Best trails near Alb
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Want to check out Alb from the trail? Good news: 12 trails will get you there, including hiking, backpacking, and camping 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 12 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.
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- 4.9 (37)·Hard·11.7 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 5 of the Schluchtensteig and connects St. Blasien with Todtmoos on a scenically diverse section. The hike first leads up to the Lehenkopf Tower, which offers wide views of the St. Blasien Dome, before crossing the open mountain meadows of the Hotzenwald. Special highlights include the idyllic Klosterweiher pond and the glacial high valley of Ibach with panoramic views stretching all the way to the Swiss Alps, followed by a switchback-filled descent through the...
- 4.5 (35)·Hard·12.2 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 4 of the Schluchtensteig and connects Oberfischbach with St. Blasien on a particularly scenic section. The hike leads up to the rocky summit of the Bildstein, the highest point of the entire trail, which offers a sweeping view over Lake Schluchsee all the way to the Alps. After descending to the lakeshore, the path runs through dense coniferous forests and the wildly romantic Windberg Gorge before ending directly in front of the imposing dome of St....
- 4.8 (8)·Hard·10.7 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrEventful, wonderful hike in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This picturesque hiking route leads from the dam along the shores of the popular Schluchsee. The path continues through the wild and romantic nature of the Black Forest and ends at the famous St. Blasien Cathedral. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic Black Forest nature - Old town St. Blasien - River Alb
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows the Domsteig, a certified premium hiking trail, and offers a varied loop hike around the spa town of St. Blasien along a stretch that is both scenically and culturally impressive. The tour begins at the Haus des Gastes in the idyllic spa gardens and leads along the Tuskulumweg to the Luisenruhe, which features a newly designed pavilion and a magnificent view of the cathedral. Highlights include the Windberg Waterfall, the historic “Groll und Schmoll Bench,” a sprawling...
- 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...
- 4.2 (3)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic section of the long-distance hiking trail Albsteig Black Forest (Stage 4 - East) In St. Blasien the Albweg divides into the east and west route. On this section, which follows the eastern route, it goes from St. Blasien to Menzenschwand in the Black Forest and leads through the valley floor of the Menzenschwander Alb0. Here, flowering meadows alternate with breathtaking views. You mostly hike on good forest roads, past a small reservoir to Hubertusplatz. Highlights of the hike: -...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Alb?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Alb. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, 7 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Alb?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Alb is Schluchtensteig Stage 5: St. Blasien - Todtmoos, which has a 4.9 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 11.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,329 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 Innerlehen, Saint Blasien, and Schluch Lake with 4,517 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Alb?
The most popular and difficult trail near Alb is Schluchtensteig Stage 5: St. Blasien - Todtmoos with a 4.9-star rating from 37 reviews.
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- Menzenschwander Wasserfall
- Tusculum Wasserfall
- Mittleres Albtal
- Lehenkopf
- Oberer Kriegsbach-Wasserfall
- Floriansquelle
- Spießhorn
- Kohlenmeiler
- Lehenkopfturm
- Windberg-Wasserfall
- Hochkopfhütte
- Blick ins Menzenschwander Tal
- Alb
- Fünfwegscheidhütte
- Unterer Kriegsbach-Wasserfall
- Kloster St. Blasien
- Weißenstein
- Koepfle
- Geburtshaus Winterhalter
- Feldbergblick