Germany
Baden-Württemberg
Freiburg District
Ortenaukreis
Gutach (Schwarzwaldbahn)
Baroque redoubt with dry stone wall
Germany
Baden-Württemberg
Freiburg District
Ortenaukreis
Gutach (Schwarzwaldbahn)
Baroque redoubt with dry stone wall
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 53 out of 55 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
Location: Gutach (Schwarzwaldbahn), Ortenaukreis, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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01:43
5.45km
220m
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03:18
11.2km
320m
4.7
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07:21
22.5km
1,010m
I initially researched what exactly that was without any results. Who will clarify?
I have now found out that it is a baroque "jump" with dry stone walls.
The facility is located near the Prechtaler “Schanze” / Haselberg wind turbine
September 13, 2021
Further along, you'll also see a stone wall. It was once a fortification.
Today, it's a nice place to take a break.
May 31, 2025
The "Baroque Schanze Prechtal" refers to a defensive fortification (Schanze) in the Black Forest built during the Baroque period (circa 17th century) to protect the Prechtal Valley and the surrounding areas from French invasions. These fortifications were part of a larger defensive system along the Black Forest, stretching over 200 kilometers and securing strategically important roads and crossings.Specifically, the Schanze in the Prechtal referred to a fortification located on the watershed between the Elz and Gutach rivers, which was intended to prevent the crossing to Hornberg, as reported on a website about the Baroque fortification. The Prechtal Valley was connected to the Black Forest via the Kinzig Valley, and therefore securing this area was of great importance.
August 4, 2025
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Location: Gutach (Schwarzwaldbahn), Ortenaukreis, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
2.0
(4)
3
01:43
5.45km
220m
4.5
(57)
265
03:18
11.2km
320m
4.7
(6)
40
07:21
22.5km
1,010m