Gaildorf

Welcome to Gaildorf, a charming destination in the Schwäbisch Hall district. This idyllic town lies at the foot of the Limpurg Mountains and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery. With its historical sights, cultural highlights and culinary specialities, Gaildorf is definitely worth a visit.

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Long Distance Hiking · Baden-Wurttemberg

Main-Neckar-Rhine Trail (HW3)

Premium content Difficulty difficult closed

Distance 560.3 km

Duration 158:00 h

Ascent 12,080 m

Descent 11,948 m

The Main-Neckar-Rhine Trail is one of the main hiking trails of the Swabian Alb Association and runs from the northeast of Baden-Württemberg to ...

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from Wiebke Hillen,

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Long Distance Hiking · Schwäbisch Hall region

Kocher-Jagst Trail—enchanted valleys and rolling hills

Premium content Difficulty moderate

Distance 199.1 km

Duration 52:15 h

Ascent 2,994 m

Descent 3,026 m

199 kilometers through the Hohenlohe region: river valleys, forests, historic towns, and sweeping views make the Kocher-Jagst Trail a particularly ...

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from Jarle Sänger, Wandermagazin

Bicycle Rides · Swabian Alb

Through the Kocher and Osterbach valleys to the Badsee near Gschwend

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 39.7 km

Duration 2:57 h

Ascent 353 m

Descent 353 m

Scenically attractive route through the Kocher and Osterbach valleys to the "WeiterWeg" and Badsee to Gschwend. Return through the valley of the ...

from Holger Hijm, Community

Hiking Trail · Schwäbisch Hall region

Winzenweiler to Einkorn and back

recommended route Difficulty easy

Distance 19.7 km

Duration 5:00 h

Ascent 86 m

Descent 87 m

Beautiful route through the Limpurg Hills on a flat ridge trail to the Einkorn with a magnificent panoramic view of the area south of Schwäbisch Hall.

from Günter Neuhaus, Community

Hiking Trail · Schwäbisch Hall region

Bühler and Kocher

Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate

Distance 16.1 km

Duration 4:30 h

Ascent 269 m

Descent 245 m

Sightseeing Gaildorf: possibly town church with late medieval choir and west tower, castle from 1482, enclosed four-wing complex with picturesque ...

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from Dr. Konrad Lechner, Wandermagazin

Bicycle Rides · Schwäbisch Hall region

BühlerSchleife - West

recommended route Difficulty moderate Open

Distance 51.5 km

Duration 3:55 h

Ascent 486 m

Descent 486 m

Circular route in the Kocher valley, through picturesque landscapes, extensive and quiet forest areas, and small original villages of the ...

from A. Sch., Community

Bicycle Rides · Schwäbisch Hall region

From tower to tower

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 52.9 km

Duration 3:55 h

Ascent 406 m

Descent 406 m

From Altenbergturm on the Kocher-Jagst cycle route to the Einkorn and back via forest paths.

from Renate Mauser 🥾, Community

Long Distance Hiking · Baden-Wurttemberg

Bühlersteig

recommended route Difficulty moderate

Distance 58.2 km

Duration 15:35 h

Ascent 789 m

Descent 832 m

Stage hike with three daily stages from Ellwangen (Jagst) to Schwäbisch Hall-Hessental with connection to the Deutsche Bahn.

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Hohenlohe + Schwäbisch Hall Tourismus e. V.

Hiking Trail · Swabian Alb

Above the Bühlertal valley (Willa - Gaildorf)

Premium content Difficulty moderate

Distance 24.1 km

Duration 6:30 h

Ascent 317 m

Descent 433 m

Sights Sandstone outcrop before Bühlerzell, viewpoint at Imberg, Geifertshofen, Gaildorf (castle)

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from Dr. Konrad Lechner, Wandermagazin

Bicycle Rides · Schwäbisch Hall region

WälderTour - West

recommended route Difficulty difficult Open

Distance 66.9 km

Duration 5:10 h

Ascent 678 m

Descent 678 m

Varied circular tour through extensive, quiet forest areas and charming cultural landscapes.

from Mia Hohenlohe, Community

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Tourist attractions include Obersontheim Castle, the town church of St. Maria Magdalena and the market square with its 16th century town hall. Another highlight is the Wackershofen open-air museum, which gives an insight into life in the countryside a hundred years ago.

For culture enthusiasts, Gaildorf also offers a varied programme of events such as the International Street Theatre Festival or concerts as part of the "Gaildorfer Bluesfest" music festival.

Culinarily, the region also has a lot to offer - here you will find traditional Swabian dishes such as Maultaschen or Spätzle as well as regional wines and beers.

Outdoor activities are particularly recommended in this picturesque setting: hike through the vineyards and discover hidden valleys or explore the Kocher River while canoeing or fishing. In winter, skiers can test their skills on the nearby slopes.

Even if the weather is bad, you don't have to miss out on activities - why not visit one of the museums in the area or relax with a spa day in the thermal baths.

Where is the most beautiful? That certainly depends on personal preferences, but a walk through the old town and along the Kocher River definitely provides a picturesque backdrop.

Overall, Gaildorf is definitely worth a visit - whether as a day trip or for a longer stay. A guidebook with lots of tips and information is available to help you make the most of your stay.

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September 27, 2026

Rolf Amann
Community

September 27, 2026

Eine sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche Tour. Wenig Verkehr, nette Menschen in den Dörfern. Wir werden diese Tour mit Sicherheit noch öfter fahren.

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Written September 27, 2026

Bicycle Rides
Bike Tour from Rosengarten via Bibersfeld and Uttenhofen
May 27, 2026

Alois Schnorr
Community

May 24, 2026

Mit Start ab Bhf. stramme 25 km. Gut angelegte Runde; längere Asphaltpassagen wohl unvermeidlich. Sehr gut beschildert. Allerdings: nach Reutfeld im Wald die Wegweisung nach rechts führt ins Nichts bzw. in hüfthohe Brennessel- und mannshohe Dornenstauden. Ansonsten passt alles bei der Wegführung. Feine Einkehr im "Kocherbähnle" - ein Muss.

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Variety of paths Scenic Challenging

Written May 27, 2026

Hiking Trail
Gaildorf - Circular Hiking Trail No. 4 - Gaildorf Circuit
May 10, 2026

Steffen Menzel
Community

May 10, 2026

Der neue Wegverlauf mit der neuen Beschilderung ist sehr gut ausgeführt. Tolle Wege und immer wieder tolle Aussichten. Aber ein ganz großes aber. Der Track stimmt an vielen Stellen nicht mit der Beschilderung überein. Da muss drigend nachgebessert werden. Dann gibt es auch 5 Sterne

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Scenic Variety of paths

Written May 10, 2026

Hiking Trail
Idyllic Street Route D / Gaildorf - Gaildorf - Kieselberg - Kerner Tower
April 09, 2026

Alois Schnorr
Community

April 09, 2026

Feine Runde; sehr gut beschildert

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Variety of paths Scenic

Written April 09, 2026

Hiking Trail
Gaildorf - Fairy Trails | Kirgel Views Premium Hiking Trail
April 09, 2026

Alois Schnorr
Community

April 09, 2026

Verbindet städtische Kultur mit Blick auf selbige vom Kirgel. Sehr gut beschildert.

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Scenic

Written April 09, 2026

Hiking Trail
Gaildorf - Circular hiking trail No. 1 - Cultural Trail
February 02, 2026

Elfriede Hohenlohe
Hohenlohe + Schwäbisch Hall Tourismus e. V.

Tolle Route. Wundervoller Ausblick vom Einkorn!

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Variety of paths Solitude Scenic

Written February 02, 2026

Long Distance Hiking
Kocher-Jagst-Trail
May 31, 2025

A. R.
Community

Bin nur die Strecke von Schwäbisch Hall bis Kirchberg im Uhrzeigersinn gegangen. Fast durchweg wirklich sehr lohnenswert. Problem ist die Markierung: die sind leider an den kritischen Punkten zu wenige (Redundanz!!!), verschwinden teilweise im Gebüsch oder sind etwas ungünstig aufgehängt. Außerdem sind die auf der Markierung aufgebrachten Pfeile manchmal problematisch: Manchmal versteht man sie nur richtig, wenn man nicht vor der Markierung steht, sondern am Abzweigpunkt (ist ja auch nicht immer eindeutig). Außerdem sind die Symbole zwar nett, aber viel zu gedeckt um im Halbdunkel noch deutlich erkannt zu werden (Das waren Werbeprofis, aber keine Wanderer!). Und noch was: in Kirchberg begegneten mir zwei Wanderer aus dem Schwäbischen, die meinten, Weg (und Wanderland Hohenohe) seien "tot". Hatte nicht die zeit groß nachzufragen, aber sie meinten wohl die Infrastruktur und das Außenherum. Ja, das ist leider nachvollziehbar!

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Written May 31, 2025

Long Distance Hiking
Kocher-Jagst-Trail
October 21, 2024

Eugen Kurguzkin
Community

October 19, 2024

Schöne Tour, sind insgesamt 1050 HM.

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Written October 21, 2024

Bicycle Rides
LimpurgTour: In the footsteps of the Schenken of Limpurg
October 13, 2024

Steffen Menzel
Community

October 12, 2024

Kleine Runde mit vielen tollen Aussichten und relativ hohen Anteil an Singletrails. Für persönlich ist das Highlight der Felsenpfad. Wobei wir keine Felsen gesehen haben.

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Photo: Steffen Menzel, Community

Photo: Steffen Menzel, Community

Photo: Steffen Menzel, Community

Photo: Steffen Menzel, Community

Photo: Steffen Menzel, Community

Photo: Steffen Menzel, Community

Written October 13, 2024

Hiking Trail
Gaildorf - Circular hiking trail no. 5 - Around Kieselberg
August 27, 2022

Eugen Kurguzkin
Community

August 25, 2022

Schöne Tour, am besten nicht bei Heise Temperatur fahren

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Written August 27, 2022

Bicycle Rides
From tower to tower
June 27, 2022

Jasmin Rupp
Community

May 16, 2022

Schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour. Immer Wasser für den Hund. Etappen durch Heimvorteil anderst gestaltet.

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Written June 27, 2022

Long Distance Hiking
Bühlersteig
September 20, 2021

Detlef Grimmer
Community

September 16, 2021

Abwechslungsreicher Tour, tiefer Wald, weite Wiesen, Ausblicke… Die Wege könnten besser freigehalten werden, es ist im Spätsommer schon erheblich nass von unten, selbst mit gutem Schuhwerk

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Written September 20, 2021

Long Distance Hiking
Bühlersteig

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