Best backpacking trails in Hamelin
4.1(9 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Hamelin 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
- 3.8 (5)·Moderate·69.4 km·Est. 16–17.5 hrStage 3 of the long-distance cycle route "Weserradweg", Lower Saxony. This is the third stage of the Weser Cycle Path, which is one of the most popular river cycle paths in Germany. It starts in the famous Pied Piper town of Hamelin. It goes through the marvellous Teutoburg Forest, almost always along the looping Weser. The route not only leads through the beautiful nature of the Weser Uplands, but also passes several towns worth seeing, including the romantic half-timbered town of Rinteln...
- 3.6 (3)·Hard·68.9 km·Est. 17–18.5 hrStage 6 of the D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). The sixth stage of D-Route 9 via Emmerthal, Bodenwerder and Holzminden to Höxter. This section is characterised by historic castles, palaces and churches. You should also not miss the famous Münchhausen Museum of the Baron of Lies in Bodenwerder. Highlights: - Emmerthal: Hämelschenburg Castle, St Mary's Church, Ohr Manor, Ohrberg Park - Bodenwerder: Münchhausen Museum, Münchhausen Castle - Corvey Castle in Höxter
- Hard·27.2 km·Est. 8–9 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Weserbergland-Weg, connecting Rohrsen (Hamelin) with Rohdental on the longest and most spectacular section of the entire trail. The hike leads through the forested Süntel hills up to the Hohe Egge and the Süntel Tower before reaching the Hohenstein Cliffs—a legendary viewpoint situated directly on striking rock formations. Passing the Baxmannbaude (open seasonally on weekends) and Lower Saxony's only natural waterfall, the path continues past the Schillat...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Hamelin?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Hamelin is Weser Cycle Path Stage 3: Hameln - Minden. This trail is estimated to be 69.4 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Hamelin?
Hamelin: With an ascent of 1,353 m, Weser - Romantische Straße (D-Route 9) Etappe 6: Hameln - Höxter has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Weser Cycle Path Stage 3: Hameln - Minden with 1,058 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Hamelin?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Hamelin is Welliehausen - Steinbergen with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.