Malterdingen, an idyllic community in the district of Emmendingen in Germany, is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location of Malterdingen offers both scenic beauty and historical flair.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Malterdingen
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Four castles over the Breisgau
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
36.3 km
10:00 h
765 m
855 m
Four castles over the Breisgau in two days, a route from Waldkirch via Emmendingen to Kenzingen
Hiking Trail
· Malterdingen
Malterdingen circular route
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
11.4 km
3:10 h
268 m
268 m
Hike around the village of Malterdingen on ridge trails with views of the Black Forest with its highest mountains, Kaiserstuhl with skull and acorn peak as well as into the Rhine plain.
Hiking Trail
· Black Forest
To the building material supplier of the Freiburg Minster
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.3 km
4:00 h
281 m
281 m
Hike to the historic quarries, the building material suppliers of the Freiburg Minster.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
The Half Gallus - Heimbach
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
7.1 km
2:05 h
197 m
206 m
"The half Gallus" is the name of this small route because it is a shorter version of the 13-kilometer long St. Gallus circular route around Teningen-Heimbach. Along the way, you visit impressive quarries and later have many beautiful views. Also, a nice place to stop and eat!
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Breisgau Wine Route 3rd Stage Mundingen to Nordweil
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 3
14.8 km
4:11 h
351 m
351 m
This stage leads through the foothill zone of the Black Forest with an open view into the Rhine Valley and the Vosges. The path goes through vineyards and forests and from above you can see the villages of Mundingen, Köndringen, Heimbach, Malterdingen, Bombach, and finally Nordweil.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Der Vierburgenweg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
31.6 km
8:39 h
606 m
693 m
The Four Castles Trail on the western edge of the Black Forest and its foothills leads through the diverse landscape of northern Breisgau. It invites you to discover Kastelburg Castle near Waldkirch, Hochburg Castle near Emmendingen, the ruins of Landeck Castle and Lichteneck Castle near Hecklingen.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Breisgauer Weinweg - Abschnittswanderung von Emmendingen bis Malterdingen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
13.4 km
3:32 h
263 m
269 m
The Breisgau Wine Trail is almost 100 kilometres long and leads through the vineyards along the Black Forest from Freiburg to Oberschopfheim.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Köndringen - Bombach - Kenzingen
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Difficulty
T1
easy
16.2 km
4:30 h
313 m
325 m
On the Breisgauer Wine TrailBetween Gernsbach and Grenzach-Wyhlen, three long-distance hiking trails with a total length of almost 300 kilometers open up the foothill zone of the Black Forest: the Ortenau Wine Trail, the Breisgauer Wine Trail, and the Markgräfler Wiiwegli. They are each marked with a red rhombus and a grapevine symbol. Constantly going up and down, they lead through the vineyards and provide information on countless display panels about viticulture. For us, the green grape is usually the guide today; it is the trail symbol of the middle section, which connects Diersburg in Ortenau with Freiburg im Breisgau. Along the way, we pass the legendary Gruselisloch, a limestone cave in the Forlenwald.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
From Emmendingen to Ringsheim
21.4 km
6:01 h
441 m
468 m
From Emmendingen via the Four Castles Trail to Bleichheim and from there via the Breisgau Wine Trail to Ringsheim
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Köndringer vineyard tour
9.7 km
2:40 h
155 m
155 m
Easy hiking tour through vineyard area with many information boards along the way and wide views of the nearby surroundings and the Rhine plain.
The region around Malterdingen is characterised by rolling hills and picturesque vineyards. Here you can enjoy nature to the fullest and at the same time take a look at the famous Kaiserstuhl region. This combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage makes Malterdingen a popular destination for hiking.
There are numerous beautiful hiking tours in Malterdingen, all of which offer something special. One of the most famous routes leads along the "Kaiserstuhlpfad". This trail stretches over 16 kilometres and offers breathtaking views of the Black Forest as well as the Rhine Valley.
The "Nature Trail" is particularly suitable for families with children. This circular trail is about five kilometres long and leads past various stations where children can learn more about the animal and plant world in a playful way.
Another highlight are the "vineyard hiking trails", where you not only have wonderful views of the surrounding vineyards, but also gain an insight into winegrowing. Here you can stop by directly at the vintner's or even take part in a wine tasting.
The best seasons for hiking in Malterdingen are spring and autumn. In spring, the vineyards shine in lush green and numerous flowers bloom. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves of the vines turn into a colourful spectacle.
All in all, Malterdingen offers a variety of beautiful hiking trails that are suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. Whether you prefer to hike through idyllic valleys or on the heights of the Kaiserstuhl - everyone will find a suitable route here.
So lace up your hiking boots and set off on a voyage of discovery through the wonderful nature of Malterdingen!
There are numerous beautiful hiking tours in Malterdingen, all of which offer something special. One of the most famous routes leads along the "Kaiserstuhlpfad". This trail stretches over 16 kilometres and offers breathtaking views of the Black Forest as well as the Rhine Valley.
The "Nature Trail" is particularly suitable for families with children. This circular trail is about five kilometres long and leads past various stations where children can learn more about the animal and plant world in a playful way.
Another highlight are the "vineyard hiking trails", where you not only have wonderful views of the surrounding vineyards, but also gain an insight into winegrowing. Here you can stop by directly at the vintner's or even take part in a wine tasting.
The best seasons for hiking in Malterdingen are spring and autumn. In spring, the vineyards shine in lush green and numerous flowers bloom. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves of the vines turn into a colourful spectacle.
All in all, Malterdingen offers a variety of beautiful hiking trails that are suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. Whether you prefer to hike through idyllic valleys or on the heights of the Kaiserstuhl - everyone will find a suitable route here.
So lace up your hiking boots and set off on a voyage of discovery through the wonderful nature of Malterdingen!
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