Best trails near Schlossberg
4.6(312 reviews)
Want to check out Schlossberg from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schlossberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (108)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, scenic loop on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. The hike starts at the hiking car park P19 in Bad Urach and leads in a varied way over streams, via small stone bridges, through deep forests and to the Bad Urach waterfall. It then goes steeply uphill to the former Hohenurach Castle. A multifaceted hike that has something to offer for every taste. The starting point is very easy to reach by train. Highlights of the hike: - Castle ruins Hohenurach - Bridge over the Brühlbach -...
- 4.6 (47)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis scenic loop hike explores the steep slopes and lush valleys near Bad Urach in Baden-Württemberg, spanning 4.8 km (3 miles) and usually completed in 1 segment taking a couple of hours. Hikers navigate dense beech forests, rocky cliff pathways, and moss-covered limestone formations along the edge of the Swabian Jura biosphere reserve. Highlights along the route include views of the tumbling Urach Waterfall, cascading streams, and dramatic elevated overlooks across the Erms Valley. Most...
- 4.6 (63)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, varied loop on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This loop has a lot to offer - which also explains its popularity. Hohenurach Castle, which is of cultural and historical interest, is passed on the paths through the wooded hilly landscape of the Swabian Jura. A great view of the region opens up from the Schlossberg. Through wonderful mixed forests we continue to the Urach Waterfall and the Eppenzill Rock Cave. Highlights: - Eppenzil Rocks - Hohenurach Castle - Numerous caves
- 4.5 (28)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort, interesting hiking route on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This short but exciting route leads up to the Bad Urach castle ruins. From here you have fantastic panoramic views over the beautiful landscape of the Swabian Alb. If you want, you can make a detour to the caves nearby. Highlights of the hike: - Hohenurach rock cave - panoramic views - Bad Urach castle ruins
- 4.6 (29)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrUnique, exciting circular hike on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. This unique circular route offers an incredible amount of variety and great nature experiences. From Bad Urach it goes on the Fohlensteige to the lower Gütersteiner waterfall with chapel. You continue on natural forest paths to the Urach waterfall with a viewpoint and Hohenurach Castle, before returning to the starting point. Highlights of the round: - Hohenurach Castle with Schlossberg - Urach waterfalls with a view -...
- 4.5 (16)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrExciting, certified premium hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg. The certified premium hiking trail leads along varied paths through the beautiful landscape of the Swabian Alb UNESCO biosphere reserve and is characterized by magnificent views. The magnificent Eppenzillfelsen viewpoint is just one highlight and the Hohenurach castle ruins are a landmark of the town of Bad Urach. The hike begins with a challenging climb to Hanner Felsen. The route leads through lush green mixed...
- 4.6 (11)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg Hikers interested in history as well as nature lovers get their money's worth on this great circuit. On idyllic, narrow forest paths through lush green mixed forests, past wild rocks and thundering waterfalls and along the slope edge, from where you can enjoy great views over the city and the Hohenurach castle ruins. This route can be easily reached by bus and train (Bad Urach train station). There are places to stop for...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schlossberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schlossberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schlossberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schlossberg is Hohenurach Ruins - Urach Waterfall, which has a 4.6 star rating from 108 reviews. This trail is 4.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,374 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schlossberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schlossberg is Von Gönningen zur Burg Hohenurach. This trail is estimated to be 17.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schlossberg?
Schlossberg: With an ascent of 2,732 ft, Von Gönningen zur Burg Hohenurach has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Schlossberg, Runder Berg, and Uracher Wasserfall with 2,440 ft of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Uracher Wasserfall
- Elefantenhöhle
- Spaltenhöhle Hohenurach
- Eppenzillfelshöhle
- Unterer Gütersteiner Wasserfall
- Eppenzillfelsen
- Schlossberg
- Burg Hohenurach
- Oberer Gütersteiner Wasserfall
- Gelber Fels
- Viehstelle
- Rutschenfelsen
- Runder Berg
- Kneippanlage
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Bad Urach
- Nördlicher Hannerfels
- Ort der ehemaligen Kartause Güterstein
- Geschlitzer Fels
- Hockenlochfels
- Schillerhöhle