberg with beautiful views of Donzdorf. There are several places to stop for refreshments in the village. Highlights: - Donzdorf Castle with Castle Garden
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·17.1 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hrThis route is stage 6 of the Albsteig (HW1), a long-distance trail along the northern edge of the Swabian Jura. This specific segment starts in Heubach and ends in Kuchalb (Donzdorf). This demanding hike leads over the Scheuelberg and runs for long stretches directly along the striking Albtrauf escarpment. Halfway through, hikers pass Weißenstein with its prominent castle. A special highlight is the Messelstein, offering spectacular panoramic views before reaching the destination on the...
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This route leads through the picturesque Fils Valley for almost 13 km. The route can start in Donzdorf, for example. You can see the Messelberg from afar, from whose prominent summit you can enjoy views as far as the Black Forest. Highlights of the hike: - Scharfenberg - Simonsbach reservoir - Messelstein - Roetelsteine
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Rötelsteine?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Rötelsteine is Löwenpfad Messelbergtour (traumtour), which has a 4.8 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 4.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,227 ft.
What is the longest trail near Rötelsteine?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Rötelsteine is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 6: Heubach - Kuchalb (Donzdorf). This trail is estimated to be 17.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Rötelsteine?
Rötelsteine: With an ascent of 3,900 ft, Albsteig (HW1) Stage 6: Heubach - Kuchalb (Donzdorf) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Donzdorf - Kuchalb with 1,755 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Rötelsteine?
The most popular and difficult trail near Rötelsteine is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 6: Heubach - Kuchalb (Donzdorf) with a 5.0-star rating from 3 reviews.
