Nature Reserve Guide
Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg is a nature reserve located in the Hohenlohekreis district of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. This 216-hectare area extends along the Kocher River between Sindringen and Ohrnberg, characterized by its valley floodplain, natural hillside forests on steep slopes, and a small reservoir. The diverse landscape, including former vineyard slopes, provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg nature reserve offers more than 50…
118
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
2434
People visited

4.8
(103)
376
riders
62.3km
04:00
700m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.9
(37)
127
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.4
(7)
52
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.7
(26)
79
riders
53.7km
03:28
650m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.3
(13)
43
hikers
18.1km
04:54
250m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.7
(26)
151
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4.6
(14)
64
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4.5
(8)
31
hikers
13.2km
03:36
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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4.2
(13)
127
riders
44.8km
01:49
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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78
riders
26.5km
01:08
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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36
riders
19.1km
00:49
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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26
riders
44.3km
01:55
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.9
(27)
79
riders
38.2km
02:25
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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14
riders
15.8km
00:57
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride.

3.0
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15
riders
18.7km
01:03
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride.

5.0
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16
riders
33.3km
01:56
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride.
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5.0
(2)
33
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

10
runners
20.7km
02:14
250m
250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly runnable paths. Some sure-footedness required.

17
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

8
runners
19.7km
02:03
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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5.0
(2)
15
riders
43.9km
02:35
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
54.2km
03:51
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

9
riders
23.8km
01:25
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg offers 78 routes across various sports, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. These routes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 2,000 visitors. Specific guides are available for Cycling and Hiking.
A popular touring cycling route is the Kocher Cycle Path – Kocher River loop from Ohrnberg, covering 29.6 miles (47.6 km). Another option is the Kochertal Route – Kocher Island near Ernsbach loop from Sindringen, which is 7.8 miles (12.6 km) long and rated as easy. These routes offer diverse landscapes along the Kocher River.
Yes, Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg features easy hiking trails. The Fischbach Creek loop from Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg is an easy 3.0-mile (4.8 km) route. Paths are often easily accessible, making them suitable for various fitness levels. More options can be found in the Easy hikes in Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg guide.
The reserve features a valley floodplain, natural hillside forests, and a small reservoir with reed beds. It is known for hosting one of the largest grey heron colonies in the Stuttgart administrative district. Other bird species like water rails, little grebes, cuckoos, and kingfishers can also be observed. Former vineyard slopes are managed to maintain rich semi-dry grasslands, supporting diverse plant and animal species, including orchids and butterflies.
Cycling routes in Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg range from easy to moderate difficulty. For example, the Kochertal Route is rated easy, while the Kocher Cycle Path loop from Ohrnberg is moderate. This variety caters to both leisurely rides and more challenging tours. Guides for Cycling and Road Cycling provide more details.
Cycling routes vary significantly in length. Shorter routes, like the Kochertal Route, are around 7.8 miles (12.6 km). Longer options, such as the Kocher Cycle Path loop from Ohrnberg, extend to 29.6 miles (47.6 km). A dedicated 3.0-mile (5 km) cycle path connects Sindringen and Ohrnberg within the reserve.
Yes, mountain biking trails are available. Routes like the Ingelfinger Fass – Lichteneck Castle Ruins loop from Ernsbach offer a moderate challenge over 23.8 miles (38.3 km). Another option is the Schöntal Abbey loop from Sindringen, which is 33.0 miles (53.2 km) long. More information can be found in the MTB Trails in Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg, covering various activities. These include guides for Cycling, Hiking, Road Cycling Routes, and MTB Trails. There are also guides for Easy hikes and Attractions.
The Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg nature reserve is administered by the Regierungspräsidium Stuttgart. For general inquiries, contact them by phone at +49 711 904-0 or via email at poststelle@rps.bwl.de. For specific information on guided tours, the Natur- und Landschaftsführer Hohenlohe e. V. can be reached at +49 7948/2376 or regina.winter@nlfh.de.
The area along the Kocher River offers picturesque views. Cycling routes often pass by features like the Kocher Canal, which feeds the Ohrnberg power station. Some routes, such as the Ohrntal Cycle Path, include the Kochertal Bridge (1913) as a point of interest. The reserve's blend of floodplain and steep forested slopes provides varied scenery.
Routes in Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 2,000 visitors who have explored the 78 available routes. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg offers several road cycling routes. An example is the Kocherwerk Café & Museum – Würzburg Gate loop from Ohrnberg, an easy 27.8-mile (44.8 km) route. Another option is the Helenenquelle – Ohrntal Cycle Path loop from Büttelbronn, which is 16.5 miles (26.5 km) long. More routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes in Vogelhalde Sindringen-Ohrnberg guide.

