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    Hiking in Ortenberg in the Wetterau district in Hesse Photo: David Ress, @ohdavid / unsplash.com

Hikes in Ortenberg

Baden-Wurttemberg,Germany

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Ortenberg, a picturesque village in the Ortenau district in Germany, offers numerous opportunities for hikes and walks. Ortenberg's geographical location is particularly charming: nestled between rolling hills and green forests, the village lies idyllically at the foot of the Black Forest.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Ortenberg

Schloss Ortenberg
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Ortenberg - The 13th Ortenau Wine Loop
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
8.9 km
2:55 h
407 m
405 m
The sporty hike combines vineyards, forest experiences, and views to the heights of the Black Forest, the Kinzig Valley, the Rhine Valley, and the Vosges into a wonderful hiking experience.
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
View from Offenburg to Kornebene
recommended route Difficulty difficult
4.7
6.3 km
1:31 h
341 m
335 m
This path goes right at the first fork. Afterwards, it returns over the Hohe Horn along the main road. PS: The order of the photos below is reversed.
View of Ortenberg Castle
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
From Offenburg to Gengenbach
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
5
18.5 km
5:30 h
625 m
600 m
Panoramic hike in the Kinzig valley via the Hohe Horn to the picturesque Ortenberg Castle Youth Hostel and the half-timbered town of Gengenbach.
Burg Ortenberg
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Ortenau Wine Trail Stage 5, Offenburg/Zell-Weierbach to Hohberg/Diersburg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
25.4 km
7:00 h
561 m
633 m
The Ortenau Wine Trail opens up the foothills from Gernsbach to Diersburg with their well-known wine-growing areas. The paths lead through vineyards, orchards, forests, and charming villages and small towns across ancient cultural landscapes. Magnificent views of the Black Forest mountains, Vosges, and the Rhine Plain compensate for some paved sections.
Hohes Horn lookout tower
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Off to the Hohes Horn
recommended route Difficulty easy
4.3
13.6 km
4:12 h
453 m
453 m
To the Offenburger local mountain
On the ascent to Ortenberg Castle
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Summit and Panorama Route near Ortenberg
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
No ratings (yet)
15.3 km
5:35 h
672 m
672 m
Panorama-rich hike in the southern Black Forest from Ortenberg Castle via the observation towers Hohes Horn and Brandeckkopf. Seven summit views, many narrow paths, great long-distance views over the Rhine plain up to the Vosges.
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Hike "To the Hohe Horn"
recommended route Difficulty difficult
5
14.9 km
4:21 h
411 m
411 m
Scenic hike on Offenburg's local mountain. Hiking time approx. 4 hours (round trip).
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Circular route from Zell-Weierbach to the inn "Brandeck-Lindle"
recommended route Difficulty moderate
4
13.2 km
4:34 h
556 m
556 m
Nice varied hike.
Ortenberg Castle
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
From Ortenberg Castle to Hohen Horn and Brandeck tower and back via the wine trail
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
No ratings (yet)
15.4 km
5:35 h
727 m
728 m
From Ortenberg Castle, it goes to the lookout tower on the Hohen Horn and then to the lookout tower on the Brandeckkopf. Passing the barefoot path Zell-Weiherbach and over the Schuckshof playground, it mostly returns on the wine trail.
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Gustav-Weg Offenburg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
47.7 km
12:10 h
389 m
389 m
The adventure route stretches over 47.7 kilometers from the center of Offenburg through its eleven districts and back again. In the west, the path is mostly flat; in the east, it passes through the foothill zone with some climbs. In the south, steep paths invite you to the Bellenberg.
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For nature lovers, there are a variety of beautiful hiking tours in Ortenberg. Whether experienced hikers or families with children - everyone will find the right route here. A popular starting point for hikes, for example, is the Ortenberg castle park. Here you can not only admire the imposing castle, but also walk through the park on well-signposted paths.

Another beautiful route leads along the Kinzig River, which meanders through Ortenberg. Here you can take a leisurely walk and enjoy the wonderful nature. Especially in spring, when everything is blossoming and green, this tour is an absolute highlight.

There are also special hiking routes in Ortenberg for children. The "Adventure Trail", for example, offers exciting stations along the way where the little explorers can playfully explore their surroundings.

The best seasons for hiking in Ortenberg are spring and autumn. In spring, the flower meadows shine in colourful splendour and the temperatures are pleasantly mild. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests around Ortenberg are transformed into a colourful spectacle of nature.

Summarising, Ortenberg is an ideal destination for hiking with its geographical location and tourist attractions such as the castle park and the Kinzig river. Whether alone, as a couple or with children - everyone will find the right route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque landscape of Ortenberg!

Reviews

  • April 06, 2026
    Alois Schnorr
    April 05, 2026
    Nicht separat beschildert; mit der Beschreibung kam ich gut zurecht. Die Highlights Hohes Horn und das wahrlich imposante Schloss Ortenberg werden auch über den beschilderten Ortenauer Sagenrundweg "Brandeck" erreicht.
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    Scenic
    Written April 06, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Off to the Hohes Horn
  • August 17, 2025
    Sabine Müller
    Alles dabei: Turmaussicht, Wanderung durch Wald und Reben, tolles Schloss Ortenberg und Einkehr. Top!
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    Written August 17, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Off to the Hohes Horn
  • October 16, 2023
    Holger Wecks
    Den Startpunkt kann ich nicht ganz nachvollziehen. Muß auch nicht. Ich empfehle vorab einen kleinen Rundgang durch die Altstadt. Zuerst geht es steil durch nicht so aufregende Vororte bergauf. Aber haltet durch, denn dann wird die Tour immer schöner. Sitzgelegenheiten gibt es unterwegs auch. Ich bin die Strecke andersrum gelaufen, und habe es nicht bereut.
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    Written October 16, 2023
  • June 26, 2022
    Melinda Müller
    June 26, 2022
    Super abwechslungsreich: Stadt, Weinberge, Wald, Steine, Bäche! Trittsicherheit ist wichtig und die Abzweigung nach Riedle war ziemlich zugewachsen.
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    Written June 26, 2022
  • February 13, 2022
    Jopunkt
    February 13, 2022
    Super, nur die GPX-Daten sind mega-ungenau! Man muss genau hinsehen und ggf. kreativ sein ...
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    Written February 13, 2022
  • February 05, 2022
    Günther Tobien
    Schöne Tour mit Weitblick ins Rheintal .
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    Written February 05, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Off to the Hohes Horn
  • February 19, 2021
    Dominik Krizek
    February 19, 2021
    Ich habe es auch gleich gemacht. Das ist nämlich ein Track.
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    Written February 19, 2021
  • February 19, 2021
    Jana Krizek
    einfach eine tolle Tour!
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    Written February 19, 2021
  • September 29, 2020
    Detlef Kappes 
    September 28, 2020
    Sehr abwechslungsreich mit vielen schönen Aussichten. Es geht durch Weinberge, Wald und Schöne Wohngebiete. Eine gute Möglichkeit diese Gegend kennen zu lernen. Die asphaltierten Wegabschnitte sollte man aber akzeptieren.
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    Written September 29, 2020
    Hiking Trail
    Off to the Hohes Horn

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