マルクスツェルの峡谷・トップ17

A small gorge directly on the outskirts of Grünwettersbach, through which a natural, gently rising path leads.

The recommendation is for the idyllic, tranquil landscape. The route itself, however, is a flop for me: The paved section is pretty dilapidated, and the gravel section is more reminiscent of a pebble beach on Lake Constance than Strade Bianche. You keep slipping on the loose, rough surface, and I was glad when I finally completed this section. I certainly wouldn't go downhill here. So you have to weigh up whether you're willing to put up with that.

A very pleasant incline and slight decline, which seems to roll along by itself. Thanks to the good surface, you can also let it run without compromise. The beginning and end are briefly a bit steeper at around 6-8%, while the large middle section flattens out to 2%. The uphill (towards Dobel) is very relaxed. However, all the empty spaces along the road exude a very morbid feeling, while the lack of traffic reinforces the loneliness. I wonder what life is like for the remaining residents here? I sometimes get a chill here.

Unfortunately, in dry weather, the gravel in the middle section is quite loose, lacking a binding agent. If that doesn't scare you, you'll find a beautiful side valley of the Murg with plenty of shady trees here—I really appreciate that, especially on hot summer days!

A beautiful forest path. But be careful, there are some steep sections.

Little motorized traffic and so much fun!

Unspoilt landscape directly on the outskirts of the town.

At the spring, there is no path, but rather a track that ends at the Kreuzenacker Gorge; only there does the path become a trail. This section is part of the mule track that leads from Durlach train station to the spa gardens in Baden-Baden. The mule track is marked with a blue diamond as a regional hiking trail of the Black Forest Association. The otherwise beautiful Kreuzenacker Gorge is partially marred by litter and garden waste.