Best trails near Falkenstein
4.0(66 reviews)
Want to check out Falkenstein from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Falkenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (40)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Eselsburger Tal nature reserve, Baden-Wuerttemberg. The Eselsburger Tal is not only interesting in terms of nature conservation, but also a special place in terms of cultural history: people have hunted and collected here since the Stone Age, as more than 10 cultural monuments show. This hike, which runs directly along the Brenz for long stretches, gives an exciting insight into both the cultural history and the picturesque nature. This hike is particularly beautiful in...
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic hike in the Eselsburg Valley, Baden-Württemberg. The magnificent Eselsburger Tal river valley is located near Herbrechtingen. This destination in unspoiled nature is ideal for nature lovers. The Brenz flows around the Buigen mountain. The route starts in Herbrechtingen. The route can also start at the train station in Herbrechtingen. From there, the route follows the course of the Brenz southwards through the beautiful valley. Highlights along the route include the Stone Maiden,...
- 3.5 (3)·Moderate·23 mi·Est. 10–11 hrPopular and promising mountain bike tour near Heidenheim an der Brenz, Baden-Württemberg. This mountain bike tour starts in Heidenheim (Weststadt) and first leads briefly through the city before it goes on the trail south of the Siechenberg. After the first ascent to the Ötterlesbrunnen, you can take a break and cool your feet in the Kneipp pool. Via the Albvereinsweg (red diamond) it goes in the direction of Giengen, Herbrechtingen and through the beautiful Eselsburg Valley to the...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·12.1 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrExtension to the long-distance hiking trail "Lonetal-Wanderweg", Baden-Wuerttemberg. The Lone Valley hiking trail is actually a point-to-point trail. However, thanks to two additional stages, this can be expanded into a loop. The first of these additional stages leads from Hermaringen to Heldenfingen. At the starting point, you follow the signs with a lying red Y to the ruins of Guessenburg, from where you can go to the edge of the Kagberg forest without any signs. In Huerben you come...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows stage 2 of the Albschäferweg, starting in Stetten unter Lontal and ending in Anhausen. From Stetten, the path leads through the Stettberg forest into the Lone Valley to the Kaltenburg ruins. Passing near the UNESCO World Heritage ice-age caves, it reaches the Charlottenhöhle, one of the longest show caves in southern Germany. Above Hürben, the trail rises to Domäne Falkenstein for sweeping views over the Brenz river before descending into Anhausen. Wild camping is...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·39.1 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hrThis 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Falkenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Falkenstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Falkenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Falkenstein is From Herbrechtingen through the Eselsburg Valley, which has a 4.5 star rating from 40 reviews. This trail is 5.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 757 ft.
What is the longest trail near Falkenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Falkenstein is Albtal Cycle Route Stage 2: Herbrechtingen – Deggingen. This trail is estimated to be 39.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Falkenstein?
Falkenstein: With an ascent of 4,015 ft, Albtal Cycle Route Stage 2: Herbrechtingen – Deggingen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB-Runde: Von Heidenheim in Eselsburger Tal with 3,198 ft of elevation gain.