Karlsruher Grat, Mountain ridge and via ferrata in Ottenhöfen, Germany
The Karlsruher Grat extends for 400 meters along a rocky crest at 750 meters elevation, forming part of the northern Black Forest landscape.
The ridge received its current name in 1926 after numerous climbers from Karlsruhe frequented the area, replacing its original name Eichhalden Ridge.
The mountain path incorporates the Edelfrauengrab cave, which according to regional tales served as the final resting place for a noblewoman.
Visitors can access the ridge through a 12-kilometer circular trail starting at Ottenhöfen train station, with alternative routes available for different skill levels.
The rock formation consists of quartz porphyry that emerged 290 million years ago when magma filled a substantial ground crevasse in the region.
Location: Ottenhöfen im Schwarzwald
Elevation above the sea: 750 m
GPS coordinates: 48.56330,8.19000
Latest update: May 16, 2025 07:24
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