Hohenwittlingensteig Bad Urach

On the access road, we walk towards Bad Urach-Wittlingen and turn right onto a path that first takes us over orchards, then along the edge of the forest on the right and into the woods. At the next fork, we keep left and shortly afterwards right, then we follow the signage further towards the Slit Rock and descend a narrow path into the valley. On a forest road, we pass the Burgruine Baldeck, hidden in the dense forest, and walk right past the Slit Rock. Since the impressive rock face belongs to the best climbing rocks in the Swabian Alb, we may be lucky to see climbers in action. After a steep climb in the shady forest, we reach a forest road, which we follow shortly to the right to a fork, then disappear left on a path through the undergrowth. Along the edge of the slope, we pass the Buckfelsen below us and walk to the Burgruine Hohenwittlingen. Around the castle ruins, park benches and a built-in barbecue invite you to linger. The platform in the center of the site offers fantastic views over the green hilly landscape of the Urach Alb. Afterwards, we walk down to the dark Schiller Cave. A stepped descent through cozy mixed forest then leads deeper into the lush green Wolfsschlucht. In the moist and pleasantly cool gorge even in summer, we admire the impressive sinter terraces formed by mineral deposits. From here, it is not far; we follow the stream, turn right, and soon stand again at the P65 parking lot near Wittlingen.

Sturdy footwear, hiking poles, and surefootedness are recommended for this route.

The Grafensteige are not stroll but hiking paths. Sturdy footwear, hiking poles, and surefootedness are recommended for all routes. Especially after and during rainfall as well as in winter months, the limestone rock and ground, especially on slopes, can be very slippery. We ask you to exercise due caution.

In case of emergency, always dial 112. Please mention if the injured persons are in an inaccessible area so that the Bad Urach mountain rescue service is also informed and no unnecessary time is lost during rescue.

At the posts of the arrow signposts, you will find a plaque with the exact location number. This is known to the control center. In an emergency, this ensures quick help.

Please observe the information about current closures.

The Hohenwittlingensteig is only one of the five Grafensteige. Also hike one of the other four: Wasserfallsteig, Hohenurachsteig, Hochbergsteig, or Seeburgsteig. All premium hiking trails lead you to the most beautiful spots in Bad Urach.