Best trails near Volkmarsberg
4.4(20 reviews)
Want to check out Volkmarsberg from the trail? Good news: 6 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Volkmarsberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPanoramic, popular circular hike near Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg. A hike around the hills around Oberkochen, starting at the train station. The way up to the heather is quite steep. For this, however, you are rewarded again and again with great views of the picturesque landscape. Highlights of the round: - Idyllic landscapes - Picturesque nature - Refreshments
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Swabian Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg. The Oberkochener loop trail 2 leads to the local mountain of the city of Oberkochen. You hike for about one and a half kilometers through the Volkmarsberg nature reserve, in which, among other things, the extensive juniper heaths on the Volkmarsberg plateau are protected. The starting point of the hike can be, for example, the car park at the edge of the Volkmarsbergstraße forest. Highlights of the hike: - Volkmarsberg nature...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route is stage 5 of the Albsteig (HW1), a long-distance trail along the northern edge of the Swabian Jura. This specific segment starts in Aalen-Unterkochen and ends in Heubach. This demanding hike begins with steep climbs to the Aalbäumle observation tower and the Volkmarsberg, which is surrounded by a picturesque juniper heath. The path continues through the Weiherwiesen nature reserve and the village of Lauterburg to the impressive Rosenstein castle ruins and its caves before...
- 4.4 (3)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail near Oberkochen, Baden-Wuerttemberg. A short but varied circular route through the idyllic forest landscape. There are always fantastic views of the Swabian Alb, especially from the Volkmarsberg nature reserve. Highlights of the round: - Origin of the stove - Schneider's valleys - Juniper trails - Well cave - Refreshments in the Volkmarsberg ski hut - View from the summit of the Volkmarsberg
- Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful, short hiking tour near Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg. A short but scenic tour that goes along natural paths through the picturesque forest landscape. At the summit of the Volkmarsberg there is a viewing tower. From here wonderful views of the surrounding area can be enjoyed. There is seating and a bathroom up here, but no place to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the circular hike: - View from Volkmarsberg - idyllic and close to nature
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Volkmarsberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Volkmarsberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Volkmarsberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Volkmarsberg is Oberkochen and Volkmarsberg, which has a 4.2 star rating from 8 reviews. This trail is 2.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 583 ft.
What is the longest trail near Volkmarsberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Volkmarsberg is Über den Aussichtsturm Aalbäumle und den Volkmarsberg. This trail is estimated to be 22.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Volkmarsberg?
Volkmarsberg: With an ascent of 3,950 ft, Über den Aussichtsturm Aalbäumle und den Volkmarsberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 5: Aalen-Unterkochen - Heubach with 2,775 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Volkmarsberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Volkmarsberg is Albsteig (HW1) Stage 5: Aalen-Unterkochen - Heubach with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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