Gomadingen walks

Anyone who has experienced this scenic premium hiking trail on a day with good visibility will be brimming with stories to share with friends later on. The famous ‘Brünnele’ alone – from which, quite unusually, water still bubbles at almost the highest point of the Gomadingen district (the source of the name ‘hochgehsprudelt’) – more than makes up for and rewards every hiker for the slight effort of the ascent. Breathtaking views, unspoilt juniper heaths with unique flora and fauna, and these forest sections with their wonderfully fresh scent make this trail a special sensory experience. Anyone climbing up will look down from here – and see far into the distance. The panoramic view from the 32-metre-high Sternberg Tower, situated on one of the highest peaks in the central Swabian Alb, is second to none when visibility over the Swabian Alb is good.

This varied tour starts directly at the Restaurant & Landhotel Winter in Offenhausen and first takes you past the historic monastery courtyard and the traditional Marbach State Stud. Following the "Hochgesprudelt" route, you hike through the characteristic juniper heaths of the Alb up to the Sternberg Tower, where a spectacular 360-degree view of the Alps awaits you.

A walking tour from Heroldstatt to the Eistal and Tiefental valleys, combined with a visit to the Sontheimer Cave, Germany’s oldest cave open to the public. This tour, characterised by the primeval Eistal and Tiefental valleys as well as the Sontheim Cave, offers a glimpse back into the Earth’s history.

Hiking tour from the climatic health resort of Westerheim to the Schertelshöhle and through the biosphere reserve. High up and deep down. At 815 metres, the climatic health resort of Westerheim is the highest settlement in the Alb-Donau District. But the route also takes us deep underground, namely into Schertelshöhle, one of the most impressive show caves in the Swabian Alb. Its huge stalactites and stalagmites are of fairy-tale beauty. On our walk starting from Westerheim, we reach the cave halfway along the route and can also visit the ‘Steinerne Haus’, which lies not far away. But the walk through the biosphere reserve has plenty more scenic beauty to offer. The circular route passes through both open farmland and attractive woodland areas, repeatedly reaching altitudes of over 800 metres.

I’d like to suggest a short walk through the forest along the nature trail, which will allow you to immerse yourself in the natural world around you and within yourself, helping you to switch off from everyday life.This walk opens your eyes to the wonders of nature and helps you escape the hustle and bustle of the city.You’ll be able to appreciate nature in all its beauty and with all your senses.A great activity for the whole family if you’re on holiday near Bad Boll in Germany.

The ancestral seat of the Prussian royal family and the Princes of Hohenzollern, Hohenzollern Castle is one of the most visited castles in Europe. Perched on a high hill in Swabia, the building, adorned with numerous towers, has a picturesque, medieval appearance when viewed from a distance. The view from Hohenzollern Castle is well worth the detour, though you’ll need to be prepared for a brisk 20-minute walk to finally reach the castle.

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.

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.

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 trail takes you on a journey from the Palaeolithic era to the Baroque period. It leads past the source of the Schussen (a natural monument) to Steinhausen and the “most beautiful village church in the world”. On the way back, the route passes a wayside shrine dedicated to Our Lady of the Mantle on the way to the Franzosengrab. The monastery complex makes for an impressive end to the walk.

This scenic walk takes you through varied terrain and offers some lovely views. In good weather, you can enjoy a beautiful view stretching as far as the Alpine peaks.