Best partially-paved trails in Heidelberg

Popular, multifaceted walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to its proximity to Heidelberg, nature and the city can be enjoyed at the same time on the Philosopher´s Walk. The warm climate in this area, which is untypical for Germany, allows all kinds of exotic plants to grow: Japanese mistletoe, Spanish broom, Portuguese cherries, everything blooms a few weeks earlier on this path than in the valley. The path leads along the southern part of the Heiligenberg, on the banks of the...

Popular city walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful city walk takes you past many of Heidelberg's most famous sights. The walk also offers great views over the Neckar and up to Michelsberg. There are countless places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: - Theodor Heuss Bridge - Heidelberg Old Town - Philosopher's path with philosopher's garden - View from the Schlangenweg - Old bridge - Heidelberg Castle - Church of the Holy Spirit

Popular historical hiking trail in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This circular hike goes to the Heiligenberg in the north of Heidelberg. On the way, it passes the Bismarck column, the Heidelberg Thingstätte and the ruins of the Michaelskloster. The Bismarck Column is a listed observation tower located above the Philosophenweg. The Thingstätte is an open-air amphitheater and an example of Nazi architecture. The Michaelskloster was founded as a branch of the Lorsch monastery in the 9th...

A wonderful loop along Heidelberg's Old Town and the famous Philosopher's Path into the countryside. The route takes you past the Philosopher's Garden, the Bismarck Column and the Fuchsrondell Hut, from where you have a beautiful view of Heidelberg and its surroundings. Continue along the Chaisenweg, past the Heldenloch towards Heiligenberg with the Heiligenberg tower. Shortly after the Waldschenke, turn right onto the Heiligenbergweg, which you follow until you reach the Kühruhweg. Follow...

Historical & scenic hiking trail near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This famous hiking trail along various historical sites such as the Bismarck Tower offers a magnificent view over Heidelberg and the Neckar. You can take a break along the way at the Mönchberghütte and the Fuchsrondellhütte. Highlights of the tour: - Thingstätte Heidelberg - Bismarck Column - Philosphengärtchen - Mönchberg hut - Fuchsrondell hut

Popular hike in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This route, which is suitable for running or hiking, leads from the bus stop at Friedrich-Ebert-Platz via the Gaisberg to the Königstuhl. If you fancy a leisurely walk down into the valley, you can take the mountain railway up to the Königstuhl and then enjoy the 4 km descent. Highlights of the hike: - Königstuhl - Log cabin - Spring house - Gaisberg tower - Roundabout - Giant stone

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...

Scenic running tour in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This is the route of the GELITA Trail Marathon 2018, please note the road traffic regulations. It is possible that some parts of this route have been closed especially for the marathon and are now back to normal road traffic. The route is of course also suitable as a hike. Highlights of the tour: - Heidelberg Castle - Kornmarkt - Upper Prince's Fountain - Königstuhl - Fairytale paradise Heidelberg - Molkenkur - Friesenweg with Friesenstein

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...