Neckarweg Abschnitt 3: Tübingen - Plochingen
48.7 km from Tuebingen to Kirchheim. Along the way you climb 506 m and descend 575 m; the highest point is at 367 m. Walking time about 14 h – comfortably done in 3 daily stages.
Elevation profile
Best hiking day this week at the start: Tomorrow – dry, sunny, 12 °C
Along the way
- km 9.8 Altes Schützenhaus Shelter
- km 22.7 FKK-Strand Bathing spot
- km 28.6 Hochen Summit · 372 m
Spots up to 300 m from the trail. Please check hut opening times beforehand.
In 3 stages
A suggestion with equal daily stretches – adjust them to accommodation and travel.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the “Neckarweg Abschnitt 3: Tübingen - Plochingen” trail?
About 48.7 km, from Tuebingen to Kirchheim.
How much elevation gain does the “Neckarweg Abschnitt 3: Tübingen - Plochingen” trail have?
About 506 m of ascent and 575 m of descent. The lowest point is at 252 m, the highest at 367 m.
How long does the “Neckarweg Abschnitt 3: Tübingen - Plochingen” trail take?
Plan for about 14 h of walking time (using the usual hiking-time rule from distance and elevation), plus breaks. It works well in 3 daily stages.
Can I follow the “Neckarweg Abschnitt 3: Tübingen - Plochingen” trail on my phone?
Yes. Open the trail in the hiking map and tap “Follow this trail”. The Waldschatz planner takes over the trail (for long trails a stretch of about 15 km) with weather, navigation and an offline map – free with an account.
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