Monbachtal Waterfall – Monbachtal Gorge loop from Monbach, Maisgraben und St. Leonhardquelle

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Monbachtal Waterfall – Monbachtal Gorge loop from Monbach, Maisgraben und St. Leonhardquelle

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Monbachtal Waterfall – Monbachtal Gorge loop from Monbach, Maisgraben und St. Leonhardquelle

01:35

5.43km

150m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord

Waypoints

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670 m

Stepping Stones over the Monbach

Highlight • Bridge

When the water level is normal, it is not a problem to walk over the stones and cross the stream. Up to the upper part of the gorge there are several crossings that arouse enthusiasm, especially among children.

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1.24 km

Monbach Stepping Stones

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The rocks in the Monbach stream are covered in moss and extremely slippery. Caution is advised.

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1.53 km

Monbachtal Waterfall

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Small waterfall, but at least one of the largest in this section of Monbachtal. The water is crystal clear. Great place for a break.

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1.81 km

Monbach Stepping-Stone Crossings

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Especially after rain or during high water, crossing the stream becomes an adventure. The mossy stones are extremely slippery and treacherous.
It is not for nothing that the Monbach is …

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1.94 km

Stepping Stones along the Monbach

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2.87 km

Monbachtal Forest and Stream

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There are also beautiful hiking trails and paths to explore that run parallel to the Monbach halfway up.

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3.53 km

Old Ford at Monbachtal

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An old ford or dam.

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3.60 km

Monbachtal Gorge

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A beautiful gorge for hiking for young and old. Multiple water crossings and now and then a bit of Krapseln.

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3.98 km

Kneipp Becken

Lake

5.43 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.88 km

1.47 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.29 km

409 m

398 m

318 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (320 m)

Weather

Saturday 10 October

12°C

6°C

40 %

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Comments

January 30, 2022,DE - Bad Liebenzell - Ein Marsch durchs Monbachtal

The Monbachtal is always worth a trip.
Especially in summer it is pleasantly cool there and also offers the opportunity to dangle your feet in the water in some places by the stream. When the tour is over and you are back at the bottom of the gorge, you have the chance to play another round of Godi Golf or …

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April 14, 2024,Monbachtal als Enkelausflug

The Monbachtal is always a highlight!🤩Especially in summery temperatures and with sausages grilled and delicious cake 🍰 in the Cafe Monbachtal!

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May 29, 2023,Wanderung in der Monbachschlucht

A nice walk along the Mon sometimes through the creek but always under the trees which was very pleasant. Since we then made our way back after three quarters of an hour, we were a bit flat. Here it is worthwhile to take proper provisions with you, which you can then enjoy in peace on the way by the water. …

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June 18, 2023,Monbachtal mit Familie

Easy hike without much effort perfect on hot days. Please do not wear flip flops. Small Kneipp pool to cool off on the way back. Be there early at the weekend when it gets hot - it will be full. LG and have fun

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