Best walking trails in Petersberg
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Explore the most popular walking trails near Petersberg 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
- 3.7 (11)·Easy·27.2 km·Est. 7–8 hrPopular cycle tour in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. On the former Rhön railway line between Petersberg-Götzenhof via Hofbieber (Langenbieber) to Hilders, the continuously asphalted cycle path stretches for 27 kilometres as part of the Hessian long-distance cycle path R3. The highlight of this route is the 1,172 metre long "Milseburgtunnel", where the average temperature is 8-10°Celsius. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Railway cycle path - Milseburg tunnel - Milseburg Bee Museum
- 3.5 (11)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in the Hessian Rhön, Hesse. The wooded hilltop of the Petersberg can be seen from afar and is a popular hiking area, which had to be closed long-term in 2017 due to the discovery of bombs from the Second World War. The route suggested here takes you around the Rauschenberg. Highlights of the hike: - Child-friendly - View of the Rauschenberg - country lanes
- 3.3 (7)·Easy·7.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic circular hiking trail through the Haune valley, Hesse. This circular walk starts at the car park on the Milseburgradweg and is also easily accessible by bus. Follow the cycle path as far as Untergötzenhof and then turn left towards Steinau. The route is dominated by wide open fields and meadows through the beautiful Haunetal valley. Worth a visit is the restored moated castle, from whose tower replica you have a great view. Highlights: - Quiet paths - Local flora and fauna - moated...
- 3.0 (4)·Easy·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular walk in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This circular walk is around 5.5 km long and starts at the car park at the Wendelinus Chapel. You walk through fields and beautiful woodland. Highlights of the hike: - Wendelinus Chapel - Idyllic forest paths - Extensive fields - Schönstadt deserted settlement monument
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest walking trail in Petersberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Petersberg is Milseburg bike trail. This trail is estimated to be 27.2 km long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Petersberg?
Petersberg: With an ascent of 680 m, Milseburg bike trail has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Werthesberg Circular with 165 m of elevation gain.
