The Goat Trail (Geissenpfad) in Menzenschwader
A superb, easy walk with the chance to stop for a bite to eat about 6 km from the start, near the lovely waterfalls. Ideal for families.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 6.20 mi -
Average duration: 4h 10 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 1,506 ft -
Descent: - 1,503 ft -
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Highest point: 3,973 ft -
Lowest point: 2,795 ft
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Country:
Germany
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Area: Forêt Noire -
City:
St. Blasien -
Start/End: N 47.822321° / E 8.071061° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 2,874 ft - Menzenschwader – Mitteldorf
- 1 : mi 0.47 - alt. 2,802 ft - Junction of the short circular loop
- 2 : mi 0.61 - alt. 2,854 ft - Junction on the Grand Circular Loop
- 3 : mi 3.61 - alt. 3,970 ft - Junction
- S/E : mi 6.2 - alt. 2,877 ft - Menzenschwader – Mitteldorf
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