View of Falkenstein Rock – Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

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View of Falkenstein Rock – Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

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View of Falkenstein Rock – Eselsburger Valley loop from Eselsburger Tal

04:08

15.1km

220m

Hiking

Hard hike. 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 11, 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 2.39 km for 27 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.15 km

Jägersteg Bridge over the Brenz

Highlight • Bridge

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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2.24 km

View of Falkenstein Rock

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

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2.48 km

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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6.46 km

The Brenz near Anhausen

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The Brenzschleife makes it easy to go for a lap or to sail the Brenz with a boat. The start and end are only a few hundred meters apart

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10.8 km

Eselsburger Valley

Highlight • Gorge

For a little trip always worth seeing.

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13.0 km

Restored Brenz River

Highlight • River

Nice family hike for young and old 😊

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13.4 km

Stone Maidens rock formations

Highlight • Natural Monument

Fantastic bike path along the Brenz in the Eselsburger valley. You can also climb here.

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13.4 km

Pond by the Stone Maidens

Highlight • Lake

Very beautiful landscape 😊

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.17 km

2.35 km

1.57 km

1.56 km

330 m

143 m

Surfaces

7.82 km

4.55 km

1.75 km

681 m

149 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (530 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

Weather

Friday 9 October

14°C

6°C

97 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Comments

June 10, 2022,Eselsburger Tal

I can recommend a great hike to everyone. Lunch Gaisburger March, very tasty. Just stopped in for coffee and cake on the way back. Overall a nice day. Lots to see, if you want to climb too.

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March 22, 2023,Eselsburger Tal, Steinerne Jungfrauen, Burgruine Falkenstein

A beautiful hike, starting from Herbrechtingen through the distinctive Eselsburger Tal, further through the Brenztal to the Falkenstein. Continue on this side of the Brenz to Anhausen, at the Riedmühle over the Brenz and back on the other side of the valley. If you want to shorten the tour: there are Brenz crossings in Eselsburg, on the Falkenstein and on …

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February 17, 2024,Märzenbecher-Blüte 💮 im Eselsburger Tal mit Zinnoberroten Kelchbecherling📛

And of course like every year: Eselsburger Tal for the Märzenbecher blossom 💮 and of course the star of the NSG: The Vermilion Red Chalice Cup ♥️♥️♥️

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April 28, 2022,Eselsburger Tal

Eselsburger Tal, today the larger round. Just right for switching off 😊

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January 6, 2022,Eselburgtal Reitweg

Well signposted, easy bridle path with a unique backdrop. Lots of walkers on weekends!

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May 26, 2024,Felsenmeer – Steinerne Jungfrauen Runde von Eselsburg

We dropped the grandchildren off at Legoland Günzburg and then went to the nearby Eselsburger Valley. This Komoot tour is really beautiful and highly recommended. Poco the dog also had fun and often had the opportunity to take a refreshing swim in the Brenz.

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December 30, 2023,Eselsburger Tal

Today we took advantage of the nice weather before the long late shift!
Wish everyone a happy new year and the very best for the New Year!🎉🥂🍾🎆

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March 2, 2024,Eselsburger Tal# Esel # Märzenbecher#

Short hike in the Eselsburger Valley. Donkey seen right at the beginning of the tour, followed by snowdrops. At the Falkenstein domain, the forest is full of Märzenbecher. The tour continued past the Stone Maidens and via Herbrechtingen back to Anhausen Monastery. As a reward, we stopped at our favorite ice cream parlor.

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