Ostelsheim is a community situated at the edge of the Northern Black Forest and within the Heckengäu region. Its landscape features rolling hills, meadows, and forests, providing a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. The area's geographical position offers access to both the wooded hills of the Black Forest foothills and the characteristic mosaic of hedges and fields found in Heckengäu. This blend of natural settings supports several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, gravel biking, and more.
115
Routes
4.6
(448)
Average rating
2815
People visited

4.6
(35)
239
riders
32.0km
01:21
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(23)
159
riders
33.1km
01:27
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(17)
137
riders
45.0km
01:57
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(7)
79
riders
25.3km
01:03
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(9)
72
riders
59.8km
03:43
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
52
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(8)
42
riders
33.0km
02:14
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(6)
36
riders
18.9km
01:17
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.7
(40)
216
riders
57.8km
03:16
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
32
riders
39.1km
02:07
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(10)
27
riders
41.0km
02:23
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(15)
83
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.4
(9)
48
hikers
9.29km
02:32
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
31
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
44
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
34
hikers
9.32km
02:36
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.3
(13)
53
runners
9.19km
00:58
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
39
runners
7.41km
00:48
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(7)
30
runners
12.4km
01:22
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
11
runners
8.65km
00:57
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.4
(7)
36
riders
35.3km
02:15
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(6)
23
riders
48.8km
03:21
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(5)
11
riders
38.0km
02:50
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
12
riders
53.3km
04:45
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
4
hikers
9.83km
02:52
260m
260m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
17.2km
04:36
200m
200m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
16.2km
04:52
450m
450m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Ostelsheim offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region's diverse landscape, featuring rolling hills, meadows, and forests, supports these pursuits. There are 89 routes available, with an average rating of 4.59 stars from more than 46,000 visitors.
Yes, Ostelsheim provides numerous road cycling routes, often on paved surfaces through picturesque valleys like the Würmtal. These routes can include moderate elevation gains, suitable for various fitness levels. For more information, consult the guide Road Cycling Routes around Ostelsheim.
The region around Ostelsheim is well-suited for hiking, with routes traversing typical Heckengäu landscapes of hedges, forests, and meadows. Paths are available through beautiful forest areas and across 'Muschelkalk' (limestone) areas. Hikers can find various options in the guide Hiking around Ostelsheim.
Ostelsheim's varied terrain is advantageous for gravel biking, featuring both paved and unpaved sections, as well as compacted gravel paths. These routes are often found along river valleys and through forested areas. The topography offers a mix of gentle slopes and more challenging ascents. A dedicated guide is available: Gravel biking around Ostelsheim.
Notable natural features include the Rötelbach Valley, a gorge with a path along the Rötelbach stream, offering a cool environment. The Stuben Rocks are also a natural monument, consisting of impressive rock formations with overhangs and cave-like niches.
Ostelsheim is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 46,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars. There are 89 total routes available across various sports.
The Würmtal Cycle Path in the vicinity is known for its well-paved and scenic sections, which can be suitable for family touring. Many routes offer moderate elevation gains, providing options for different skill levels. Guides like Traffic-free bike rides around Ostelsheim may offer suitable options.
Komoot offers several guides for Ostelsheim, including Road Cycling Routes around Ostelsheim, Hiking around Ostelsheim, and Gravel biking around Ostelsheim. Other guides cover touring cycling, mountain biking, and running trails.
The official website for the municipality of Ostelsheim is ostelsheim.de. For direct inquiries, the general phone number for the municipality is +49703340080.
Yes, Ostelsheim includes routes suitable for mountain biking. The varied terrain, which borders the Northern Black Forest, provides opportunities for off-road cycling. Information on specific trails can be found in the guide MTB Trails around Ostelsheim.
Ostelsheim offers routes with mostly paved surfaces and moderate elevation gains, which can be suitable for beginners. The Würmtal Cycle Path is a well-known route in the area that provides pleasant scenery. Guides for touring cycling, such as Cycling around Ostelsheim, may include easier options.

