Best historic site trails in Oberzent
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Oberzent with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The first half of the hike leads through fields and meadows, the second through quiet forest. At less than 10 kilometres and with only slight inclines, the route is also suitable for less experienced hikers. Highlights of the hike: - Hirschhorn Castle - Neckar - Hirschhorn (Neckar)
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis scenic route introduces visitors to the deeply forested heart of the Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald near Oberzent. The circular path guides hikers along dense woodlands, rolling hills, and quiet waters, capturing the classic essence of this protected landscape. As the trail winds onward, a visual highlight includes the romantic sight of Schloss Waldleiningen, a nineteenth-century estate built in the style of a British castle hidden deep within the trees. The terrain consists of...
- Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This 5-kilometre route enchants with a high proportion of forest. But there is also something for those interested in culture: In Leonhardshof, you walk past the relics of St Leonhard's Chapel, which was built in the late 15th/early 16th century over a healing spring. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic forest paths - Ruins of St Leonhard's Chapel - St Leonhard's fountain
- Hard·29.3 km·Est. 9–10 hrForest and culture-rich section of the route in the Odenwald Over breathtaking heights and through idyllic valleys, this hike leads past historical features and outstanding viewpoints. Highlights: -Calls of the deer -Oldest wayside shrines in the Odenwald -Watterbacher Haus -Wildenberg castle ruins -Zittenfelden spring
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Oberzent?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Oberzent is Nibelungensteig Stage 5: Hesselbach - Amorbach. This trail is estimated to be 29.3 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Oberzent?
Oberzent: With an ascent of 894 m, Nibelungensteig Stage 5: Hesselbach - Amorbach has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Leininger Odenwald Loop with 447 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Oberzent?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Oberzent is Leininger Odenwald Loop with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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- Jugendzeltplatz am Marbach Stausee - Meisengrund
- Kortels-Hütte
- Himbächel-Viadukt
- Freienstein
- Raubacher Höhe
- Pilzhütte
- Fieberbrunnen
- Dicke Eiche
- Marbach-Stausee
- Sauersbuckel
- Hesselbach Fort
- Finkenberg
- Affolterbacher Höhe
- Das Steinhäusel
- Sensbacher Höhe
- Königs-Brunnen
- Campingplatz Hetzbach
- Hornisseberg
- High Langhälde
- Freudenberg