Albtraufgänger (Stage 5) *Trauf-panorama*
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This stage features the Ostlandkreuz, the Kahlenstein, the Autal waterfalls, the pilgrimage church Ave Maria and the Hiltenburg castle ruins.
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Description
Erlebnisregion Schwäbischer Albtrauf e.V.
Weberstraße 7
73084 Salach
Tel. 07162 70414-20
E-Mail: info@mein-albtrauf.de
Author's recommendation
- Ostlandkreuz, Geislingen/Steige
- Viewpoint Kahlenstein
- Thermal baths in Überkingen
- Autal waterfalls, Bad Überkingen
- Spring snowflake-blossom, Bad Überkingen
- Ave Maria monastery church, Deggingen
- Buschelkapelle vantage point
- Viewpoint Oberbergfelsen
- Castle ruins Hiltenburg, Bad Ditzenbach
Directions
The Albtraufgänger route crosses Türkheimer Steige and continues along the Alb edge to the viewing point Kahlenstein located within a unique landscape. Visiting the thermal bath and the salt cave in Bad Überkingen, for a rest from walking and some relaxation, is highly recommended.
The walk carries on through the nature reserve passing by just beside the water falls up to the Alb highlands. Just before Aufhausen, the route takes you to Ave Maria Monastery Church in Deggingen. The church is a popular pilgrimage and is decorated with fascinating Late Baroque artwork. Visiting the monastery church is definitely a must-do.
After that, the Albtraufgänger route leads you up to where Berneck Castle once was. There you find the Buschelkapelle, a chapel well worth visiting. On the plateau the walk continues and passes Oberbergfels before reaching Schonterhöhe.
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Code of Conduct:
- Please respect path-blockings and quiet zones.
- Please do not leave any rubbish, animal excrements, … e.g.
- Please act foresightful and considerate. Adapt your behaviour to the current situation. Safety comes first.
- Please respect other hikers.
- Please be considerate of animals and nature
- Please plan your trips ahead. Plan your trips during daytime and try to avoid dawn and dusk.
- Please consider entry bans of agricultural areas during vegetation period.
- Please stay on marked paths and avoid forest borders so wildlife can get used to humans.