Heimatpfad Kniebis (Local History Trail)
Easy
This gently inclined premium trail takes you around the village of Kniebis, offering several way stations and some magnificent views.
Occupancy
no info available
Parking
no info available
Public transport
Show stops
Tour details
Best time of year
- J
- F
- M
- A
- M
- J
- J
- A
- S
- O
- N
- D
Specifics of the tour
Scenic / Cultural highlihts
Path condition
Tour signs
Description
Information boards along the way tell you about local history, flora and fauna and forest management. The way stations include a bee hotel, the bird and hunters' trail, a bird's nest and a charcoal kiln.
Author's recommendation
From the "Ellbachseeblick" viewing platform, walk down to the idyllic glacial lake "Ellbachsee". Distance 1.5 km, difference in altitude: 150 m, duration: 45 minutes.
Directions
Starting from the visitor centre, the trail takes you along the Räuberwegle section to the Ellbachseeblick viewing platform, then along the edge of the forest with fine views over the village. Benches invite you to rest and enjoy the sun. You then take the Vogel- & Jägerpfad (bird & hunters path) towards your next destination, the abbey ruins at Kniebis-Dorf. Past the Abendwieshütte BBQ area, you then return to the start via Baden Kniebis. Look out for the well-preserved traces of the Zähring era on the Grenzweg.
Equipment
Rugged footwear is recommended.
Safety information
No accessibility in case of heavy snow.
More information
Cafe Günter closed Mondays
Waldblick closed Mondays +Tuesdays