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The "Fuchsweg" created by the Karlsbad Tourist Association offers hiking enthusiasts the opportunity to experience trees that one would not initially expect in local forests.
moderate
Distance 5.2 km
1:30 h
64 m
64 m
332 m
268 m
The approximately 4.8-kilometer-long Fuchsweg in Karlsbad is a relaxed circular hiking trail for anyone looking for forest tranquility and nature enjoyment. In about 1.5 hours, the small fox symbol leads you from the forest edge at the end of Ittersbacher Straße into a green retreat. After just a few minutes, you immerse yourself in dense mixed forests, where everyday life quickly quiets down.
The trail runs along Köpflesweg to impressive giant trees, which with their deep roots even survived the century storm "Lothar." The impressive trees, almost 80 meters tall, are about 50 years old and can reach up to 120 meters in height under optimal conditions. These majestic forest inhabitants shape the special atmosphere of the tour and provide astonished glances.
Gentle ascents, varied forest paths, and repeatedly shady sections make the route particularly pleasant – ideal for families, beginners, or a short break after work.
Author’s recommendation
An alternative tour start is possible from the parking lot at the Ittersbach industrial area. There is also a parking lot and a bus stop here.
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moderate
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332 m
Lowest point
268 m
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1.8 km
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2.7 km
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702 m
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From Karlsruhe main station take the S11 city train line to St. Barbara stop, from here continue via Alemannenstraße and Ittersbacher Straße towards the fire station to the edge of the forest (beginning of the old Ittersbacher Straße)Alternatively: Ittersbach industrial area stop
Directions
From Ettlingen take the L562 towards Bad-Herrenalb via Waldbronn to LangensteinbachParking
Parking lot on Ittersbacher Straße, LangensteinbachCoordinates
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48.902108, 8.507884
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48°54'07.6"N 8°30'28.4"E
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32U 463934 5416690
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Equipment
Sturdy footwearDifficulty
T1
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
5.2 km
Duration
1:30 h
Ascent
64 m
Descent
64 m
Highest point
332 m
Lowest point
268 m
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