Best walking trails in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park
The Neckertal-Odenwald Nature Park is characterised by colourful forests, steep slopes, wide fields and red sandstone. Many fascinating landscape elements can be discovered here on foot, by bike or in a canoe.
In addition to the beautiful, varied landscape, there are also many cultural and culinary highlights to discover in the nature park.
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- 4.7 (336)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular, multifaceted walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to its proximity to Heidelberg, nature and the city can be enjoyed at the same time on the Philosopher´s Walk. The warm climate in this area, which is untypical for Germany, allows all kinds of exotic plants to grow: Japanese mistletoe, Spanish broom, Portuguese cherries, everything blooms a few weeks earlier on this path than in the valley. The path leads along the southern part of the Heiligenberg, on the banks of the...
- 4.7 (155)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular city walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful city walk takes you past many of Heidelberg's most famous sights. The walk also offers great views over the Neckar and up to Michelsberg. There are countless places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: - Theodor Heuss Bridge - Heidelberg Old Town - Philosopher's path with philosopher's garden - View from the Schlangenweg - Old bridge - Heidelberg Castle - Church of the Holy Spirit
- 4.2 (37)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxing walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The towpath runs along the north bank of the Neckar in Heidelberg. Here it goes along the foot of the Heiligenberg. Since this mountain is subject to unique climatic conditions, the temperature here averages 1.5 degrees warmer than in the city area. From here, there is a beautiful view of Heidelberg's old town on the other side of the Neckar. To make a circular route out of this route, the Philosopher's Path on the mountain's southern slope can...
- 4.4 (27)·Moderate·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPicturesque, unspoilt hiking route in the Neckar Valley-Odenwald, Baden-Württemberg. Starting in a well-kept park, this route leads to the Wendthaus. You hike along unspoilt paths through the idyllic forest landscape and are rewarded with fantastic views. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape - Beautiful views
- 4.5 (26)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This circular trail leads hikers from Hemsbach to the beautiful Schafhof-Teufelsloch nature reserve. The natural landscapes in the nature reserve are very typical of the Bergstrasse Odenwald: the area is characterised by orchards, dry grassland, wet meadows and floodplains. A stop at the Waldnerturm tower is recommended to enjoy the views of the Odenwald and the western Rhine plain. Highlights of...
- 4.4 (11)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular trail in Heidelberg City Park, Baden-Württemberg. This circular trail is one of the many beautiful routes in Heidelberg's city forest. The route can be started and ended at the "Königsstuhl" information point. Passing the 568 metre high Königsstuhl, the trail leads through the forest to the Felsenmeer. After visiting this exciting rock formation, the route continues to the "Hohler Kästenbaum", where lovingly placed picnic benches invite you to linger. The way back...
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With the exception of a slightly longer uphill section, this is a very leisurely forest loop south of Heidelberg. It starts at the bus stop or at the "Drei Eichen" car park. At the Leopoldsteinhuette, which invites you to take a sheltered break even in bad weather, you walk on the Posseltsweg to the Hubertus Felsen. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest trails - Leopoldsteinhuette - Hubertus Rock -...
- 4.0 (16)·Easy·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This hiking trail circles the Steinberg between Ursenbach and Oberflockenbach over a short distance. About half of the route runs through the forest. The rest of the way meanders through fields and meadows. Highlights of the hike: - Steinberg - Ursenbacher height - idyllic country lanes
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to favourable climatic and weather conditions, numerous foreign tree species such as giant sequoias and Chilean Andean firs thrive in the forest between Weinheim and Gorxheim, which is known as the "exotic forest". After the hike on the Weinheim circular trail 3, it is worth making a detour to the nearby castle park. Highlights of the hike: - exotic tree species - numerous information...
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·6.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Hesse. From Neckarsteinach railway station, you walk up to the Dilsberg mountain fortress. Great views of the Neckar sweeten the somewhat strenuous ascent. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Neckar valley - Dilsberg mountain fortress - St Bartholomew's Church
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail for walking in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is Heidelberg Philosopher´s Walk, which has a 4.7 star rating from 336 reviews. This trail is 3.1 km long with an elevation gain of 104 m.
What is the longest walking trail in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is Small tour around Epfenbach (2). This trail is estimated to be 9.7 km long.
How many walking trails are in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
There are 41 walking trails in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 759 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
Rundwanderweg Weinheim Raubschloss 3: Exotenwald-Weg has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 263 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rund um Waldhilsbach, which has 253 m of elevation gain.
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