Hegauer Kegelspiel – Alter Postweg (Old Post Route)
Hegauer Kegelspiel – Alter Postweg (Old Post Route)
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Hegauer Kegelspiel – Alter Postweg (Old Post Route)
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9.30km
150m
Hiking
Embark on a nine-kilometer journey through time on the "Old Post Route" in the climatic health resort of Tengen. Since 1561, messengers have used this route to send messages from Engen to Alsace.
Start at the Old Post Route Hut and enjoy breathtaking views over the Hegau to the Alps.…
Last updated: October 21, 2025
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Naturpark Obere Donau
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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107 m
Hut on the Alter Postweg
Highlight • Mountain Hut
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5.35 km
View of Watterdingen
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6.18 km
View from Bisberg Summit Cross
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8.39 km
View of the Hegau volcanoes from Alter Postweg
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9.30 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.11 km
180 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.34 km
3.17 km
2.14 km
543 m
101 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (810 m)
Lowest point (730 m)
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Thursday 7 May
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4°C
6 %
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Trail Reviews
Today on the "old post route" in Hegau. Had a brilliant view of the Alps. From the Napoleonseck we had unique views of Lake Constance. All round a successful tour.
Round with mostly gusty wind and drizzle on the "Alten Postweg" and on the Bisberg from WP Watterdingen. Visibility was rather modest due to the weather conditions, at least the Hegau mountains were clearly visible at the beginning. The round was fun anyway.
Out into the Hegau again.. Unfortunately in the fog ;-) but a nice round, easy to do
The historic Old Post Route led through the colorful forest with an autumnal atmosphere. The valleys were covered in fog while the sun shone from the sky. The section around the Napoleonseck was particularly impressive, where you can feel the breath of history. A true treat for the senses and a trip into times gone by.
In and of itself a nice lap if it hadn't been for the consistently stubborn fog that did not allow any distant view. Due to the onset of the thaw, a large part of the round took place in slush. Nevertheless, the fun of the tour predominated, even in less than ideal conditions.
Today on the old postal route in Hegau. Unique views of the Hegau volcanic mountains. Autumn is slowly arriving. There were lots of autumn crocuses, sloes and rose hips to be seen along the way.
Very nice hiking trail with great viewpoints. The fog came earlier than expected, so unfortunately there were no views
Again and again we drove past the beautiful piece of earth on the highway - today we finally managed to crown a trip home with a hike. Definitely recommended and repetition not excluded ❣
Comments
May 30, 2024
Embark on a nine-kilometer journey through time on the "Old Post Route" in the climatic health resort of Tengen. Since 1561, messengers have used this route to send messages from Engen to Alsace.
Start at the Old Post Route Hut and enjoy breathtaking views over the Hegau to the Alps. At the Haseln lookout
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