Best walking trails in Heidelberg
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- 4.7 (333)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular, 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...
- 4.7 (153)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.2 (37)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxing walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The towpath runs along the north bank of the Neckar in Heidelberg. Here it goes along the foot of the Heiligenberg. Since this mountain is subject to unique climatic conditions, the temperature here averages 1.5 degrees warmer than in the city area. From here, there is a beautiful view of Heidelberg's old town on the other side of the Neckar. To make a circular route out of this route, the Philosopher's Path on the mountain's southern slope can...
- 4.4 (11)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular trail in Heidelberg City Park, Baden-Württemberg. This circular trail is one of the many beautiful routes in Heidelberg's city forest. The route can be started and ended at the "Königsstuhl" information point. Passing the 568 metre high Königsstuhl, the trail leads through the forest to the Felsenmeer. After visiting this exciting rock formation, the route continues to the "Hohler Kästenbaum", where lovingly placed picnic benches invite you to linger. The way back...
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With the exception of a slightly longer uphill section, this is a very leisurely forest loop south of Heidelberg. It starts at the bus stop or at the "Drei Eichen" car park. At the Leopoldsteinhuette, which invites you to take a sheltered break even in bad weather, you walk on the Posseltsweg to the Hubertus Felsen. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest trails - Leopoldsteinhuette - Hubertus Rock -...
- 4.6 (10)·Moderate·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The name of circular route 3 gives it away: This route not only runs through beautiful woodland, but also through the historic vineyards along the Steinachsweg. Information boards along the way provide interesting facts about viticulture around the Steinberg. Highlights of the hike: - Field maple natural monument - Exciting information boards - several viewpoints - historic vineyards
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest walking trail in Heidelberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Heidelberg is Zwischen Kohlhof und Königsstuhl zur Posseltslust. This trail is estimated to be 6.8 km long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Heidelberg?
Heidelberg: With an ascent of 248 m, Old Town - Castle - Philosopher's Path has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Zwischen Kohlhof und Königsstuhl zur Posseltslust with 210 m of elevation gain.
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