Best trails near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
3.6(11 reviews)
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 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. Naturfreundehaus Elmstein: Explore this area from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Naturfreundehaus Elmstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 4 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (2)·Moderate·15.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrCharming circular hike from the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. The hike starts at the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein and leads through the hilly landscape of the Palatinate Forest. From the starting point, the route heads towards Esthal, where you can stop for refreshments. From Esthal, the route follows forest paths along the Goldbrunnen and the Dicken Eiche to Elmstein. From Elmstein you finally return to the starting point. Highlights: - Idyllic forest paths - Goldbrunnen...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried circular hiking trail through the Elmstein Valley in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park. The hike from Elmstein to Breitenstein can easily be combined with a unique ride on the historic museum railway "Kuckucksbähnel". Highlights of the hike: - Möllbach pond - Deer rock - Harzofen Friends of Nature Centre - Wolfsschluch hut - Breitenstein Castle --- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park from Elmstein to the Naturfreundehaus. The short, family-friendly hike starts at the Kuckucksbähnel terminus in Elmstein and leads through the forest to the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein in Harzhofen, where you can stop for a cosy bite to eat. The way back leads through the forest past several viewpoints. --- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.5 (2)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular hike in the middle of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park from Elmstein. The short round, which is also suitable for running, starts at the Kuckucksbähnel terminus in Elmstein and leads through the forest to Harzhofen, where the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein with a place to stop is located. The way back leads back to the starting point via paved paths. --- Accessible by bus and train
- 1.0 (1)·Easy·44.7 km·Est. 11.5–13 hr44km route of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park cycle tours from Neustadt an der Weinstraße. Like the other Naturpark Pfälzer Wald RTFs, the 44-km route leads from Neustadt via Lambrecht and Esthal to Elmstein. There it turns round and follows the Speyerbach via Breitenstein to Sattelmühle, where it rejoins the initial route. ---- Accessible by bus and train
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein is Pfaelzer Wald, which has a 5.0 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 41.4 km long with an elevation gain of 1,398 m.
What is the longest trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route. This trail is estimated to be 44.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein: With an ascent of 1,398 m, Pfaelzer Wald has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route with 1,019 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein is Pfaelzer Wald with a 5.0-star rating from 4 reviews.
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- Burg Elmstein
- Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
- Ritterstein 107 "Wolfsgrube"
- Rehfels
- Schindhübel
- Nibelungenfelsen
- Schindhübelturm
- Bloskülb
- Ritterstein 118 "Dicke Eiche 600 Schr."
- Ritterstein 120 "R. Jagdhaus Breitscheid"
- Ritterstein 96 "In the Legel Valley"
- Elmsteiner Wappenschmiede
- Ehrenfels
- Ritterstein 251 "Hecker-Brücke"
- Ruine Geiskopfhof
- Bierenberg
- Johannisquelle
- Emil-Haupt-Brunnen
- Schüllermannsbrunnen
- Legel-Berg