Best historic site trails in Gersheim
3.8(22 reviews)
Explore the most popular historic site trails near Gersheim 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
- 4.9 (3)·Easy·2.7 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrVaried and cross-border walk in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve (DEU/FRA). This beautiful and short tour explores the Roman and Celtic history of this little corner of the world. After visiting the Roman settlement with Celtic graves, the route then crosses the border and into the countryside. With a bit of luck, many water birds as well as yaks and donkeys can be observed here! There is a café in Reinheim and near the bus stop. The start is at the hiking car park in Keltenstraße. The bus...
- 3.7 (3)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular route in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve. A great hike through the hills of the Bliesgau, where wonderful views of the Rohrentalweiher pond and the marvellous landscape can be enjoyed. The tour starts at the car park right by the pond. The Rohrental hut is also located here. As the hut has been closed in the meantime, it is best to find out if and when it is open before setting off. There is also a café in Herbitzheim. The museum for everyday village culture in a historic inn...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic circular route in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. A varied circular route that leads through sections of forest, to viewpoints and marvellous stretches of countryside. There are also information boards along the way about the special features of the biosphere reserve. The ruins of the former brewery can be visited on request as part of a guided tour organised by Saarpfalz-Touristik. The tour starts at the swimming pool car park. There are cafés and restaurants to stop...
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·34.1 km·Est. 9–10 hrIdyllic circular trail near Gersheim in Saarland. This long hiking trail offers both unique nature and insights into the cultural history of the Bliesgau region. The trail leads past the historic Mimbach mill and the baroque Christuskirche church. The Ottilienquelle spring near the Kirchheimer Höfe was once a small place of pilgrimage for the fulfilment of wishes. The Duppstein in the centre of Walsheim is an interesting limestone deposit and the historic brewery cellar is a reminder of the...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming circular route in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. A scenic hike in the beautiful Bliesgau landscape that combines history and nature. The name comes from the 12 wayside crosses along the route, which were made in different centuries. There is an inn in Medelsheim for a break. The start is at the car park next to the cemetery. The route is signposted with a black cross and white lettering on a light green background. Highlights: - 12 wayside crosses - great views -...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteresting walk in the border area (DEU/FRA) in the southern Bliesgau. A beautiful and short tour through Roman and Celtic history here in the Bliesgau in Saarland and France. With the Lauschtour app, lots of facts about their history can be experienced along the way. The app also works offline. Start is at the car park near the bus stop "Reinheim Kulturpark". The tour is partly suitable for people in wheelchairs and for people with hearing impairments - the "Lauschtour app" is equipped...
- 3.4 (3)·Moderate·13.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hike near Gersheim, Saarland. From Gersheim, the trail quickly leads to the European Cultural Park and the Roman Villa. From there, the route heads north past St Mark's Church into the Südlicher Bliesgau/Auf der Lohe nature reserve. On the way back, you walk through fields and forest over the small Hardtspitze. Highlights of the hike: - European Cultural Park Reinheim - Roman villa - Southern Bliesgau/Auf der Lohe nature reserve
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful circular route in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve. A beautiful route to the Erzental forest, across orchards and through the typical hilly landscape of the Bliesgau. Especially in summer, cooling off at the Kneipp facilities and the outdoor pool is possible. The trail starts at the hiking information board at Gersheim bus station, where there are also car parks and a restaurant nearby. The route leads partly along natural paths, fine gravel and tarmac roads and...
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·28.6 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Bliesgau, Saarland. The Saarland discovery tours take you back to the time of the smelters and miners. The Bliesgau discovery tour starts at the mining monument in Rubenheim. The miners' trail takes you to the limestone quarries in Gersheim. If you wish, you can take a detour to the European Cultural Park in Reinheim. Highlights of the hike: - Monument to the Rubenheim miners - Gersheim limestone quarries - Detour to the European Cultural Park Reinheim (optional)
Showing results 1–10 of 14
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Gersheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Gersheim is Reinheim - Bar-Le-Duc. This trail is estimated to be 190.9 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Gersheim?
Gersheim: With an ascent of 2,935 m, Reinheim - Bar-Le-Duc has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Gänseweg (Blieskastel) with 826 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Gersheim?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Gersheim is Gänseweg (Blieskastel) with a 4.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
Top parks around Gersheim
Explore trails with historic sites in the Gersheim area
More trails with historic sites
Attractions
Points of interest
- Hanickel
- Rohrentalweiher
- Bliesbruck-Reinheim European Cultural Park
- Pfarrer Georg Lindemann Hütte
- Hannock
- Campingplatz Walsheim
- Vogesenblick
- Hardt
- Totenkopf
- Römische Villa
- Römische Taverne
- "Gebäude an der Grenze"
- Keltisches Fürstinnengrab von Reinheim
- St. Pirminius
- Protestantische Kirche
- Ehemaliger Brauereikeller der Brauerei Walsheim