Sauhag is a designated landscape protection area in the Landkreis Esslingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. This region features the sole large forest area on the Fildern plateau, serving as a significant green space within the southern Stuttgart metropolitan region. Its landscape is characterized by expansive woodlands and diverse transitional zones between forest and open fields, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. The area is well-suited for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
174
Routes
4.5
(1603)
Average rating
11405
People visited

4.5
(62)
229
riders
34.0km
02:19
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(61)
227
riders
33.1km
02:12
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(67)
327
riders
39.8km
02:36
250m
250m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(26)
211
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(50)
966
riders
59.3km
02:34
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
(34)
454
riders
62.0km
02:47
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
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351
riders
54.7km
02:39
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
(13)
273
riders
65.2km
03:01
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.6
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228
hikers
9.88km
02:43
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(50)
196
hikers
9.10km
02:31
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(25)
106
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(171)
610
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(8)
77
runners
9.03km
00:57
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(9)
79
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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40
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(6)
53
riders
52.8km
03:22
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
33
riders
34.5km
02:08
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
27
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(10)
23
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(8)
51
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
29
riders
59.1km
03:08
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
33
riders
61.4km
03:26
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(11)
18
riders
24.5km
01:23
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sauhag, a designated landscape protection area, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features 60 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.51 stars from over 81,000 ratings.
Sauhag provides numerous hiking trails, with 33 routes listed on komoot. Options range from easy paths to more moderate routes. Guides like Hiking in Sauhag and Easy hikes in Sauhag are available.
Sauhag offers diverse cycling routes for various disciplines. These include touring cycling, road cycling, and mountain biking. Users can explore guides such as Cycling in Sauhag and Road Cycling Routes in Sauhag.
Sauhag features dedicated trails for mountain biking enthusiasts. The region has 1 mountain biking route and 2 easy mountain biking routes listed on komoot. More information can be found in the MTB Trails in Sauhag guide.
Sauhag offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. Trails suitable for various ages and fitness levels are available. A specific guide, Family-friendly hikes in Sauhag, highlights suitable routes.
Sauhag provides options for dog owners, with specific dog-friendly hiking routes available. These trails allow visitors to explore the landscape with their pets. The Dog-friendly hikes in Sauhag guide lists suitable paths.
Sauhag is notable as the sole large forest area on the Fildern plateau. Its landscape includes expansive woodlands and diverse transitional zones between forest and open fields. These features contribute to its ecological value and varied scenery.
Sauhag is a popular destination on komoot, with over 494,000 visitors exploring its routes. The region's 60 routes have received more than 81,000 ratings, averaging 4.51 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of user satisfaction.
Sauhag offers traffic-free options for cyclists, enhancing safety and enjoyment. These routes are suitable for both touring and road cycling. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides in Sauhag provide details on these paths.
Sauhag features a variety of points of interest, including natural landmarks and historical sites. These can include trails, viewpoints, bridges, and forest areas. The region also has highlights related to forest history and man-made structures.
Information regarding tourism in the Sauhag region is integrated into the offerings of the Landkreis Esslingen. The Landkreis Esslingen website serves as a primary source for tourism details. For direct inquiries, contact numbers for the tourism promotion department are available.
Sauhag offers hiking routes that are accessible from bus stations, providing convenient access for visitors without private vehicles. A dedicated guide, Hikes from bus stations in Sauhag, details these options.

