Best trails near Wachenburg
4.0(70 reviews)
Wachenburg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Wachenburg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wachenburg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (36)·Moderate·13.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, near-natural circular route in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. The region around Weinheim is a natural paradise for lovers of rare plants and trees, thanks to the mild mountain climate. The hike begins in the historic centre of Weinheim and first leads through Weinheim Castle Park and along the castle. There are numerous rare tree species to marvel at in the neighbouring exotic forest before following the Burgensteig trail to Wachtenburg Castle. The route...
- 3.8 (10)·Easy·2.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort, romantic hiking route near Weinheim, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful tour runs through the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park. You can start the route at the Wachenburg car park. There is plenty to explore there. Refreshment stops can also be found at the castle. Highlights of the circular route: - Wachenburg Castle - Wachenberg
- 3.5 (10)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, varied circular route in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This idyllic cicrular route starts in Weinheim and first leads over the Geiersberg and Goldkopf. From here, there are fantastic views over the region. On the way back, Gorxheim and the Windeck castle ruins are passed before returning to the starting point along Weinheim Castle. Highlights of the circular walk: - Weinheim Castle - Windeck castle ruins - Viewpoints - Wachenburg Castle
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried hike around Weinheim. This hike leads through the forests above Weinheim and connects the two landmarks of the town. The path climbs up to Windeck Castle, a medieval ruin, and continues to Wachenburg Castle. From both points, there are sweeping views over the roofs of the old town, the Rhine plain and as far as the Palatinate mountains on the horizon.
- 4.2 (3)·Hard·14.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route is stage 6 of the Burgensteig Bergstraße, a long-distance trail along the edge of the Odenwald. This specific section starts in Weinheim and ends in Großsachsen. The path leads from the market square up to Wachenburg and Windeck Castle ruins, continuing through mixed forests and vineyards with views across the Rhine plain to the Palatinate Forest. Overnight stays are available at hotels and guesthouses in Weinheim or Großsachsen; wild camping is prohibited in the nature park....
- 3.8 (7)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried two-castle hike from Birkenau, Hesse. As the name suggests, the hike leads to two castles in the surrounding area near Birkenau - the Wachenburg and the Windeck castle ruins. This makes for a great combination of nature and cultural and historical elements. The starting and finishing point is Birkenau railway station. From there, the route leads almost exclusively through the forest. Highlights: - Carlebach Mill - Kinscherf'sche Mill - Wachenburg Castle - Windeck castle ruins
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wachenburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wachenburg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wachenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wachenburg is Jugendwanderweg „Zu zwei Burgen an der Badischen Bergstraße“, which has a 4.4 star rating from 36 reviews. This trail is 13.8 km long with an elevation gain of 525 m.
What is the longest trail near Wachenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wachenburg is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 6: Weinheim – Hirschberg-Großsachsen. This trail is estimated to be 14.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wachenburg?
Wachenburg: With an ascent of 662 m, Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 6: Weinheim – Hirschberg-Großsachsen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Weinheim - Gorxheimertal - Burgruine Windeck with 539 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wachenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wachenburg is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 6: Weinheim – Hirschberg-Großsachsen with a 4.2-star rating from 3 reviews.
