Welzheim Geological Trail
6.1miLength
1,092ftElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Panoramic Loop in the Swabian Forest
At 14 stations you can learn a lot about the geology of the region, in which there are many different geological sights
to discover: gorges, grottos and rock formations as well as lakes and waterfalls. Since it goes up quite steeply on natural paths, you should bring good shoes and surefootedness.
Highlights of the round are:
- Edenbach reservoir
- Natural monument "Kesselgrotte"
- Lettenstich lookout point
- Trout jump waterfall
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Top sights
Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle
Waterfall
Forellensprung
Waterfall
Kesselgrotte
Attraction
Kletterstation
Attraction
WaldZimmer
Attraction
Baumbruch
Attraction
Wieslauf-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
Edenbach-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
mount rushmore
Attraction
Lichte Eichen
Peak
Wasserfall bei der Druckleitung
Waterfall
SpaghettiVorhang
Attraction
Klangwald
Attraction
SchwartenAllee
Attraction
Sturzbach
Attraction
Dschungel
Attraction
ZapfenStreich
Attraction
Feuerplatz (12)
Attraction
Der kleine Prinz
Attraction
Aussichtspunkt Lettenstich
Viewpoint
Wunderweg
Attraction
AkaziaPhant
Attraction
BlickBlues
Attraction
HimmelBett
Attraction
MenschenZoo
Attraction
Waldschloss
Attraction
Penta-ton
Attraction
Klangplatz
Attraction
TangoWald
Attraction
TonSpur
Attraction
Beuys Platz
Attraction
Labyrinth
Attraction
Kanonkönig
Attraction
Wolfssprung
Attraction
GedankenDickicht
Attraction
Radio Limes
Attraction
Hörbach
Attraction
Augen auf und Strich
Attraction
Weltenwiege
Attraction
Baumtelefon
Attraction
Knuschka
Attraction
Barfußpfad
Attraction
Klangturm
Attraction
Garten Eden
Attraction
Waldhorn
Attraction
Klingenmühle
Attraction
WeidenKathedrale
Attraction
Goldader
Attraction
Steinreibeplatz
Attraction
BuntGang
Attraction
Arbor
Attraction
Renzenbühlhütte
Hut
Stelenfeld
Attraction
EinsGang
Attraction
Top sights
Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle
Waterfall
Forellensprung
Waterfall
Kesselgrotte
Attraction
Kletterstation
Attraction
WaldZimmer
Attraction
Baumbruch
Attraction
Wieslauf-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
Edenbach-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle
Waterfall
mount rushmore
Attraction
Lichte Eichen
Peak
Wasserfall bei der Druckleitung
Waterfall
SpaghettiVorhang
Attraction
Klangwald
Attraction
SchwartenAllee
Attraction
Sturzbach
Attraction
Dschungel
Attraction
ZapfenStreich
Attraction
Feuerplatz (12)
Attraction
Der kleine Prinz
Attraction
Aussichtspunkt Lettenstich
Viewpoint
Wunderweg
Attraction
AkaziaPhant
Attraction
BlickBlues
Attraction
HimmelBett
Attraction
MenschenZoo
Attraction
Waldschloss
Attraction
Penta-ton
Attraction
Klangplatz
Attraction
TangoWald
Attraction
TonSpur
Attraction
Beuys Platz
Attraction
Labyrinth
Attraction
Kanonkönig
Attraction
Wolfssprung
Attraction
GedankenDickicht
Attraction
Radio Limes
Attraction
Hörbach
Attraction
Augen auf und Strich
Attraction
Weltenwiege
Attraction
Baumtelefon
Attraction
Knuschka
Attraction
Barfußpfad
Attraction
Klangturm
Attraction
Garten Eden
Attraction
Waldhorn
Attraction
Klingenmühle
Attraction
WeidenKathedrale
Attraction
Goldader
Attraction
Steinreibeplatz
Attraction
BuntGang
Attraction
Arbor
Attraction
Renzenbühlhütte
Hut
Stelenfeld
Attraction
EinsGang
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 6.1-mile loop trail near Welzheim, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 53 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Welzheim Geological Trail?
Expected weather for Welzheim Geological Trail for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 62 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 65 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 70 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 77 degrees/clear
Where is Welzheim Geological Trail located?
Welzheim Geological Trail is a trail located in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park.
How hard is Welzheim Geological Trail?
Welzheim Geological Trail is considered a moderate hike that covers 6.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,092 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Welzheim Geological Trail?
Welzheim Geological Trail is considered a moderate hike that covers 6.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,092 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Welzheim Geological Trail a loop?
Welzheim Geological Trail is a loop trail that covers 6.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,092 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Welzheim Geological Trail?
Welzheim Geological Trail is a loop trail that covers 6.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,092 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Welzheim Geological Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Welzheim Geological Trail, but must remain on a leash.
Are there waterfalls at Welzheim Geological Trail?
Yes, Welzheim Geological Trail has scenic views of Wasserfall bei der Klingenmühle, Forellensprung, Wieslauf-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle, Edenbach-Wasserfall bei der Laufenmühle, and Wasserfall bei der Druckleitung.
Are there scenic views at Welzheim Geological Trail?
Yes, Aussichtspunkt Lettenstich is located on Welzheim Geological Trail.
Is Welzheim Geological Trail kid-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Welzheim Geological Trail as good for kids and families. Kid-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Welzheim Geological Trail paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Welzheim Geological Trail is partially paved.
Are there forests at Welzheim Geological Trail?
Yes, Welzheim Geological Trail is a forest trail in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Welzheim Geological Trail?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Welzheim Geological Trail, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Welzheim Geological Trail?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Welzheim Geological Trail in Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 17, 2026 at 2:19 am GMT+0