Best beach trails in Mainz
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Explore the most popular beach trails near Mainz 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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- 4.6 (203)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular route over three of the most famous bridges in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads over three of the most famous bridges in Mainz: Theodor Hüss (North Bridge), Kostheim Bridge and South Bridge. This mostly flat path leads along the Rhine and the Main. The Main flows into the Rhine at the Mainspitze. Along the way, you pass the Maaraue open-air swimming pool with its huge sunbathing areas and the rafting museum in the Schönborn bastion. Numerous refreshment stops...
- 4.3 (26)·Easy·6.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort walk along the banks of the Rhine near Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate The walking route runs along the beautiful River Mainz, the southern part of which offers the opportunity to visit Mainz city centre. Highlights: - Beautiful view of the Rhine - Electoral Palace in Mainz - Detour to the old town centre of Mainz
- 3.8 (30)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a shortened version of the popular Mainz Three Bridges Trail. Starting from the "Mainz Römisches Theater" railway station, you walk or jog along the Rhine. History buffs can stop by the Gustavsburg Castle Park, where there are some remains of the Swedish fortress built in the 17th century. Highlights of the hike: - Rhine - Mainz Roman Theatre (optional) - Relics of the Swedish fortress Gustavsburg
- 3.7 (10)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed walk along the Rhine, Rhineland-Palatinate. This loop trail always follows the Rhine, starting in Mainz-Neustadt. The Rhine is crossed at the Kaiser Bridge and you walk past the Rhine meadows to the Theodor-Heuss Bridge. Here it is worth making a short detour to the Castellum Museum, a small local history museum in a historic fortress, before walking back to the car park at Goetheplatz. Highlights of the walk: - Rhine - Petersaue - Detour to the old town of Mainz - Castellum...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Mainz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Mainz is Von Mainz nach Bad Vielbel. This trail is estimated to be 27.2 km long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Mainz?
Mainz: With an ascent of 394 m, Von Mainz nach Bad Vielbel has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Odenwaldklub HW61 Rheinauenweg with 302 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult beach trail in Mainz?
The most popular and difficult beach trail in Mainz is Odenwaldklub HW61 Rheinauenweg with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.
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- Malakoff Caponier
- Kurfürstliches Schloss
- Holzturm
- Zitadelle
- Erthaler Hof
- Roman Theatre
- Roman Theatre Archaeological Site
- Dreigemarkborn
- Laubenheimer Polderblick
- Bernhardsborn
- Dagoberttor
- Templar Gate
- Weintor
- Fischtor
- Holztor
- Fort Weisenau
- Einlassbauwerk Polder Bodenheim/Laubenheim
- Wiegehäuschen
- Am Steinbruch
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