Best short 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 (69)·Moderate·1.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrExciting route with great views near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This short route has it all: more than 1200 steps made of natural stone are mastered here on the ascent to the Königstuhl. Once at the top, the fantastic view rewards the effort. The route lives up to its name. Highlights of the route: - Views over Heidelberg and the castle - Idyllic panorama
- 4.7 (40)·Easy·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrHistoric circular route in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful walk, the highlight of which is the Fürstenlager, built in 1790. The former summer residence of the Grand Dukes of Hesse-Darmstadt invites to stroll around with its stately buildings and parks. There are free car parks in Bachgasse and public bathrooms. There are also several bathrooms and places to stop for refreshments along the way. It is possible to take the bus from "Bensheim Auerbach" station to...
- 4.8 (27)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular route in Baden-Württemberg. A great circular route for the whole family - it leads through the gorge along the Flursbach stream, which has cut its way through the red sandstone over the years. Along the way, ten stations explain interesting facts about the formation of the rocks. The trail starts at Neckargerach railway station, making it easy to travel by public transport. Highlights: - wild and romantic gorge - beautiful views - Ten information stations
- 4.7 (32)·Moderate·3.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hike in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Great Sea of Rocks near Lautertal is one of the most popular excursion destinations in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park. There is a lot to discover here, especially for families; the unique stone landscape consisting of mighty boulders is a real adventure playground. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Large sea of rocks - Owl tower - Stop off at the Koboldklause (seasonal, note opening times)
- 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
- 4.2 (19)·Moderate·1.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Tannenberg castle ruins are located on a 200 m high Odenwald foothills east of Seeheim. This route leads to the Tannenberg and to the still imposing ruins, which were built by Kuno von Münzenberg around 1210 and later expanded by his son Ulrich into a well-fortified medieval castle and the seat of the Seeheim office. Highlights of the hike: - child friendly - Ruins of Tannenberg Castle - great views over the Odenwald
- 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 (9)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrVaried, popular circular trail in Erbach, Hesse. This picturesque route takes you around the Marbach reservoir. There are many recreational and leisure opportunities here, such as swimming, boating, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and hiking. Highlights: - Great views over the dam - Native fish species - Car parking facilities - Arrival by bus possible
- 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
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