Best trails near Hoher Gießel
4.6(25 reviews)
Want to check out Hoher Gießel from the trail? Good news: 3 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 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hoher Gießel are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (17)·Easy·3.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Swabian Alb UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Geological attractions, a pretty waterfall, a castle ruin worth seeing - this short hike in the Lautertal promises a lot of variety. Overall, the route is rated as easy, but there is a very steep, short climb up to the Wartstein ruins. Highlights of the hike: - High Giessel Waterfall - Ruins of Wartstein Castle - Valley of the Great Lauter - Gemsfels - Four Bayer bows
- 4.8 (8)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrMultifaceted, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. A really varied tour through beautiful forests and open countryside. Rushing water accompanies the hiker on the loop and rocks jut out everywhere. The rocky roof and the ruined cave above are definitely worth seeing. Other highlights include the Schwarzlochfelsen rock and three castle ruins. The Wartstein is reached via a striking spiral staircase, which offers fantastic views of the incredible Lauter...
- Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 7–8 hrCulture and scenic section of the long-distance hiking trail Swabian Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 A varied hike with numerous cultural and famous historical sights. Through forest and valley you pass all the excellent views and along idyllic rivers. This stage has refreshment stops. Highlights: - "Heavenly Steige" -Hochberg - "Erbstetten" - Wartstein ruins -Waterfall -Karstquelle
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Hoher Gießel?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hoher Gießel is Wartstein Ruins and Hohe Giessel Waterfall, which has a 4.3 star rating from 17 reviews. This trail is 3.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 570 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hoher Gießel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hoher Gießel is Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 Etappe 8: Hütten - Hayingen. This trail is estimated to be 14.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hoher Gießel?
Hoher Gießel: With an ascent of 2,746 ft, Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 Etappe 8: Hütten - Hayingen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is HOCHGEHBERGE I "hochgehlautert" with 1,148 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hoher Gießel?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hoher Gießel is Schwäbische Alb Südrand-Weg HW 2 Etappe 8: Hütten - Hayingen with a -star rating from 0 reviews.
