Germany’s flattest premium walking trail: a 59 km tour with a 68 m difference in elevation. The lowest point lies at 405 m, the highest at 473 m. In total 88 m of ascent and 125 m of descent.

Wilderness, tranquillity and a source of energy in one – walking in the DonAUwald means walking in harmony with nature and with yourself. From Günzburg to Schwenningen you explore the extraordinary diversity of the floodplain forest. The alternation between dry grasslands, the so-called Brennen, and the former meanders of the Danube with reedbeds, the classic oxbow lakes, has a special charm. Looking up through thick, ancient oaks and broadleaf woodland gives a primeval-forest feel. Savour the silence and at the same time the power of the woods. The chain of lakes along the way was created by gravel extraction, but in many places has already been reclaimed by climbing plants and waterlilies. Time and again the trail opens up new perspectives and views. Especially on the “Leite”, the edge of the high plateau of the Danube Valley, you can enjoy a fascinating view over the floodplain forest. Leave everyday life behind and immerse yourself in nature along the Bavarian-Swabian Danube.

A fascinating floodplain forest habitat. The DonAuwald was formed by regular flooding and is considered one of the largest continuous forest areas along German rivers. It is home to countless animal and plant species. The floodplains are also important stopover sites for migratory birds. The lush floodplain flora includes rare orchids and daffodils.