Best waterfall 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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- 4.6 (35)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This is a great forest hike right on the outskirts of Heidelberg. The starting point of the route is close to Heidelberg Castle. Over a distance of almost 12 kilometres, you hike around the Königstuhl and the Gaisberg. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelberg Castle - Gaisberg - Königstuhl - Leopoldstein - Arboretum
- 4.4 (44)·Moderate·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrGreat BMX route that leads through the forest of the Dresdner Heide. Starting near the Kurpfalzblick and the Strahlenburg, the route leads past several viewpoints, the Vatter quarry and the Weißer Stein. In places, you cycle parallel to small rivers and pass some old fountains.
- 4.1 (24)·Moderate·8.9 kmExciting circular route in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park. A varied circular route that starts at the car park in Neckargerach. Neckargerach railway station is also very close by, so travelling to and from the station by train is possible. The route leads through the adventurous Margareten Gorge and then up into the forests above the Neckar. The route returns to the town on the other bank. There is a café near the start where you can stop for refreshments. The hiking sign is a white 5 in...
- 4.7 (15)·Hard·31.1 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrChallenging circular route in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With more than 30 km and numerous ascents and descents, this hiking or jogging tour is demanding, but a nice challenge for well-trained athletes. It starts directly in Heidelberg, where you can also stop for refreshments after the tour. After crossing the Neckar, it goes up and down through the promising mountain ranges and romantic valleys of the Odenwald - including the Michelsberg, the Heiligenberg and...
- 4.4 (23)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular, panoramic circular route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is easy to reach Heidelberg-Altstadt railway station by S-Bahn. The route gradually climbs up through the forest to the Königstuhl with its inn and falconry. The marvellous view of Heidelberg, the Rhine Valley and the Odenwald can be enjoyed from here. The steps of the "Himmelsleiter" ("ladder to heaven") lead downhill to Heidelberg's beautiful Old Town. It is possible to take the mountain railway to the castle or back...
- 4.5 (25)·Hard·15.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried circular route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular route in the south-west of the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park runs through the forest. The starting point is at the car park near the Klingenteich Falls, which can be visited optionally. The beautiful hike runs around Königstuhl & Gaisberg via Leopoldstein and the cemetery of honour. The Bierhelderhof invites to take a leisurely break. Highlights of the hike: - Ameisenbuckel - View of the Königstuhl -...
- 4.7 (22)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, varied circular hiking trail in the Neckertal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route begins and ends near Handschuhheim. It leads via the Talweg, the Oberer Jagdweg and the Schneebergsweg. The route leads to one of Heidelberg's high mountains, the Weißer Stein with a tower and a mountain restaurant that is ideal for a stop. Highlights of the circular hike: - View from the White Stone - Refreshments - Varying landscape
- 4.4 (17)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrLocal, popular circular hiking trail near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This short hiking loop leads through the Heidelberg city forest. Through the forests of the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, you hike through tranquil nature and always have wonderful views. Highlights of the circular route: - Sessile oak - Great views - Deer meadow
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best waterfall trail to hike in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best waterfall trail to hike in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is Heidelberg Castle - Königstuhl Circular, which has a 4.6 star rating from 35 reviews. This trail is 11.9 km long with an elevation gain of 492 m.
What is the longest waterfall trail in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is Odenwald-Madonnen-Radweg (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 175.1 km long.
How many waterfall trails are in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
There are 16 waterfall trails in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park.These waterfall trails have an average 3.9-star ratingfrom 233 AllTrails community reviews.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
Odenwald-Madonnen-Radweg (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain for waterfall trails with 2,792 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Half Trail 30k Heidelberg, which has 1,433 m of elevation gain.
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