Braunenberg Wayside Shrine – Naturfreundehaus Braunenberg loop from Hofen (bei Aalen)

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Braunenberg Wayside Shrine – Naturfreundehaus Braunenberg loop from Hofen (bei Aalen)

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Braunenberg Wayside Shrine – Naturfreundehaus Braunenberg loop from Hofen (bei Aalen)

03:26

11.7km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Geopark Schwäbische Alb

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.69 km

Braunenberg Wayside Shrine

Highlight • Religious Site

The shrine on the Braunenberg is a historical monument that commemorates the fallen soldiers of the Second World War. There are various benches here for resting and reflecting. Next to …

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5.38 km

Aalen Transmitter

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The tower was built between 1951 and 1958 and is a basic network transmitter of the Südwestrundfunk (SWR) for television and radio. It has a height of 139 meters and …

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7.80 km

View of Aalen and the Kaiserberge from Naturfreundehaus

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Of course, to enjoy the panoramic view, the weather has to be right.

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8.17 km

Naturfreundehaus Braunenberg

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Always worth a visit !!!

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8.61 km

Small Quarry at Braunenberg

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The area around the small quarry is ideal for hikes and circular trails, perfect for outdoor adventures.

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9.29 km

Röthardt Car Park

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The spacious free parking lot is an ideal starting point for walks and hikes.

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11.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.74 km

2.00 km

1.36 km

809 m

709 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.35 km

3.08 km

885 m

873 m

709 m

541 m

259 m

Elevation

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Highest point (720 m)

Lowest point (440 m)

Weather

Friday 11 September

22°C

7°C

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Comments

December 11, 2024,Weiß, neblig und einsam - Natur pur 🤩🤩🤩 (Runde bei Aalen)

In fact, this is my 2nd tour that I have done and posted online.
On the way back from my business trip to Munich, I made a planned stop in Hofen (near Aalen) today.

What was important to me when choosing the tour today:
- No big detour from the motorway
- Free parking
- Nature tour
- A few …

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