Best forest trails in Otzberg
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Otzberg 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
- 4.6 (5)·Easy·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Veste Otzberg was probably built in the 12th or 13th century and is one of Hesse's cultural monuments. The white keep, popularly known as the "white turnip", can be seen from afar. Highlights of the hike: - Child-friendly - Otzberg Fortress - Otzberg Museum
- 3.9 (6)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Schmelzmuehlenweg, also known as Rundweg 4, leads over the Otzberg near Hering to the Schmelzmühle. Probably built in the 12th century, the Veste Otzberg with its attached museum is definitely worth a visit. Those who prefer to indulge in beautiful views can also enjoy them on the Heringer Otzberg; You can look as far as Frankfurt and the Taunus here. Highlights of the hike: - Otzberg - Veste Otzberg -...
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic Loop in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Nature Park in Hesse. You start at the car park at the Schmelzmühle. The hike leads along the badger tree path through the beautifully expansive forest between Ober-Klingen and Hassenroth in the nature park. At a small stream you get back to the starting point. At the Schmelzmühle there is also a restaurant where you can stop off.
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic circular trail from the Bettelmannsbuche car park, Hesse The circular trail starts from the "Bettelmannsbuche" car park. From there you can directly enjoy the beautiful view. From here, several paths lead off in different directions. This one is marked with a "2" and runs through the forest towards Hering and on towards Wiebelsbach. The landscape there is varied and you walk along fields and meadows. Highlights: - great landscape - Chapel in the forest
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·5.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxing forest hike near Otzberg, Hesse If you are looking for peace and pure nature, this is the right choice. The short circular walk leads through beautiful woodland near Otzberg. The "Bettelsmannbuche" car park is the starting point. Highlights: - Quiet paths - beautiful forest landscape
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrNatural walking tour near Heubach, Hesse Forest, marvellous views, tranquillity - this circular route offers all of this over a short distance south of Heubach. The starting and finishing point is the hiking car park south-east of Heubach. From there, the route continues through the southern part of Heubach along sunny country lanes into the forest towards Burzelberg. The return journey through the forest is also relaxed. Highlights: - great scenery - Quiet paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Otzberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Otzberg is Loop trail Otzberg 4: Schmelzmuehlen trail. This trail is estimated to be 8.2 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Otzberg?
Otzberg: With an ascent of 199 m, Loop trail Otzberg 4: Schmelzmuehlen trail has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Parkplatzrundwanderweg Bettelmannsbuche 7 : Rondell-Weg with 183 m of elevation gain.
