Best trails near Milseburg
4.6(99 reviews)
Milseburg: 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. Milseburg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Milseburg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.8 (42)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Hesse. This route is an archaeological nature trail located in the core zone of the UNESCO Rhön Biosphere Reserve. The trail is characterised by open meadow passages, offers magnificent views into the "land of the open distance" and leads along exciting rock formations. It takes hikers into the exciting history of the Rhön. Magnificent views, rock formations, idyllic waters and catering make the trail an all-round great...
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·2.4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. Milseburg Castle, also known as the "Pearl of the Rhön", is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Rhön. The striking rock formations in the summit region of the Milseburg, fantastic views across the Rhön and the remains of a Celtic ring wall provide plenty of variety when hiking. Despite the short distance, sturdy shoes and some stamina are recommended - from the car park to the summit it is a fairly steady...
- 4.7 (10)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular hike in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. The Milseburg is one of the most varied hiking destinations in the Hessian Rhön. The summit region is home to the Gangolfskapelle pilgrimage chapel and the relics of a Celtic settlement. Highlights of the hike: - Milseburg oppidum - Gangolf Chapel - Milseburg hut - Justus Schneider Monument
- 4.8 (15)·Hard·16.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular route in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. Unique rock formations await on this route, including basalt rocks and scree slopes. The beautiful Rhön shows its best side here and offers nature lovers wonderful views over the surrounding landscape. There are many highlights on this eventful route - above all the Milseburg, known as the pearl of the Rhön, a unique phonolite stone wall, and the 200 m long basalt rock "Teufelsstein". Refreshments are possible on the...
- 4.7 (11)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. The 835 metre-high Milseburg is known far beyond the borders of the Rhön as a popular hiking destination. A special attraction near the mountain peak is the reconstructed ring wall of the Celtic Milseburg settlement. Highlights of the hike: - Relics of the Milseburg - Beautiful views over the Rhön - Gangolf Chapel - Milseburg hut - Justus Schneider monument
- 3.9 (3)·Hard·17.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried circular hike in the Biebertal valley near Hofbieber, Hesse. This varied circular hike begins in the picturesque village of Kleinsassen and leads along wide forest paths, narrow forest tracks and steep sections on the Milseburg, Stellberg and Weiherberg. Great views and lovely resting places are the reward for the effort. Shortly before the end of the circular hike, you can stop off at the "Kunststation" café in Kleinsassen. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna -...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·22.9 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrPremium hiking trail and section of the Hochrhöner (western route) If you walk along this certified premium hiking trail at the right time of year, you can see the gentian in bloom; it leads through forests and past chapels and huts where you can rest. Highlights: - Aviation memorial - Milseburg Castle - Celtic rampart
- Hard·23.7 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrCircular hike in the Hessian Rhön (from/to Findlos) with beautiful views of the region's valleys and the Wasserkuppe. Mostly on unsurfaced or gravelled forest paths. The tour suggested here follows sections of the Milseburgweg (Meiningen-Fulda) as well as other marked paths. The Milseburg (835m) is a popular excursion destination, especially in summer, with the majority of visitors travelling to the foot of the mountain by car. In this respect, the hiking trails in the surrounding area are...
- Hard·26.2 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail in the Rhön, Thuringia/Hesse. The Geisweg starts at the culture centre in Geisa and ends at the legendary Milseburg. The route crosses the Thuringian-Hessian border and enchants with magnificent views over the Ulster Valley, Geisbach Valley and Rhön. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Hessian Kegelspiel - Milseburg ("Pearl of the Rhön") - Ulsterblick (viewpoint) - Oberbernhardser Höhe nature reserve
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Milseburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Milseburg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Milseburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Milseburg is Milseburg, which has a 4.8 star rating from 42 reviews. This trail is 11.4 km long with an elevation gain of 598 m.
What is the longest trail near Milseburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Milseburg is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg. This trail is estimated to be 26.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Milseburg?
Milseburg: With an ascent of 1,114 m, Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Milseburg-Rundweg (Rhön) with 1,011 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Milseburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Milseburg is Teufelstein - Milseburg with a 4.8-star rating from 15 reviews.
Top sights in Hessian Rhön Nature Park
Explore in the Hofbieber area
Attractions
Points of interest
- Sternsküppel
- Himmelsschauplatz Milseburg
- Milseburg
- Milseburg
- Bubenbader Stein
- Liedenküppel - Ruine Milsburg
- Oppidum Milseburg
- Mauerrekonstruktion
- Der Gänsborn
- Liedenküppel
- Bieberweiher
- Schackenberg
- Mariengrotte
- Stöckküppel
- Ulrichshauk
- Schweinsberg
- Kirchberg
- Schwarzbachquelle
- Hohlstein
- Zeltplatz Malerdorf Kleinsassen-Stellberg