Trailfinger Gorge – Split Rock loop from Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb

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Trailfinger Gorge – Split Rock loop from Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb

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Trailfinger Gorge – Split Rock loop from Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb

03:17

26.6km

730m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb (Kernzone)

Geopark Schwäbische Alb

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1.60 km

Trailfinger Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

The Ermsursprung is in the Trailfinger Gorge. There are also numerous interesting rock formations here. At the end of the gorge there is a nice barbecue area.

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10.9 km

The Schiller Cave is a natural monument on the Swabian Alb. The cave is around 245 meters long and was used as a escape cave in various wars. Today the cave provides shelter for bats to hibernate. Therefore the cave is closed with a gate from November 1st to May 15th every year.

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11.2 km

Hohenwittlingen Castle Ruins

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The castle, which was built on a rock spur, was protected against attacks from the plateau by two ditches and a high shield wall.

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12.4 km

Sunflowers in Seeburger Valley

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The sun is rising....

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17.1 km

Split Rock

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Nice climbing rock. At the weekend when the weather is good, you can watch the climbers here or take action yourself :-)

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21.0 km

Café Schlössle Seeburg

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The dining cafe Schlössle is located in a former mansion / sanatorium of a Stuttgart doctor. The garden invites you to walk & smile. The café itself offers delicious food & drinks in a very pleasant atmosphere. The parking in front of the cafe is private & therefore unsuitable as a hiking parking lot.

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22.6 km

Seeburg War Memorial with a view

Highlight • Monument

Such cenotaphs or war memorials are still very important today as a memorial to the many dead. "Now you, O Lord, let your servant depart in peace, as you said..." says the so-called "Song of Simeon" (Gospel of Luke chapter 2, verse 29). However, the people who are remembered here did not die in peace, but rather became victims of war and tyranny.
Many places and monuments that you encounter along the way are a testament to the horror of war and tyranny - which is still significant and relevant today. They all have, and this is new for each generation, two essential functions:
-1- Commemorate and remember the victims
-2- Call for the preservation of peace

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