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The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

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The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

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4.8

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The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

02:07

7.37km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 5, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Südschwarzwald

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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42 m

Stern Trailhead Parking

Highlight • Parking

good starting point for beautiful hikes in the forest. e.g. to Rötteln Castle

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4.02 km

Röttlerwald Fortification

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Hidden in the forest to the north of Rötteln Castle is a ski jump. There are still ramparts and ditches that can be identified in the terrain. There is also …

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4.63 km

Exposed Tree Roots at the Picnic Area

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Great for children: this tree has exposed its roots and is perfect for climbing. Right next to it is a small picnic and barbecue area with a great view of the castle 🏰

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4.86 km

View of Lörrach from Rötteln Castle

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Rötteln Castle is a great attraction for young and old.

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5.09 km

The Lower Gate

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5.48 km

Rötteln Castle

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Impressive building in front of the Swiss border.

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5.71 km

Flachsland Oak

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Flaxland Oak - A very old, large and massive oak tree. Definitely worth seeing.

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5.94 km

Wooden Log Structure in Naturpark Südschwarzwald

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Very beautiful forest path and fabulous nature

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7.37 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.53 km

1.83 km

Surfaces

3.50 km

2.01 km

1.74 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 8 June

17°C

11°C

26 %

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The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

Stern Trailhead Parking

Röttlerwald Fortification

Exposed Tree Roots at the Picnic Area

View of Lörrach from Rötteln Castle

The Lower Gate

Rötteln Castle

Flachsland Oak

Wooden Log Structure in Naturpark Südschwarzwald

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