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The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

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Baden-Württemberg

The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

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87

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The Lower Gate – Rötteln Castle loop from Wittlingen

02:49

10.00km

210m

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: August 12, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Südschwarzwald

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

172 m

Stern Trailhead Parking

Highlight • Parking

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

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4.40 km

Rümminger Moos

Nature Reserve

3

6.92 km

Exposed Tree Roots at the Picnic Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

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

7.20 km

The Lower Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

5

7.23 km

Rötteln Castle

Highlight • Castle

Rötteln Castle ruins are one of the most impressive castles in Southern Baden. Many walls, watchtowers, and even residential buildings from the original complex are still preserved today. Wandering through …

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6

7.45 km

View of Lörrach from Rötteln Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view from the keep of Rötteln Castle is definitely worth the many steps and the entrance fee. Especially if you are on the Westweg trail, because then you can …

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7

7.75 km

Rötteln Castle

Highlight • Castle

Impressive building in front of the Swiss border.

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8

7.98 km

Flachsland Oak

Highlight • Natural Monument

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

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9

8.43 km

Wooden Log Structure in Naturpark Südschwarzwald

Highlight • Structure

Very beautiful forest path and fabulous nature

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B

10.00 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.52 km

3.29 km

182 m

Surfaces

3.60 km

3.20 km

2.96 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 10 October

14°C

6°C

14 %

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