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Baden-Württemberg
Heidenheim
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View of Falkenstein Rock – View of the Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

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Germany
Baden-Württemberg
Heidenheim
Gerstetten

View of Falkenstein Rock – View of the Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

Hard

4.6

(14)

39

hikers

View of Falkenstein Rock – View of the Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

01:38

5.71km

120m

Hiking

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

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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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 5.62 km for 27 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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35 m

Falkenstein Estate

Highlight • Historical Site

Falkenstein has its own idyllic atmosphere. A modern farm in partially historic buildings, then further down to the valley, the remaining buildings of the former outer bailey and finally the …

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629 m

View of Falkenstein Rock

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You cannot climb up the Falkenstein, as the birds are currently breeding.

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846 m

Wildflowers of Eselsburger Tal

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On these slopes the March snowflake always grows

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1.56 km

At the top of the Buingen there is a beautiful shelter and offers a view of the wonderful Eselsburger Tal.

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3.02 km

- This "heath landscape" is located near Herbrechtingen in the district of Heidenheim

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4.03 km

View of the Eselsburger Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wide view to the Falkenstein domain

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5.38 km

Orion and I often walk here, because meadows, forests, hills and rocks alternate. Many round trips are selectable depending on preferences. Fully recommended for the whole family! 👍👍

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5.55 km

Ascent to Falkenstein

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First, a narrow path with a few steps and a few roots leads to the first obstacle: climbing over the wooden beams.
This section requires a high level of surefootedness. …

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5.71 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.98 km

2.55 km

142 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.54 km

1.70 km

871 m

435 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (530 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

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Wednesday 7 October

16°C

7°C

98 %

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