Bartholomä, a small community in the Ostalbkreis district in Germany, is a real insider tip for hiking enthusiasts. With its idyllic location at the foot of the Swabian Alb, Bartholomä offers numerous opportunities for varied and relaxing hikes.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Bartholomä
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Jura
HW1: From Heubach to Gingen an der Fils
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
31.1 km
7:30 h
880 m
1,027 m
Outstanding viewpoints, rock formations, castles, ruins and caves are the highlights of this trail along the eaves of the Swabian Alb.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Ochsenhau Loop
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
8.1 km
2:00 h
65 m
65 m
Böhmenkirch—We're up here—on the Alb!
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Circular route with two views of the Drei Kaiserberge
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
16.5 km
4:10 h
511 m
532 m
Scenic circular route from the Furtlepass over the Hornberg, Weiler in den Bergen, Bargauer Horn, Bargauer Kreuz, and Bernhardus Chapel. Special feature: Twice a fantastic view of the Drei Kaiserberge from the Hornberg and Bargauer Horn.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
MaWa 073 Circular route Bartholomä - Wental
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
11.5 km
2:50 h
57 m
57 m
Beautiful circular route on the Ostalb. From Bartholomä, it goes over partly cultivated and partly wooded areas to the Wental. The valley was formed from the riverbed of the Wedel stream. Remaining are rock formations that let your imagination run free.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Barthlomä - rocky sea 2015
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
17 km
4:24 h
205 m
207 m
done 15 06.2015
Through the rocky sea in Wental and back via Feldinsel Klösterle.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
10 Zang - Heubach
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
19.9 km
6:00 h
190 m
400 m
10th day of the long-distance hike from the Altmühltal to the Swabian Alb.
From the rather gentle high plateaus of the Alb, we walk to the edge of the Alb. After grass and pasture areas, we reach the impressive Felsenmeer, narrow gorges and high rocks that stand in ravines or on steep cliffs. Lots of nature and great views are the highlights of our final hike.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
HW1 Stage 8: Heubach – Weissenstein
Premium content
Difficulty
T1
moderate
Stage 8
14.9 km
4:30 h
527 m
462 m
On Stage 8, the climb up the Scheuelberg is rewarded with a magnificent view.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
In Himmelreich Hiking Route 7
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
18.7 km
5:20 h
526 m
496 m
The start and finish is the Bartholomä village hall (645 m above sea level). The route can be chosen as a short hike of about 8 km, a medium route of approximately 16 km, or a long route of 20 km.
Points of interest along the way:+ Bargauer Kreuz+ Himmelreich+ Scheuelberg+ Philosophenweg+ Teufelsklinge+ Medium route: Beurener Chapel
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Orchid Path Wanderflower Route 1
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
20.8 km
5:32 h
360 m
360 m
The Orchid Path leads over the northern Albuch, mostly on the regional hiking trails of the Swabian Alb Association. The total route of 20 km and 200 meters of elevation can be halved by the 3 km long west-east connection, Lauterburg-Nature Reserve Weiherwiesen, with most of the elevation changes to be overcome on the northern side.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Rosenstein Hiking Flower Route 8
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
18.1 km
5:11 h
469 m
469 m
This route covers a distance of 16 km. From the village house Bartholomä, we walk westward along Brunnenfeldweg to the "Bärenberg". At the forest edge, the Bärenberg circular route is signposted with a white bear on brown wood. We follow this sign, reach the small parking lot "Adelheids Stoile", turn right there, and walk about 500 m until we come to a high mast on the right. We take the path that leads left into the forest. Those who do not feel completely fit continue straight ahead, follow the Bärenberg circular route sign, and reach Bartholomä again after about 6 km on foot.
Points of interest along the way:+ Ruin Lauterburg, Lärmfelsen+ House and Große Scheuer, Ostfelsen+ Lappertal, Wäschbachtal, Ruin Lauterburg+ Evangelical Church Lauterburg
The geographical location of Bartholomä is particularly characteristic: Nestled between wooded hills and gentle valleys, the municipality lies in the middle of nature. This natural environment makes it an ideal starting point for hikes of all kinds.
One of the most beautiful hiking tours in Bartholomä leads to the well-known "Hohenstaufen". This mountain rises majestically above the village and offers not only a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape, but also historical sights such as the ruins of the Hohenstaufen Castle. The tour to Hohenstaufen is suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children.
Another highlight are the "Three Imperial Mountains" - Rechberg, Stuifen and Hohenrechberg - which are also popular destinations for hikes. Here you can roam through dense forests, master steep climbs and marvel at fascinating rock formations. Especially in spring, numerous wildflowers bloom here and lend the landscape a picturesque charm.
For families with children, there are child-friendly hiking routes around the nearby Waldsee. Here the little ones can romp around to their heart's content and go on a voyage of discovery. The Waldsee is also a popular destination for picnics and offers welcome cooling on hot summer days.
The best seasons for hiking in Bartholomä are spring, summer and autumn. In these months, nature is in full splendour and the mild climate invites you to go hiking. In winter, on the other hand, it can be quite snowy, which, however, also has its very own charm - especially for lovers of snow hikes.
All in all, the numerous hiking trails in Bartholomä offer both beginners and experienced hikers a variety of options. Whether short walks or challenging mountain tours - everyone will find their suitable route here. The picturesque landscape, historical sights and offers suitable for children make Bartholomä an ideal place for a varied hiking holiday with the whole family.
One of the most beautiful hiking tours in Bartholomä leads to the well-known "Hohenstaufen". This mountain rises majestically above the village and offers not only a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape, but also historical sights such as the ruins of the Hohenstaufen Castle. The tour to Hohenstaufen is suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children.
Another highlight are the "Three Imperial Mountains" - Rechberg, Stuifen and Hohenrechberg - which are also popular destinations for hikes. Here you can roam through dense forests, master steep climbs and marvel at fascinating rock formations. Especially in spring, numerous wildflowers bloom here and lend the landscape a picturesque charm.
For families with children, there are child-friendly hiking routes around the nearby Waldsee. Here the little ones can romp around to their heart's content and go on a voyage of discovery. The Waldsee is also a popular destination for picnics and offers welcome cooling on hot summer days.
The best seasons for hiking in Bartholomä are spring, summer and autumn. In these months, nature is in full splendour and the mild climate invites you to go hiking. In winter, on the other hand, it can be quite snowy, which, however, also has its very own charm - especially for lovers of snow hikes.
All in all, the numerous hiking trails in Bartholomä offer both beginners and experienced hikers a variety of options. Whether short walks or challenging mountain tours - everyone will find their suitable route here. The picturesque landscape, historical sights and offers suitable for children make Bartholomä an ideal place for a varied hiking holiday with the whole family.
Reviews
Find hikes in neighboring regions
AI-generated
The content was generated entirely by AI and published without meaningful human review or approval. more
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

