Best long trails in Heidelberg

This route follows stage 1 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Heidelberg and ending in Neckargemünd. Right after the start, the trail ascends the Himmelsleiter, the historic sandstone steps leading up to the Königstuhl, which is the highest point of this stage. Afterwards, the route continues past the rocky scenery of the Felsenmeer and reaches the managed Neckarriedkopfhütte. Beyond that, the city forest opens up into a vast green woodland before the climb to the...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This is a great forest hike right on the outskirts of Heidelberg. The starting point of the route is close to Heidelberg Castle. Over a distance of almost 12 kilometres, you hike around the Königstuhl and the Gaisberg. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelberg Castle - Gaisberg - Königstuhl - Leopoldstein - Arboretum

Scenic circular route in the Geo Nature Park in Heidelberg. The start is in the cozy village-like Handschuhsheim in Heidelberg. There are occasional parking spaces here, but traveling by public transport is a little more relaxed thanks to the good connections. It goes to the well-known Fuchsrondell with its famous view of beautiful Heidelberg. The trail continues on forest paths to the historic St. Michael Monastery. There is a place to stop for refreshments and a toilet along the...

Popular, varied route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The climb to Königstuhl begins behind the cemetery (bus arrival possible and parking available). In Königsstuhl, the climb is of course rewarded with magnificent views. Then begins the steep descent to Heidelberg - via the Valerieweg trail all the way down to the Neckar. On the opposite side of the Neckar, the route leads as a small loop over a beautiful serpentine trail until it finally heads towards the starting point. Attention!...

Challenging circular route in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With more than 30 km and numerous ascents and descents, this hiking or jogging tour is demanding, but a nice challenge for well-trained athletes. It starts directly in Heidelberg, where you can also stop for refreshments after the tour. After crossing the Neckar, it goes up and down through the promising mountain ranges and romantic valleys of the Odenwald - including the Michelsberg, the Heiligenberg and...

Popular, panoramic circular route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is easy to reach Heidelberg-Altstadt railway station by S-Bahn. The route gradually climbs up through the forest to the Königstuhl with its inn and falconry. The marvellous view of Heidelberg, the Rhine Valley and the Odenwald can be enjoyed from here. The steps of the "Himmelsleiter" ("ladder to heaven") lead downhill to Heidelberg's beautiful Old Town. It is possible to take the mountain railway to the castle or back...

Varied circular route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular route in the south-west of the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park runs through the forest. The starting point is at the car park near the Klingenteich Falls, which can be visited optionally. The beautiful hike runs around Königstuhl & Gaisberg via Leopoldstein and the cemetery of honour. The Bierhelderhof invites to take a leisurely break. Highlights of the hike: - Ameisenbuckel - View of the Königstuhl -...

This history-steeped route leads from the Heidelberg district of Ziegelhausen up to the Heiligenberg, one of the most significant sites in regional settlement history. The path explores the wooded ridges above the Neckar Valley, following a mixture of steep forest trails, reinforced forestry tracks, and historical stone paths. A central highlight is the ruins of St. Michael's Monastery on the summit plateau, as well as the nearby "Thingstätte" amphitheater. Along the way, spectacular views of...

Picturesque, panoramic hike near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful tour starts at the Burgstraße station (car park available) and runs along easily accessible hiking trails over the summit of the Hoher Nistler through the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park. Highlights of the circular route: - Saatschulhütte - Strangwassenhütte & Strangwasserbunnen - Turntable --- Accessible by bus and train