Schonach-Belchen long-distance ski trail, stage 1-2, Weißenbach - Martinskapelle (section 2)
Hard
The second stage on the Schönwald - Belchen long-distance ski trail leads to Martinskapelle.
Author's recommendation
At the Martinskapelle, it is worth making a detour to the source of the river Danube below the Mountain inn Kolmenhof.
Directions
After joining the Schönwald cross-country ski trail, you reach a descent and cross a road. After crossing the wide valley floor of the Weißenbach valley, you reach the heights above the climatic health resort and winter sports centre of Schönwald after a climb.
Continue past the Adlersprungschanze (eagle jump) and continue moderately up and down to the Blasloch forest descent, which leads directly to the Rothaus cross-country skiing centre with biathlon shooting range. Following the signs for Martinskapelle, the trail leads through the upper Farnberg and after a long ascent over the Steinbühl to the Martinskapelle ski hut.
Equipment
Appropriate clothing and backpack provisions are recommended.
Safety information
Appropriate equipment and clothing suitable for the weather are essential for a wonderful cross-country skiing experience.
More information
A cross-country ski trail map and a map of the long-distance ski trail are available at all tourist information centres. You can also find more information at www.fernskiwanderweg.de