Best trails near Drachenfels
4.5(120 reviews)
Drachenfels: 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. Drachenfels: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Drachenfels are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (75)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hike around the legendary red sandstone rock reef "Drachenfels", Rhineland-Palatinate. This hiking route leads from the Zum Saupferch inn to the Drachenfels and the Lambertskreuz inn. The Drachenfels, a mighty reef of red sandstone, is characterised by outstanding views over the northern part of the Palatinate Forest and also has caves that are perfect for exploring. Drachenfels can also be reached from the village of Neidenfels to the south. Highlights of the hike: - Westfels...
- 3.8 (13)·Hard·17.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrAn official hike through the Palatinate Forest near Neidenfels, Rhineland-Palatinate, organised by the Palatinate Forest Association. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Neidenfels railway station). For those travelling by car, there are parking facilities at the starting point. There are also refreshment stops along the route. The route is therefore ideal as a day trip from Mannheim. Highlights of the hike: - Marvelling at the castle ruins of Neidenfels, Drachenfels and...
- 4.8 (13)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate This hiking route leads from the Zum Saupferch inn to Drachenfels. The Drachenfels is characterised by an outstanding view over the northern part of the Palatinate Forest. There are other beautiful rock formations along the route and there are caves directly on the Drachenfels that are well worth exploring. Alternatively, Drachenfels can be reached from the village of Neidenfels to the south, which adds a few kilometres to...
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·18.5 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate. This beautiful loop leads from Neidenfels railway station to the Drachenfels rock plateau. In addition to the natural beauty of the Palatinate Forest, you can enjoy cultural and historical monuments, including the relics of Lichtenstein Castle. Covered resting places such as the Pottasche Hütte invite you to linger and enjoy. On the way back, you are accompanied for a while by the gentle babbling of the...
- 4.5 (5)·Hard·21.4 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike in the Palatinate Forest from Lambrecht to Frankenstein. Duration: 5:15 hours Highlights of the hike: - Nadenbrunnen fountain with fresh spring water - Crossing of the seven paths - Kneipp facility - View from the Drachenfels - Refreshment stop at the Lambertskreuzhütte
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The circular trail starts at the Wolfental car park. Several beautiful hiking routes start from there. This leads along the Isenach in an easterly direction and finally in a southerly direction to Drachenfels. There is a good uphill section and the Waldgaststätte zum Saupferch restaurant offers refreshments along the way. There are several caves to visit at Drachenfels, which are well worth a detour. From...
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail to the Drachenfels in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park near Bad Dürkheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. The route starts at the Saupferch car park and leads south of Bad Dürkheim over hilly forest paths through the Palatinate Forest Nature Park to the Drachenfels. There are numerous caves on the Drachenfels that invite you to visit them. Next to these you can enjoy the view. The path continues to the Waldhaus Lambertskreuz, where you can stop for refreshments (note the...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·25.9 km·Est. 8–9 hrVia the imposing Drachenfels, be sure to look for and visit the Durchblickkammer on the Südfels. Descend through a crevice in the rock, then take the stairs and you're already in the Durchblickkammer - a rock breakthrough under the Südfelsen. Ingenious downhill to the Saupferch. Continue to Jagdstein, an uphill trail for the tough, push if necessary, then to Saupferch - refreshments recommended.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Drachenfels?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Drachenfels. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Drachenfels?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Drachenfels is Drachenfels Circular Route, which has a 4.6 star rating from 75 reviews. This trail is 10.1 km long with an elevation gain of 424 m.
What is the longest trail near Drachenfels?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Drachenfels is Pfälzer-Wald-Runde. This trail is estimated to be 38.3 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Drachenfels?
Drachenfels: With an ascent of 1,088 m, Pfälzer-Wald-Runde has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Lambrecht - Drachenfels - Saupferch - Lambertskreuz with 947 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Drachenfels?
The most popular and difficult trail near Drachenfels is Wanderung zu den Burgruinen Neidenfels, Drachenfels und Lichtenstein with a 3.8-star rating from 13 reviews.
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