Best trails near Hohe Kelch
4.5(69 reviews)
Want to check out Hohe Kelch 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 Hohe Kelch are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (25)·Hard·20 mi·Est. 11–12 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Westweg, a long-distance trail from Pforzheim to Basel, beginning at the Wiedener Eck and ending in Kandern. The trail passes the Heidstein and ascends an alpine path to the bare summit of the Belchen, home to the historic Belchenhaus inn. It descends past the Dekan-Strohmeyer-Chapel to the Haldenhof, winds around the Weiherfelsen crag to the Müllheimer Egerten, climbs the Blauen mountain to the iron Blauenturm tower, and passes the Hexenplatz and Sausenburg...
- 4.8 (23)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hrThis challenging hike leads to the 1,414-metre-high Belchen, which is often described as the most beautiful panoramic mountain in the Black Forest. The tour starts at Münstertal railroad station. The trail initially leads steeply uphill through dense mixed mountain forests and along alpine paths towards Hohkelchsattel. A particular highlight is reaching the Belchen summit, which lies above the tree line and offers a 360-degree panoramic view as far as the Swiss Alps, the Vosges mountains and...
- 4.6 (15)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrChallenging hike in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Over a distance of almost 17 km, this almost alpine hike leads from Muenstertal via the Hohkelchsattel to the Hohkelch summit. Since the first 8 km are almost constantly uphill, good physical fitness is required. Sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate equipment are also a must. From the higher elevations, beautiful far-reaching views across the southern Black Forest open up. Highlights of the hike: - Muenstertal -...
- 4.1 (6)·Hard·6.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis scenic loop leads along the flanks of what is arguably the most beautiful mountain in the Black Forest, the Belchen. The trail starts at the valley station of the Belchen cable car near Aitern and opens up the sunny high pastures and rugged rock formations of the Belchen massif. The route runs along a varied mix of narrow ridge paths, winding meadow paths, and shady mixed mountain forests. One highlight is the Heideckfelsen, a striking vantage point offering spectacular views over the...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Hohe Kelch?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hohe Kelch is Westweg Stage 11 West: Wiedener Eck - Kandern, which has a 4.4 star rating from 25 reviews. This trail is 20.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,658 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hohe Kelch?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hohe Kelch is Westweg Stage 11 West: Wiedener Eck - Kandern. This trail is estimated to be 20.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hohe Kelch?
Hohe Kelch: With an ascent of 4,169 ft, Blechen via Münstertal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Westweg Stage 11 West: Wiedener Eck - Kandern with 3,658 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hohe Kelch?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hohe Kelch is Westweg Stage 11 West: Wiedener Eck - Kandern with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.