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Hiking Trail to Schwend – Rock formation Katzenschrofen loop from Brunnen

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Hiking Trail to Schwend – Rock formation Katzenschrofen loop from Brunnen

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Hiking Trail to Schwend – Rock formation Katzenschrofen loop from Brunnen

03:46

12.2km

420m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 11.7 km for 266 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.13 km

Rappenschrofen rock formation and view over the Simmersbach Valley

Highlight • Natural Monument

A part of the Ottenhöfener Felsenweg should definitely be done as a lover of mountain hiking trails or alpine climbing. Please do not confuse it with the Karlsruher Grat, which is further east in the Gottschlägel valley.

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3.41 km

Mountain snack hut Zum Fiesemichel

Highlight • Restaurant

A beautiful place to stop off. Quaint Bergvesperhütte with typical dishes such as Bibiliskäse, sour beans with bacon and fried potatoes. But here also taste coffee and delicious cake. A sunny spot can be found on the beautiful terrace!

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5.85 km

Moss-Covered Boulder by the Pond

Highlight • Natural Monument

Super mystical and interesting place!

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5.95 km

Wells

Highlight • Structure

The well, carved out of a boulder, usually has a lot of water. The bench next to it invites you to rest.

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8.43 km

Hiking Trail to Schwend

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A beautiful path is really fun

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9.03 km

After the ascent, the view of the Rhine Valley is the reward!

Highlight • Viewpoint

If it's not foggy after the ascent, you can enjoy the view here ... over the Rhine Valley.

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11.4 km

Witches' house and broom on the Kappelrodecker Hexensteig trail

Highlight • Structure

The little witch's house stands beautifully crooked by the path and is perfect for a rest. Don't worry, no witch will lure you into the cottage. However, you'll find some …

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11.9 km

Rock formation Katzenschrofen

Highlight • Natural Monument

A magnificent rocky landscape. The path here leads between the rocks, with almost no view. Still worth seeing! There's also an information board.

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12.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.99 km

1.64 km

293 m

145 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.96 km

4.15 km

1.87 km

170 m

Elevation

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Highest point (640 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

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Hiking Trail to Schwend – Rock formation Katzenschrofen loop from Brunnen

Rappenschrofen rock formation and view over the Simmersbach Valley

Mountain snack hut Zum Fiesemichel

Moss-Covered Boulder by the Pond

Wells

Hiking Trail to Schwend

After the ascent, the view of the Rhine Valley is the reward!

Witches' house and broom on the Kappelrodecker Hexensteig trail

Rock formation Katzenschrofen

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