Best trails near Schanzenkopf
4.0(62 reviews)
Schanzenkopf: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 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. Schanzenkopf: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schanzenkopf are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (16)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrOn lonely forest paths in the Hahnenkamm. The tour leads over the castle stables of the Randenburg, which was razed to the ground in the Middle Ages, up to the ring wall on the Schanzenkopf, over the Elbernhöhe down to the Hemsbacher Kreuz, on the Eichhörnchenweg, later the Pilzweg to Buchwald, on the Kammlinie back to the Hahnenkammhaus, and back down to the starting point - the Oberwald hiking car park. Although this is not a cross-country tour, it is still recommended that you wear hiking...
- 3.9 (7)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrWonderful hike with inclines up to Gasthof Hahnenkamm. The path leads through the forest and you walk in the shelter of the trees in sunny weather. Once at the top, it is worth climbing up the neighbouring tower. From here you have a marvellous 360-degree panoramic view. Afterwards, the Gasthof zum Hahnenkamm invites you to stop for a bite to eat. The way back almost runs itself (downhill). Once you arrive in Wasserlos, there are several nice restaurants/wine taverns that invite you to enjoy...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·30.7 km·Est. 9.5–10 hrPanoramic mountain bike trail in the Spessart near Alzenau, Bavaria. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Michelbach railway station). For those travelling by car, there are parking facilities at the starting point. There are also refreshment stops in Michelbach. The route is therefore ideal as a day trip from Frankfurt am Main. The hiking trail starts in the Alzenau suburb of Michelbach and leads southwards into the Spessart Nature Park. The route then leads up two longer climbs to...
- 2.6 (5)·Moderate·10.9 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular route in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful tour includes cultural monuments, nature, and stunning views; it can be started from the parking lot at Wasserlos Castle or Alzenau train station (accessible by bus and train). From the summit of the Hahnenkamm, Alzenau's 437 m high local mountain, you can enjoy fantastic panoramic views across the Main Valley to Frankfurt, the Taunus, and the Odenwald on a clear day. There are places to stop for...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schanzenkopf?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schanzenkopf. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schanzenkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schanzenkopf is Kräht der Hahn auf dem Hahnenkamm, which has a 4.1 star rating from 16 reviews. This trail is 11.6 km long with an elevation gain of 465 m.
What is the longest trail near Schanzenkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schanzenkopf is Auf den Hahnenkamm. This trail is estimated to be 30.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schanzenkopf?
Schanzenkopf: With an ascent of 1,033 m, Auf den Hahnenkamm has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Gunzenbach - Hahnenkamm Loop with 580 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schanzenkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schanzenkopf is Gunzenbach - Hahnenkamm Loop with a 4.6-star rating from 11 reviews.