Ellwangen (Jagst) is a region characterized by its diverse natural landscapes, making it suitable for a range of outdoor activities. The area features the idyllic Jagst River Valley, dense Swabian forests, and the rolling Ellwangen Hills. Numerous lakes, including Bucher Stausee and Stausee Rainau-Buch, further enhance the scenic variety, providing varied terrain for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Ellwangen (Jagst) offers a wide array of outdoor activities, with…
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4.7
(149)
804
riders
66.0km
03:56
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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342
riders
38.3km
02:56
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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195
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30.0km
02:01
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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146
riders
49.7km
03:26
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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174
hikers
11.4km
03:01
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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144
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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94
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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96
hikers
5.87km
01:34
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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96
riders
50.9km
03:34
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
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34.9km
02:42
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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44
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52.7km
02:58
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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23
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29.2km
02:16
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.3
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129
riders
43.3km
01:52
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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25.8km
01:04
90m
90m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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59
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47.4km
02:14
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51
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40.9km
01:56
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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86
runners
23.2km
02:24
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.93km
00:55
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.0km
01:21
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
runners
9.33km
00:59
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
43.2km
02:45
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
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36.1km
02:08
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
55.7km
03:40
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ellwangen (Jagst) offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features the Jagst River Valley, Swabian forests, and the Ellwangen Hills. Over 1,500 routes are available for exploration.
The region offers an extensive network of cycle routes, including the 'Ellwanger Seenplatte' lake tour and sections of the multi-day 'Kocher-Jagst Cycle Route'. Routes also follow the ancient Limes, passing historic villages and Roman monuments. More information can be found in the Cycling around Ellwangen (Jagst) guide.
Yes, the 'Ellwanger Seenplatte' lake tour is particularly suitable for families. Many routes through river valleys and along lakes are designed to be accessible. The region's diverse terrain includes paths suitable for various skill levels.
Ellwangen (Jagst) provides diverse landscapes for hiking, from river valleys and woodlands to gentle hills. Popular routes include the Espachweiler Lake – Eschbachweiler Pond loop and the Jesuit College in Ellwangen – Wooden King's Head Sculpture loop. The Limes hiking trail also passes through the area, tracing Roman history. Explore more in the Hiking around Ellwangen (Jagst) guide.
The region is characterized by the idyllic Jagst River Valley, dense Swabian forests, and the rolling Ellwangen Hills. Key natural features include numerous lakes such as Bucher Stausee, Kressbachsee, Haeslestausee, and Stausee Rainau-Buch. Historical landmarks include the Renaissance chateau (Ellwangen Castle), the Basilica of St. Vitus, and the Church of Schönenberg.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Cycling around Ellwangen (Jagst), Hiking around Ellwangen (Jagst), and Road Cycling Routes around Ellwangen (Jagst). Guides for jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking are also available.
Ellwangen (Jagst) is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 27,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars. There are over 1,500 routes recorded across various sports.
The terrain in Ellwangen (Jagst) is varied, ranging from flat river paths along the Jagst to rolling hills in the Ellwangen Hills. Trails also traverse dense Swabian forests and pass by numerous lakes. This diversity provides options for different intensities and preferences.
Yes, the region offers dedicated routes for road cycling. These routes allow cyclists to enjoy the rolling countryside and idyllic river landscapes. The Road Cycling Routes around Ellwangen (Jagst) guide provides more details.
The highest point in the rolling Ellwangen Hills is the Schönberg, which reaches an elevation of 569.2 meters above sea level. This area offers varied terrain for outdoor activities.
For tourist information regarding Ellwangen (Jagst), the Tourist-Information can be reached by phone at 07961 84-303. The official website for the City of Ellwangen is ellwangen.de.
Yes, Ellwangen (Jagst) offers routes for both mountain biking and gravel biking. The varied terrain, including forests and hills, provides suitable conditions for these sports. Komoot offers specific guides such as MTB Trails around Ellwangen (Jagst) and Gravel biking around Ellwangen (Jagst).

