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Urach Waterfall – View of Hohenurach Castle loop from Bad Urach Wasserfall

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Urach Waterfall – View of Hohenurach Castle loop from Bad Urach Wasserfall

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Urach Waterfall – View of Hohenurach Castle loop from Bad Urach Wasserfall

02:33

8.11km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

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Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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Start point

Train Station

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2.61 km

Steep climb to Hohenurach Castle Ruins

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Steep but worthwhile ascent to the Hohenurach castle ruins

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3.32 km

View from Hohenurach Castle over Bad Urach and the Erm Valley

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A fascinating view of Urach and the Ermstal. From up there you can still see where the city walls used to stand in Urach.

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5.48 km

Urach Waterfall

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The Urach Waterfall is one of the absolute highlights of the Swabian Alb and, with a total drop of 37 meters in several stages, is one of the highest waterfalls in Germany outside the Alps. It is particularly impressive when the snow melts or after heavy rain, because then a lot of water flows. Together with the very humid and therefore dense and green forest all around, you almost feel like you have been transported to another world. There is a hut at the top of the waterfall where you can get food.

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5.83 km

Stepped Path to Urach Waterfall

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On nice days it gets so crowded that you have to queue, which is a bit too much for me personally.

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5.96 km

View of Hohenurach Castle

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Great tour, always recommended

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6.01 km

Brühlbach Stream Trail

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From the Maisental parking lot, the trail continues along the Brühlbach stream. It's also wheelchair-accessible up to the steps in front of the Urach Waterfall. The numerous cascades in the stream and the crystal-clear water make the trail truly enjoyable. On weekends, it's advisable to set off early, as it gets quite crowded after lunchtime.

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7.05 km

Lower waterfall path

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Unfortunately very heavily frequented!

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7.17 km

Brühlbach Stream

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At night you can even go without a flashlight. The path is just enough that you do not stumble and you can orient yourself by mirroring the stars in the water where the stream is.

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8.11 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.33 km

913 m

628 m

247 m

Surfaces

6.33 km

1.09 km

489 m

206 m

Elevation

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Friday 26 June

38°C

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Comments

December 29, 2023,Ruine Hohenurach - Uracher Wasserfall

A great tour, the first highlight is the Hohenurach castle ruins. A castle on the 11th Jr., a wall and the remains of buildings can still be seen, the imposing castle is huge and you can stay here forever. The second highlight of the tour is the Urach waterfall. When we arrived, however, we had to walk between bushes and …

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January 17, 2026,Uracher Wasserfall – Blick auf den Uracher Wasserfall Runde von Bad Urach Wasserfall

A beautiful hike to the ruins and waterfall in Bad Urach. While the hike itself isn't very long, the climbs are quite challenging, especially the ascent to the ruins. However, the hike was definitely worth it. The ruins are highly recommended. Be sure to allow plenty of time, as there are numerous paths, cellars, and viewpoints to explore. It's also …

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January 24, 2022,Ein echtes Wanderhighlight - Bad Uracher Wasserfall und Burgruine Hohenurach

An unforgettably beautiful and sunny day with my boys. This calls for repetition and then we or I will walk the entire waterfall trail alone.

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August 25, 2025,🏞👍🌳☀️🍀 Uracher Wasserfall – Burgruine Hohenurach Runde von Bad Urach

What a great round in the Swabian Alb with perfect weather and great views 🏞👍🌳🍀☀️😀

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May 20, 2024,Uracher Wasserfall - Wanderung nach Poesie Weg

The hike from the Uracher Waterfall to the Poetry Trail is an impressive tour that combines nature experience and cultural inspiration. The Uracher Waterfall, one of the highest waterfalls in the Swabian Alb, impresses with a 37-meter-high waterfall that plunges down over moss-covered rocks and offers a spectacular natural spectacle.

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November 28, 2021,Uracher Wasserfall und der Hohen Urach

Went to the Urach waterfall early this morning. The reward was that you just had the beautiful landscape to yourself. The waterfall already has the first icicles. The Hohen Urach is also worth a visit at any time of the year.

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January 12, 2025,Urach: Wasserfall💧und Burgruine 🏰

Even though it is always busy there, the Uracher waterfall is a worthwhile destination. Most people only go to the waterfall and not to the top anyway.
Today you also had to be suitably equipped. The water runs over the steps and in some places it is slippery. Waterproof boots and poles are not a bad idea.
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January 12, 2025,💧Uracher Wasserfall und 🏰 Ruine Hohen Urach

Today we needed waterproof shoes to get to the waterfall. It wasn't frozen on the steps, but there was plenty of water. Once we got to the top we had a beautiful view of the Hoher Urach, which we then visited. A beautiful panoramic view of the Alb and the Ermstal rewarded us for the steep climb.

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Urach Waterfall – View of Hohenurach Castle loop from Bad Urach Wasserfall

Steep climb to Hohenurach Castle Ruins

View from Hohenurach Castle over Bad Urach and the Erm Valley

Urach Waterfall

Stepped Path to Urach Waterfall

View of Hohenurach Castle

Brühlbach Stream Trail

Lower waterfall path

Brühlbach Stream

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