Best trails near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel
4.6(66 reviews)
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 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. Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (38)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful premium hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön. An extra tour full of beautiful views, certified by the German Hiking Institute. It leads along narrow grass paths through open landscapes and mountain meadows. Sheep and goats can be seen from time to time. It passes through almost unspoilt nature and wonderful views can be enjoyed from the Heidelstein into the Lange Rhön. There are rest areas and opportunities to stop for refreshments at the Thüringer Hütte and the idyllic Basaltsee lake...
- 4.1 (19)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrClose-to-nature premium hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This extra tour, characterised by a lot of peace and seclusion, has its starting point at the Moordorf car park. From there, the tour leads along well-signposted boardwalks and paths once through the Rotes Moor nature reserve, which is part of the Rhön UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The tour is marked with a red "R" on a white background. The entire tour around the largest raised bog in Hessen shines with solitude and...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·50.9 km·Est. 16–17.5 hrStarting in the air cure resort of Wüstensachsen, the Buchoniarundweg explores the core of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön. The route is marked by a black "B" logo and is best split into two or three daily stages, with regional inns and guesthouses providing overnight stops along the way. Walking across the open plateau of the Lange Rhön, hikers encounter natural highlights like the Schafstein basalt boulder field, the quiet boardwalks of the Schwarzes Moor, and the cascading Eisgraben...
- 4.2 (2)·Moderate·15.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrWooded circular hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park near Oberelsbach. The beautiful circular hike leads from the Schornhecke via the Heidelstein to the Holzberghof, where you can stop for refreshments, and back again via the Hohe Dalle. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train (Schornhecke car park/bus stop)
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·31.4 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrA tour that leads partly along the Hochrhönstraße, which is characterised by a pleasant elevation profile in an otherwise hilly landscape. We recommend taking a short break in the Schwarzes Moor nature reserve, leaving the bikes behind and exploring the boardwalk on foot.
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·22.2 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPremium hiking trail and section of the Hochrhöner (eastern route) The route leads through forests and across wide open spaces in the Lange Rhön nature reserve. In the Black Moor, you can take a circular boardwalk and enjoy the unique landscape in peace. At the height of the Red Moor, the certified premium hiking trail splits into an eastern and a western route. If you want to follow the western route, stick to the Kuppenrhön routes, while the Lange-Rhön routes lead eastwards. Highlights: -...
- Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe starting point is the "Haus der langen Rhön" information centre in Oberelsbach (405m). Follow the path in a northerly direction past the church (Rhönbasilika) to the miniature golf course, then follow the Schweinfurter Hausweg to the Rhönklubhütte Schweinfurter Haus (refreshments available). The Gangolfsberg nature trail begins here at the Schweinfurter Haus. You should bring stamina and sturdy shoes. After 500 metres, you will see a huge basalt column wall in front of you, which looks...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel is Hochrhöntour, which has a 4.7 star rating from 38 reviews. This trail is 15.0 km long with an elevation gain of 427 m.
What is the longest trail near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel is The Buchonia Circular Route from Wüstensachsen (Rhön). This trail is estimated to be 50.9 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel?
Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel: With an ascent of 1,904 m, The Buchonia Circular Route from Wüstensachsen (Rhön) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB round Hausen / Rhön with 1,323 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel?
The most popular and difficult trail near Heidelstein Schwabenhimmel is Red Bog Trail with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.