Best trails near Hohler Kästenbaum

This route follows stage 1 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Heidelberg and ending in Neckargemünd. Right after the start, the trail ascends the Himmelsleiter, the historic sandstone steps leading up to the Königstuhl, which is the highest point of this stage. Afterwards, the route continues past the rocky scenery of the Felsenmeer and reaches the managed Neckarriedkopfhütte. Beyond that, the city forest opens up into a vast green woodland before the climb to the...

Popular, 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...

Family-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...

Varied mountain bike tour near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This MTB route covers a good 42 kilometres through the wooded hills between Heidelberg and Kümmelbacher Hof. If you don't want to cycle too much in Heidelberg, you can start the tour at the Heidelberg Weststadt/Südstadt stop. Highlights of the hike: - Gaisberg - Rhododendron grove - Königstuhl - Sea of rocks - Capercaillie Head - Heidelberg Old Town

Ambitious mountain bikers will love this tour - with a single trail and adventure trail section of approx. 10% as well as several cultural and scenic highlights, mountain bikers' hearts will beat faster. From the starting point, the route first takes you through the historic old town of Neckargemünd and over the Friedensbrücke bridge to Kleingemünd. After a steep climb, you cycle along the slope towards Heidelberg-Ziegelhausen - with wonderful views of the Neckar valley. The route climbs...