Best trails near Alb
4.5(14 reviews)
Want to check out Alb from the trail? Good news: 2 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 Alb are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (12)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Albsteig Schwarzwald, starting in Albbruck and ending in Görwihl. Beginning at the Albsteig portal, quiet forest paths lead toward Schachen before a steep descent to Studingersteg enters the deep Alb Gorge. Narrow rim paths trace the canyon past Tiefenstein to Kaibenfelsen and the Höllbachmündung confluence, continuing up beside the scenic Höllbach Waterfalls before branching off toward Görwihl. Wild camping is prohibited along the entire route, so overnight stays...
- 4.7 (2)·Hard·39.6 mi·Est. 19.5–21.5 hrPopular long-distance hike in the Black Forest, Baden-Wuerttemberg The Albsteig Black Forest is an 83-kilometer long-distance hiking trail that leads through the unspoilt Black Forest and overcomes an altitude of 2,700 meters. This long-distance hiking trail is a true experience of nature! You hike through quiet forests, past bubbling streams, breathtaking waterfalls and great viewpoints. Starting in Albbruck, the long-distance hiking trail leads to the highest Black Forest mountain, the...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Alb?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Alb is Albsteig Black Forest Stage 1: Albbruck – Görwihl, which has a 4.3 star rating from 12 reviews. This trail is 7.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,876 ft.
What is the longest trail near Alb?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Alb is Albsteig Schwarzwald Ost (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 39.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Alb?
Alb: With an ascent of 9,176 ft, Albsteig Schwarzwald Ost (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Albsteig Black Forest Stage 1: Albbruck – Görwihl with 1,876 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Alb?
The most popular and difficult trail near Alb is Albsteig Schwarzwald Ost (Fernwanderweg) with a 4.7-star rating from 2 reviews.
