Best trails near Kastelburg
4.2(67 reviews)
Want to check out Kastelburg from the trail? Good news: 10 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. Explore Kastelburg from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kastelburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (15)·Hard·6.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrNature and scenic stretch from the ZweiTälerSteig long-distance hiking trail A varied hike with numerous cultural and nature-related sights. Through forest and valley, you pass all the excellent views and along idyllic streams. This route can be reached by train and bus. Highlights: -Schwarzenburg -Thomashütte -Deep look into the Glottertal -Candel
- 4.9 (24)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This beautiful loop trail begins with a detour to Waldkirch's landmark: the ruins of the Kastelburg, which was built in the 13th century and is enthroned on a hill above the town. The route then leads straight through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - Ruins of the Kastelburg - Hohe Tanne - Views of the Elz Valley - Quiet forest trails
- 4.2 (10)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This route offers just about everything you could expect from a hike around Waldkirch: You walk through dense forest and extensive vineyards, you hike to the ruins of the Kastelburg from 1260 and are often accompanied by wonderful views. Highlights of the hike: - Ruins of the Kastelburg - Views of the Elztal - Buchholz vineyard
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·14.3 mi·Est. 7–8 hrNature and scenic stretch from the ZweiTälerSteig long-distance hiking trail A varied hike with numerous cultural and nature-related sights. Through forest and valley, you pass all the excellent views and along idyllic streams. This route can be reached by train and bus. Highlights: - Ridge along the Elz Valley -Hünersedelturm -Tower of the ruins of Kastelburg
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·14.1 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrForest and scenic section of the Kandel-Höhenweg long-distance hiking trail This hike leads through dense forests and mountain valleys along all vantage points and panoramic views. This route offers several scenic resting opportunities. Highlights: -Oberbiederbacher Höhe -Wanderheim Kreuzmoos -Gorgeous views over valleys and mountains -Kastelburg
- 3.7 (2)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPicturesque, idyllic circular hike near Waldkirch in Baden-Württemberg. This idyllic circular hike starts at the train station in Waldkirch and leads up to the Kastelburg and via Sexau to the Hochburg ruins. Then it goes over the Eichberg to Emmendingen. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kastelburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kastelburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kastelburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kastelburg is Zweitälersteig Etappe 1: Waldkirch bis Kandel, which has a 4.2 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 6.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,349 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kastelburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kastelburg is Emmendingen - Reichenbach - Kastelburg. This trail is estimated to be 18.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kastelburg?
Kastelburg: With an ascent of 3,349 ft, Zweitälersteig Etappe 1: Waldkirch bis Kandel has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Emmendingen - Reichenbach - Kastelburg with 2,549 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kastelburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kastelburg is Zweitälersteig Etappe 1: Waldkirch bis Kandel with a 4.2-star rating from 15 reviews.
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- Siensbachtal
- Kandel
- Ruine Schwarzenburg
- Schwarzenberghütte
- Hessfelsen
- Sinnesweg
- Suggental
- Kastelburg
- Schwarzenburg
- Altersbachtal
- Großer Kandelfelsen
- Silberbergwerk Suggental
- ehem. Kirche St. Martin
- Härterer Felsen
- Tall fir tree
- Löschwasserteich
- Suggentaler Wasserfall
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Bergwelt Kandel
- Essbare Stadt Waldkirch: Mit-Mach-Garten
- altes Wehr zur Wiesenbewässerung