Bietigheim-Bissingen walks

This walk takes you through the twin towns of Bietigheim-Bissingen. The longest left-bank tributary of the Neckar takes centre stage – experience the Enz Valley in Bietigheim and Bissingen. Here, the Enz flows through picturesque meadow valleys, passes beneath the arches of the majestic Enz Viaduct and runs alongside the half-timbered buildings of Bietigheim’s old town. Rafting has left its mark, and the panoramic trail above Untermberg and the hills near Schellenhof offer some of the finest views.

With half-timbered houses, panoramic views of the Neckar and breathtaking gorges – discover the vineyard and rock scenery around Besigheim. Starting in Hessigheim, the tour leads along narrow paths up into the Felsengärten and offers views across the Neckar to the medieval town church of Besigheim. Following quiet country lanes, you reach the historic old town, which, with its traditional half-timbered houses and cosy alleyways, invites you to linger. On the banks of the Neckar, through tranquil vineyards, the route takes you past the Salenkanzel back to the starting point.

Wine as far as the eye can see – the discovery tour through the vineyard terraces around Kirchheim and the old Neckar bend near Bönnigheim. Starting from Kirchheim, this tour follows the banks of the Neckar and eventually climbs up to the Kirchheim vineyard terraces, offering views of the Neckar bend. On the hilltop, benches invite you to take a relaxing break in the sunshine before you pass apple and pear trees and reach the wine trail across the old Neckar bend towards Hohenstein. Here, you’ll gain a comprehensive insight into the region’s diverse range of grape varieties and enjoy views of Hohenstein Castle – a tour for connoisseurs!

From Bönnigheim to Michaelsberg – a stunning panoramic view over the Zabergäu, Germany’s oldest adventure park and the Lembergermeer! The path winds its way up to Michaelsberg, past seemingly endless rows of vines, which hang heavy with grapes in summer. Even from a distance, St Michael’s Chapel greets you – a stunning sight, surpassed only by the view once you’ve climbed the hill, which stands at just under 400 metres.

This short circular walk on the Schlossberg combines leisurely paths with beautiful views over Sternenfels. Along the way, it leads to the leisure complex at the Schloßbergturm, featuring a viewing tower, an exhibition on history and geology, a kiosk, a children’s playground and a barbecue area. This makes the walk a varied outing for anyone wishing to enjoy nature, the views and a short break in a special setting.

Right next to the Naturfreundehaus, not far from the outdoor swimming pool, the barefoot trail in the Kohlplattenwald invites you to enjoy a special experience of nature. On this trail, which is unique in the region, you can feel a variety of surfaces – such as bark mulch, moss, pebbles, sand and even mud – up close at numerous stations. This allows you to experience nature first-hand with every step – an outing that sparks curiosity and awakens the senses.

A short section of the pan-European Way of St James from Bad Wimpfen to Bad Rappenau. The historical route of the Way of St James from Bad Wimpfen via Bad Rappenau towards Sinsheim is not precisely documented in the archives. However, it is assumed – and historical evidence supports this assumption – that the route followed a long-distance route dating back to prehistoric times, and that it still does so today.

This circular walk near Bad Rappenau takes you through the gentle, rolling hills of the Kraichgau region, with its vast fields, meadows and peaceful woodland sections. The contrast between open views and shady paths at the edge of the forest and within the communal woodland is particularly charming. A lovely highlight along the way is the ‘Steinerne Tisch’ (Stone Table) with its shelter – a great spot for a short break. Anyone who appreciates nature, varied trails and tranquil landscapes will find this a thoroughly enjoyable walk.

A permanent circular walking route established by the DVV through Bad Rappenau and its flower-filled parks. A walk through the centre of Bad Rappenau and the parks, through the Einsiedelwald towards Bad Wimpfen, across fields and farmland, and back to the starting point.

A permanent circular walking route established by the DVV through Bad Rappenau and its flower-filled parks. A walk through the centre of Bad Rappenau and the parks, through the Einsiedelwald towards Bad Wimpfen, across fields and farmland, and back to the starting point.

This circular walk, starting from the church in Baltmannsweiler, allows you to explore the wooded and undulating landscapes of Baden-Württemberg, east of Stuttgart. The route mainly follows wide forest paths that wind through unspoilt countryside, perfect for relaxation and observing the surroundings. Presenting no particular difficulty, this route will appeal to nature walkers seeking tranquillity and authenticity. A lovely getaway in the heart of the Swabian forests, ideal for getting away from it all for a few hours and discovering a remarkable natural heritage on the outskirts of Stuttgart.

This circular walk invites you to explore the eastern slopes of Baltmannsweiler, in the heart of the rolling landscapes of the Schurwald. Alternating between peaceful forest paths, sun-drenched woodland edges and open views of the Swabian countryside, the route offers a different perspective on the region.The route takes you through vast wooded areas dotted with remarkable trees and places steeped in history. Combining religious heritage, unspoilt nature and a typically Württemberg atmosphere, this walk allows you to appreciate the full diversity of the landscapes surrounding Baltmannsweiler.A pleasant circular walk, with no major difficulties, ideal for immersing yourself in the tranquillity of the Schurwald forests whilst enjoying some beautiful views of the surrounding hills.

This trail is a nature adventure trail through the forest, designed to raise visitors’ awareness not only of the forest’s practical functions but also of its role in protection and recreation.Seeing, hearing, tasting and touching are all essential to experiencing nature’s diversity.No fewer than 10 activities, skilfully integrated into the forest environment and its diverse wildlife, are sure to make this walk an unforgettable experience for both children and adults.

This circular walk takes us through beautiful mixed woodland and past red sandstone cliffs to the Waldeck ruins and to the largest wooden overshot waterwheel in Europe.

This circular walk takes walkers from Calw to the monastic town of Hirsau and through the unspoilt and wild, romantic Schweinbach Valley to Altburg. The walk returns to Calw via Alzenberg. In Hirsau, we’ll visit the imposing St Peter and Paul monastery complex and immerse ourselves in the history of this historic monastic town. The walk then takes us along narrow paths through the wild and romantic Schweinbach Valley up to Altburg. After a visit to the Farmhouse Museum and St Martin’s Church, we’ll walk back to Calw via Alzenberg.  

A tour through the history of the Zavelstein fountains. The Zavelstein Fountain Tour covers 3 km and 19 stations, showcasing the history and special features of the water supply. It was created by the Black Forest Association Zavelstein in collaboration with the town.

This scenic circular walk leads from Holzbronn across open meadows and along shady woodland paths, past the Waldeck ruins and through parts of the fascinating Xanderklinge Gorge. “Moment, linger a while! You are so beautiful!” (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Faust I) This quote beautifully captures what awaits you at the ‘AugenBlick’ viewpoint in Holzbronn and at all the others: a breathtaking and utterly beautiful view. These special viewpoints, complete with a bench, a small table and a labelled panorama board, invite you to discover the landscape. The ‘AugenBlick’ viewpoints are designed in the style of the nature park’s logo – the distinctive ‘nature park eye’ – and also serve as the starting point for a circular walk, the ‘AugenBlick-Runde’. Let your gaze wander and discover the diverse natural and cultural landscape of the nature park!

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A great circular walk for lovers of unspoilt nature who can't get enough of the calming effect of the forest and who are hungry for exercise in the fresh air and pure freedom.

The ‘Ammerbucher Gigeleswegle’ premium walking trail lives up to what its Swabian name promises throughout its entire length: from many spots, you can enjoy excellent views of the countryside. The word ‘Gigele’ comes from the Swabian dialect and roughly means ‘to look’ or ‘to keep an eye out’. And the trail certainly offers some fantastic views. At times, the view opens up to intimate glimpses of picturesque vineyards, idyllic villages or quiet little valleys; at others, it stretches far and wide across the Gäu region and as far as the Swabian Alb.

The route from the hiking car park to Saurucken, with its game reserves and playgrounds, is an absolute highlight of the Schönbuch Nature Park. The route starts at the popular Saurucken hiking car park above Entringen. From there, it follows a tarmac path into the forest to the game reserve at Saurucken, a fork in the path in the Schönbuch.