Nürtingen, a charming town in the district of Esslingen in Germany, offers not only historical sights and cultural highlights, but also numerous opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Nürtingen is extremely attractive: nestled between the foothills of the Swabian Alb and the Neckar valley.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Nürtingen
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
HOCHGEHBERGE - Route »hochgehblickt« - Quality hiking trail in Nürtingen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
9 km
2:30 h
71 m
71 m
This quality hiking route offers plenty of time for beautiful views and moments!
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Along the Neckar from Wernau to Neckartailfingen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
21.8 km
5:30 h
169 m
133 m
Beautiful day hike through the valley of the young Neckar. The picturesque old town of Nürtingen invites you to linger. When crossing the Galgenberg, enjoy the panorama of the Swabian Alb.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
04.03.2017 - Along the Neckar to Tübingen
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
47.7 km
11:00 h
171 m
134 m
A physically demanding but technically easy hike along the Neckar, without major climbs, through beautiful nature and many lovely places
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Enjoyable forest hiking
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.5 km
2:48 h
196 m
196 m
From the hiking car park in the Tiefenbachtal, via the Jakobsbrunnen and the Kräuterbühl, back to the starting point.
Hiking Trail
· Mythos Schwäbische Alb
Eduard-Mörike-Weg
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
47.4 km
12:53 h
818 m
827 m
The Eduard-Mörike-Weg consists of many individual circular routes.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
In the beautiful Streitwald
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.1 km
2:30 h
215 m
212 m
From the hiking car park at the Reudern sports ground at the edge of the forest, through the valley forest, the Streitwald, the Nonnenbrunnen reservoir and the Hörnle back to the starting point.
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Circular hike Neckartailfingen - Nürtingen - Neckarhausen - Altdorf
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
17.3 km
3:59 h
170 m
170 m
scenic circular hike partly at altitude, partly along the Neckar through orchards and fields, past strawberry and asparagus fields and an alpaca farm, several places to stop for food and drink (possibly only "food/drink to go" due to Corona)
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Between Oberensingen and Unterensingen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
11.3 km
2:31 h
151 m
151 m
Scenic circular hike between Oberensingen, Zizishausen, and Unterensingen
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
Nürtingen - Neckar riverbank & Old Town
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
2.6 km
0:56 h
22 m
22 m
Neckar - Salemer Hof - St. Laurentius Church - Kreuzkirche - Schillerplatz - Schlachthof Beer Garden
Hiking Trail
· Swabian Alb
View of mountains and castles
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
16.8 km
4:10 h
167 m
167 m
A circular hike from Nürtingen via Reudern to Oberboihingen and back via Zizishausen
If you like hiking, you will get your money's worth here. There are a variety of beautiful hiking tours in Nürtingen and the surrounding area. Whether you are an experienced hiker or a beginner - there is a suitable route for every taste.
One of the most popular routes leads along the Neckar. Here you can take wonderful walks along the riverbank and enjoy the idyllic nature. The steep vineyards, whose vines glow a warm red in autumn, are particularly impressive.
The nearby Hohenurach Castle is also a worthwhile destination for hikes. The path there leads through picturesque forests and past small streams. Once at the top, you have a breathtaking view over the valley.
The panorama trail around the Beutelsbachsee lake is also highly recommended. This route is ideal for hiking with children as it is relatively easy to manage and at the same time offers beautiful views.
The best seasons for hiking in Nürtingen are spring and autumn. In spring, nature is in full bloom and in autumn the leaves turn colourful, creating a particularly romantic atmosphere.
There are numerous hiking trails and hiking routes in Nürtingen that start or end in the town. It is therefore worth getting a map in advance or consulting a local hiking guide to find the best routes for your needs.
Whether you want to hike through picturesque vineyards or prefer to enjoy the panorama at the Beutelsbachsee lake - every hiking enthusiast will find their personal paradise in Nürtingen. So lace up your hiking boots and explore this beautiful region!
One of the most popular routes leads along the Neckar. Here you can take wonderful walks along the riverbank and enjoy the idyllic nature. The steep vineyards, whose vines glow a warm red in autumn, are particularly impressive.
The nearby Hohenurach Castle is also a worthwhile destination for hikes. The path there leads through picturesque forests and past small streams. Once at the top, you have a breathtaking view over the valley.
The panorama trail around the Beutelsbachsee lake is also highly recommended. This route is ideal for hiking with children as it is relatively easy to manage and at the same time offers beautiful views.
The best seasons for hiking in Nürtingen are spring and autumn. In spring, nature is in full bloom and in autumn the leaves turn colourful, creating a particularly romantic atmosphere.
There are numerous hiking trails and hiking routes in Nürtingen that start or end in the town. It is therefore worth getting a map in advance or consulting a local hiking guide to find the best routes for your needs.
Whether you want to hike through picturesque vineyards or prefer to enjoy the panorama at the Beutelsbachsee lake - every hiking enthusiast will find their personal paradise in Nürtingen. So lace up your hiking boots and explore this beautiful region!
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