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Ortenberg

Ortenberg, Ortenaukreis - A destination with charm

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Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
From Offenburg to Gengenbach
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 18.5 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 625 m
Descent 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.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Mountain Bike · The Black Forest
Offenburg MTB Route 6 - After-work Route
recommended route Difficulty S0 moderate
Distance 22.9 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 819 m
Descent 819 m

Passing the Platz der Verfassungsfreude, the route goes through the wine street up to Hohe Horn. The route continues to Brandeckkopf and through ...

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Stadt Offenburg
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 70.5 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 137 m
Descent 137 m

The route takes you through the beautiful Rhine valley into the Kinzig valley to Gengenbach.

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from Pro-cyCL ®,   Nationalparkregion Schwarzwald
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 109.8 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 1,773 m
Descent 1,766 m

From Kniebis it goes to Oppenau and through the most beautiful Baden wine towns to Offenburg. The route then takes you back through the depths of ...

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Nationalparkregion Schwarzwald - Freudenstadt
Bicycle Rides · Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
Gustav trail Offenburg (bike version)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 48.9 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 306 m
Descent 306 m

The approximately 48-kilometer-long Gustav trail connects the core city of Offenburg with its eleven villages as a circular route.

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from Silke Keil / Gunter Schön,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 67 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 305 m
Descent 255 m

This stage of the German Timber-Frame Road from Haslach im Kinzigtal to Sasbachwalden passes several places where we can admire historical timber ...

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Deutsche Fachwerkstraße
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Ortenberg - The 13th Ortenau Wine Loop
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 8.9 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 407 m
Descent 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 ...

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from Günther Weinert - Wanderfex,   Günther Weinert
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 91.7 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 1,256 m
Descent 1,256 m

Our route goes from Offenburg to Oppenau. There, we can measure our time on the Oppenau climb. Over the Black Forest High Road, it goes down again ...

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Stadt Offenburg
recommended route Difficulty S2 difficult
Distance 20.2 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 796 m
Descent 796 m

Moderately difficult varied mountain bike route through the Offenburger vineyard region and the foreland zone. Beautiful views. The route ...

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Stadt Offenburg
Thematic Trail · Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
Gustav-Weg - the local heritage hiking path in Offenburg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 48.7 km
Duration 12:35 h
Ascent 402 m
Descent 402 m

The approximately 48-kilometer-long Gustav-Weg connects the core town of Offenburg with its eleven villages as a circular route. In the west, it ...

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from Silke Keil / Gunter Schön,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
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Welcome to Ortenberg, a charming town in the heart of the Ortenau district. The town is idyllically situated at the foot of the Black Forest and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. Those looking for relaxation and recreation will certainly find what they are looking for here.

The town has a long history dating back to the 13th century. Ortenberg Castle, dating from the 16th century, is a landmark of the town and offers an impressive view of the surrounding countryside.

Tourist attractions also include the town church of St. Bartholomew and the museum in the castle courtyard, which provides information about the history of the region.

Cultural highlights can be found especially in summer: from June to September, a varied programme is regularly offered - from concerts to theatre performances to art exhibitions, there is something to discover for every taste.

Culinary specialities are also not neglected in Ortenberg: whether traditional Baden cuisine or international specialities - here you will find everything your heart desires.

Those who like to be active can enjoy numerous outdoor activities: Hiking through the Black Forest or cycling on well-developed cycle paths offer pure enjoyment of nature! Water sports enthusiasts also get their money's worth: the nearby quarry pond invites you to swim and sunbathe.

And if it does rain? No problem! There are many cosy cafés and restaurants in the town where you can pass the time with a good coffee or a delicious meal.

Ortenberg is worth a visit at any time of year. However, it is especially beautiful in spring and summer, when nature shows itself from its best side. Those who are looking for relaxation and like to be active will certainly get their money's worth here. A perfect destination for all nature lovers - Ortenberg in the heart of the Ortenau district!

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  • 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
  • March 06, 2025
    Alexander Behr 
    August 03, 2024
    Gigantische Tour. Ich habe die Tour im August 2024 gemacht und denke noch immer mit schönen Gefühlen daran zurück. Der Schwarzwald ist und bleibt ein RR-Paradies.
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    Written March 06, 2025
  • 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
  • August 21, 2021
    Herbert Mau
    August 20, 2021
    Vor 6 Jahren musste ich die Tour wegen Muskelkrämpfe aufgeben. Nun habe ich ich sie bewältigt. Tolle Landschaften gibt es zu sehen einige Herausforderungen gilt es zu bewältigen. 7 Stunden habe ich dafür gebraucht und war hinterher platt aber glücklich sie geschafft zu haben.
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    Written August 21, 2021
  • June 01, 2021
    Norbert Bille
    June 01, 2021
    Ich bin die Tour heute gefahren und fand sie sehr schön. Wegen des Höhenprofils bin ich allerdings umgekehrt gefahren: zuerst den welligen Abschnitt zwischen Oberkirch und Gengenbach und dann den gemütlichen Teil durch die Ebene. Außerdem vermeidet man so zwei steile Anstiege in Hofweier und Ortenberg. Ich rate, die Fahrtrichtung der Tour umzukehren.
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    Written June 01, 2021
  • May 23, 2021
    Lara Mayer
    Sehr schöne Strecke. Daumen hoch.👍🏼
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    Written May 23, 2021
  • 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

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