Alb Plateau near Melchingen – Hohenmelchingen Castle Ruins loop from Melchingen
Alb Plateau near Melchingen – Hohenmelchingen Castle Ruins loop from Melchingen
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Alb Plateau near Melchingen – Hohenmelchingen Castle Ruins loop from Melchingen
02:54
10.2km
230m
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: March 20, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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468 m
Playground, barbecue area, and soccer field in Geopark Schwäbische Alb
Highlight • Rest Area
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3.66 km
Sommerkirch Cave
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7.18 km
Summer toboggan run and ski lift Sonnenbühl-Erpfingen
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8.00 km
Alb Plateau near Melchingen
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8.73 km
Barbecue area and shelter at SAV Melchingen
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9.31 km
Hohenmelchingen Castle Ruins
Highlight • Castle
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10.2 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.83 km
1.64 km
1.07 km
650 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
4.51 km
4.31 km
712 m
650 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (820 m)
Lowest point (720 m)
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Tuesday 26 May
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13°C
18 %
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