Best city walk trails in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald
The Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park has been a UNESCO Global Geopark since 2015. Covering an area of 3,500 square kilometres, it features charming landscapes and special highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Messel Pit and the Rhine Valley.
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- 4.7 (337)·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 (156)·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
- 4.6 (155)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrA wonderful loop along Heidelberg's Old Town and the famous Philosopher's Path into the countryside. The route takes you past the Philosopher's Garden, the Bismarck Column and the Fuchsrondell Hut, from where you have a beautiful view of Heidelberg and its surroundings. Continue along the Chaisenweg, past the Heldenloch towards Heiligenberg with the Heiligenberg tower. Shortly after the Waldschenke, turn right onto the Heiligenbergweg, which you follow until you reach the Kühruhweg. Follow...
- 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...
- 4.6 (5)·Easy·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Veste Otzberg was probably built in the 12th or 13th century and is one of Hesse's cultural monuments. The white keep, popularly known as the "white turnip", can be seen from afar. Highlights of the hike: - Child-friendly - Otzberg Fortress - Otzberg Museum
- 4.2 (2)·Easy·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in Obernburg am Main On this short circuit, you can learn about the Roman past of Obernburg, the former Electorate of Mainz official town. Accessible by bus and train. There are places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Roman museum - Medieval town wall - St Anne's Chapel - panoramic view - town hall - Catholic parish church of St Peter and Paul
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The Gertberg trail (Neckargerach circular trail 4) starts at the railway station in Neckargerach. Following the Seebach stream, you leave the town and then walk through the forest for a few kilometres before heading back towards the railway station. Highlights of the hike: - Shady forest - St Abraham's Church in Neckargerach - Detour to the Gickelfelsen rock - Memorial stone for the victims of...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best city walk trail to hike in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best city walk trail to hike in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald is Heidelberg Philosopher´s Walk, which has a 4.7 star rating from 337 reviews. This trail is 3.1 km long with an elevation gain of 104 m.
What is the longest city walk trail in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest city walk trail in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald is Philosophenweg - Heiligenbergweg - Odenwälderweg. This trail is estimated to be 9.3 km long.
How many city walk trails are in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald?
There are 15 city walk trails in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.These city walk trails have an average 4.5-star ratingfrom 710 AllTrails community reviews.
Which city walk trail has the most elevation gain in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald?
Philosophenweg - Heiligenbergweg - Odenwälderweg has the most elevation gain for city walk trails with 389 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Old Town - Castle - Philosopher's Path, which has 248 m of elevation gain.
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