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Landkreis Reutlingen

Smoky Rock – Wolfsschlucht Gorge loop from Höhnriß-Neuben

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Landkreis Reutlingen

Smoky Rock – Wolfsschlucht Gorge loop from Höhnriß-Neuben

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4.3

(15)

42

hikers

Smoky Rock – Wolfsschlucht Gorge loop from Höhnriß-Neuben

06:43

22.2km

730m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Biosphärengebiet Schwäbische Alb (Kernzone)

Höhnriß-Neuben

Geopark Schwäbische Alb

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.10 km

Höhnriß-Neuben

Nature Reserve

2

8.07 km

View of the Erms Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice place for a break with a great view. Directly on the Hohenwittlingensteig.

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3

8.60 km

View of the Ermstal Valley from Buckfelsen

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From here you have a wonderful view over the Ermstal.

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4

8.81 km

Smoky Rock

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There are several very nice viewpoints on this tour.

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5

9.57 km

Hohenwittlingen Castle Ruins

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The castle, which was built on a rock spur, was protected against attacks from the plateau by two ditches and a high shield wall.

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6

9.92 km

Schiller Cave

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The Schiller Cave is a natural monument on the Swabian Alb. The cave is around 245 meters long and was used as a escape cave in various wars. Today the …

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7

10.8 km

Wolfsschlucht and Rulamanweg Trail

Highlight • Gorge

A very spectacular hike in parts. The Wolfsschlucht can only be recommended with good shoes.

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8

11.5 km

Wolfsschlucht Gorge

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A great narrow path leads through the Wolfsschlucht. There is a steel staircase at the entrance from the Hohenwittlingen parking lot.

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9

11.6 km

Stone Bridge Over the Wittlinger Bach

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Beautifully situated, below the Wolfsschlucht.

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22.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

5.68 km

1.23 km

1.11 km

291 m

Surfaces

7.33 km

7.20 km

4.54 km

2.06 km

985 m

109 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (860 m)

Lowest point (520 m)

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Thursday 16 July

23°C

15°C

89 %

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