Best trails in Marburg
4.4(186 reviews)
Looking for the best walking trails in Marburg? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 29 picturesque trails in the Marburg area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore one of 7 easy walking routes in Marburg, with child-friendly routes for your next family outing. Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Marburg. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.5 (27)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular city walk in Marburg, Hesse. Over 5 kilometres, this route connects many of Marburg's most popular sights. You walk across the Lahn meadows and the Lahnauen and pass the market square with the city's historic town hall. Highlights of the route: - Lahnwiesen - Market Square - Landgrave's castle - St Elisabeth's Church
- 4.5 (16)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hike near Marburg, Hesse. This loop starts at the historic, 36 metre-high Kaiser Wilhelm Tower. If you climb the 167 steps of the observation tower, you will be rewarded with a fantastic view of Marburg and the Lahn valley. This circular walk is also suitable for slightly older children. There are refreshment stops and a playground. Highlights of the hike: - Kaiser Wilhelm Tower (Spiegelslust Tower) - Pond swamp - Spiegelslust
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular running tour in Marburg, Hesse. If you want to follow the route of the Marburg run, whether it is for walking or jogging, you can start at Südbahnhof West and follow the route. The route leads via Cappel and Gisselberg and takes you a long way along the beautiful River Lahn. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Lahn - Accessible by bus and train
- 4.6 (11)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis historic route leads through the wooded hills to the west of Marburg's upper town. The trail opens up the local recreation area around the Marburg Ridge and runs along a varied mix of well-maintained forest paths, historic avenues and shady trails. A central highlight is the Spiegelslustturm, a striking landmark towering over the town and offering one of the best views of the Marburg Landgrave's Castle and the Lahn Valley. The route includes moderate inclines and, thanks to the good...
- 4.6 (14)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail near Marburg, Hesse. This is a marvellous circular walk, the highlight of which is the ruins of Frauenberg Castle, built in 1252. Today, nature dominates the landscape around the castle ruins, but in the Middle Ages an important trunk road ran through the area. The route runs largely through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - Frauenberg castle ruins - Frauenberg nature reserve near Beltershausen - Quiet forest paths
- 3.8 (4)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in Marburg, Hesse. The C1 circular hiking trail of the Marburg Tourist and Beautification Association starts near St Elisabeth's Church, the oldest exclusively Gothic church in Germany. You leave the city via the Marbacher Weg and walk around the Wannkopf in a beautiful loop. Highlights of the hike: - St Elisabeth's Church - Elisabeth Fountain - Behring mausoleum - Quiet forest paths
- 4.5 (12)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hike near Marburg, Hesse. This hike leads almost exclusively through the forest. After just under 2 km, you reach the mausoleum built in honour of the Marburg researcher and entrepreneur Emil von Behring. On the way back, you walk through the Teufelsgraben nature reserve, a deeply incised valley that provides a habitat for rare animals and plants. Highlights of the hike: - Behring mausoleum - Teufelsgraben nature reserve - Side trip to Marburg Landgrave's Castle (optional)
- 4.4 (13)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular route near Marburg, Hesse. This varied circular route leads via Dammühle, Ockershausen to Drei Linden, and Hasselhof. It starts at Wilhemsplatz, where it is possible to park. It goes through a hilly landscape with some ups and downs. The hiking sign is a black D1 in a yellow circle with a black border. Highlights of the hike: - Ockershausen - Drei Linden - Hasselhof - Dammühle - Sellhof - Sellhof - Hohe Leuchte
- 4.7 (8)·Hard·24.1 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrIdyllic section of the long-distance hiking trail "Lahnwanderweg", Hesse. At 24 kilometres, the seventh stage is the longest and most challenging section of the Lahnwanderweg trail. Once you have left Marburg behind you, you mostly hike through secluded meadows and fields, interspersed with small villages or idyllic wooded areas from time to time. Although there are places to stop for refreshments, you should definitely have enough water and provisions in your rucksack due to the length of...
- 4.9 (8)·Moderate·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail near Marburg, Hesse. Despite this loop leading over two small mountains - the Heidenkopf and the Muehlenberg - the route is very relaxed throughout. The hike runs almost continuously through the forest and includes one or the other view of the Lahn Valley. Highlights of the hike: - Muehlenberg - Heidenkopf - Heidenbach
Showing results 1–10 of 29
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Marburg?
There are plenty of things to do on Marburg's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 15 hiking trails, 10 walking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Marburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Marburg is Von Marburg über Bad Endbach und Holzhausen. This trail is estimated to be 91.4 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Marburg?
Marburg: With an ascent of 1,994 m, Von Marburg über Bad Endbach und Holzhausen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Marburg über Hatzfeld und Biedenkopf with 1,899 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Marburg?
The most popular and difficult trail in Marburg is Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen with a 4.7-star rating from 8 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Marburg?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 camping trails in Marburg and the most popular is Marburger Lahntallauf with an average 4.8 star rating from 11 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Marburg?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 running trails in Marburg and the most popular is [A5] - Rundwanderweg des Verkehrs- und Verschönerungsvereins Marburg with an average 4.5 star rating from 16 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Marburg?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 biking trails in Marburg and the most popular is Marburg - Teufelsgraben - Spiegelslust with an average 3.3 star rating from 6 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Marburg?
Yes, there are 20 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Marburg, including City walk Marburg: upper town and castle park, A1 Circular Route Marburg Transport and Beautification Association, Rundwanderweg C1 Marburg, From the Cappel cemetery to the Frauenberg castle ruins and Marburg Ridge: Behring Mausoleum and NSG Teufelsgraben.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Marburg?
Yes, there are 3 trails with archaeological sites in Marburg, including City walk Marburg: upper town and castle park, Burg Weissenstein and Burgwald Trail.
Are there any trails with castles in Marburg?
Yes, there are 4 trails with castles in Marburg, including City walk Marburg: upper town and castle park, From the Cappel cemetery to the Frauenberg castle ruins, Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen and Burgwald Trail.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Marburg?
Yes, there are 3 trails with weather shelters in Marburg, including Rundwanderweg C1 Marburg, Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen and Burgwald Trail.
Are there any trails with springs in Marburg?
Yes, there are 4 trails with springs in Marburg, including [A5] - Rundwanderweg des Verkehrs- und Verschönerungsvereins Marburg, Burgwald Trail, Homberger Weg and Werdaer Berge.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Marburg?
Yes, there are 5 trails with scenic viewpoints in Marburg, including Marburg Ridge: Behring Mausoleum and NSG Teufelsgraben, Burgwald Trail, Marburg - Teufelsgraben - Spiegelslust, Homberger Weg and Burgwaldpfad Stage 1: Marburg - Oberrosphe.
Are there any trails with rivers in Marburg?
Yes, there are 6 trails with rivers in Marburg, including City walk Marburg: upper town and castle park, Rundwanderweg C1 Marburg, Marburg Ridge: Behring Mausoleum and NSG Teufelsgraben, Burgwald Trail and Marburg - Teufelsgraben - Spiegelslust.
Are there any trails with huts in Marburg?
Yes, there is one trail with a hut in Marburg: New Marburg Botanical Garden.
Are there any trails with beaches in Marburg?
Yes, there is one trail with a beach in Marburg: Gert-Siebert-Weg.
