Best backpacking trails in Marburg
4.6(13 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Marburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 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...
- 4.0 (4)·Hard·50.5 km·Est. 14.5–16 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail in Burgwald, Hesse This route is a certified premium hiking trail that leads from Marburg to Frankenberg. In addition to remote forest meadows, mystical moors, forests and babbling brooks, there are historic town centres, half-timbered villages and castles to discover - a perfect balance between nature and culture. There are always lovely rest stops and refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the hike: - 10 possible extra tours - Town hall in...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·25.4 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried circular hike or MTB tour in the Lahn Valley, Hesse. This route can be started at the car park on Moischter Straße or in Marburg, for example. On the last few kilometres, it is worth spending a little time in Marburg, taking a look at the old town or stopping for a bite to eat. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic Lahn Valley - Marburg - beautiful forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Marburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Marburg is Burgwald Trail. This trail is estimated to be 50.5 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Marburg?
Marburg: With an ascent of 1,601 m, Burgwald Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen with 676 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Marburg?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Marburg is Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen with a 4.7-star rating from 8 reviews.