Best trails near Hinterburg
4.3(140 reviews)
Hinterburg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 11 trails will get you there, including camping and hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Hinterburg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 11 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hinterburg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (29)·Hard·16.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Neckarsteinach and ending in Hirschhorn. The trail runs through beautiful mixed forests, passing the historic Mittelburg and the ruins of Hinterburg Castle before ascending a steep path toward the Goetheblick viewpoint. Along the way, hikers encounter cultural landmarks like the Rote Bild and the Freischärlergrab before finishing at the well-preserved Hirschhorn Castle. Overnight stays are accommodated in local...
- 4.1 (16)·Moderate·50.4 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrVaried hike or cycle tour in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This route always runs along the Neckar. It starts at Hirschhorn railway station. If 50 kilometres is too long for you, you can simply hop on the train in Heidelberg. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelberg - Neckarsteinach - Hirschhorn - Views of the Neckar
- 4.4 (8)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. Most hikers need around 3 hours to complete the route, which is almost 10 kilometres long. Numerous castles line the route, almost half of which runs directly along the Neckar. Highlights of the hike: - Vorderburg, Mittelburg and Hinterburg castles in Neckarsteinach - Ruhstein hut - Hiking trail along the Neckar
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·25.6 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrWonderful, scenic hiking route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The first stage of the Neckarsteig also leads from Heidelberg to Neckarsteinach. However, on different routes. However, if you don't want to hike the same route twice, you can use this route as an alternative outward or return journey. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelberg Castle - Middle castle - View of the Neckar
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·38.6 km·Est. 9–10 hrGreat cycle tour along the Neckar to Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. Heidelberg itself is of course well worth seeing, but so is the beautiful surrounding area for those who like it a little more natural and peaceful. You cycle through the Neckar valley without any noticeable differences in altitude, always following the river. From Eberbach, you cycle via Hirschhorn, where it is worth making a detour to Hirschhorn Castle, on to Neckargemünd and on to Heidelberg. Highlights: - fantastic...
- 2.3 (4)·Moderate·52.3 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrStage 3 of the Odenwald Madonna Cycle Route. The third day's stage of the Odenwald Madonna Cycle Route is in no way inferior to its predecessors. The route from Mosbach to Neckargemünd runs continuously along the Neckar and is wonderfully flat with many fantastic views. Margaret Gorge and Wolf Gorge are two natural spectacles that should not be missed on this section. Highlights: - Neuburg Castle in Obrigheim - Dauchstein Castle near Binau - Margaret Gorge waterfall - Wolf Gorge
- 4.4 (53)·Moderate·13.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular route near Neckarsteinach, Baden-Württemberg. As the name suggests, four castles and castle ruins await you on this tour, including the ruins of the Swallow's Nest (also known as Castle Schadeck)—fantastic views of the Neckar and great forest trails round off the varied hiking experience. There are places to stop. The route is accessible by bus and train. There is a fairly steep ascent to the Hoher Darsberg, which is why a basic fitness level and sturdy shoes are an...
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Ochsenkopf Trail in Neckarsteinach leads hikers to two of the town's four castles. The starting and finishing point is the hiking car park "Unter den 4 Burgen". Highlights of the hike: - Ochsenkopf with viewing tower - At the Ruhstein - Schadeck Castle ("Swallow's Nest") - Hinterburg Castle - Great views of the Neckar valley
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Hinterburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Hinterburg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Hinterburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hinterburg is Neckarsteig Stage 3: Neckarsteinach - Hirschhorn, which has a 4.2 star rating from 29 reviews. This trail is 16.4 km long with an elevation gain of 548 m.
What is the longest trail near Hinterburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hinterburg is Odenwald-Madonnen-Radweg Etappe 3: Mosbach - Neckargemünd. This trail is estimated to be 52.3 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hinterburg?
Hinterburg: With an ascent of 1,223 m, Rund um Neckarsteinach [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Heidelberg from Hirschhorn with 966 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hinterburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hinterburg is Neckarsteig Stage 3: Neckarsteinach - Hirschhorn with a 4.2-star rating from 29 reviews.