Best trails near Weiße Grube
4.8(16 reviews)
Weiße Grube: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Weiße Grube: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Weiße Grube are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.9 (13)·Moderate·5.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic Themed trail through the Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate This circular trail definitely scores points with its numerous marvellous views of the Beutelfels, the Löwenbergs Ruhe and Hohenfels Castle, which can be visited as an option. The themed trail owes its name to two mighty ore veins that have yielded plenty of iron over many years. You embark on a mining history hike and encounter over 2000 years of mining history in the forests around Imsbach. From the start at the car park...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·25.6 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrThis route climbs from Dannenfels to the summit of the Donnersberg, the highest peak in the Palatinate. Dense forests of beech and oak cover the slopes, passing stands of sweet chestnut trees. The path leads to the Ludwigsturm, a stone tower built in the 19th century, and the Königsstuhl rhyolite rock formation. Sections follow the Celtic ring wall, a massive fortification from an ancient settlement. The course serves as the route for the annual Donnersberg Trail run.
- 4.4 (2)·Hard·16.6 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrStage 1 of the long-distance hiking trail "Pfälzer Höhenweg", Rhineland-Palatinate. The certified Pfälzer Höhenweg quality trail begins in tranquil Winnweiler. The first stage alone promises plenty of variety. From the summit of the Kreuzberg, there are fantastic views of the surrounding hilly landscape. As the hike continues, you will learn a lot about the settlement and industrial history of the region; a farmers' nature trail, a miners' village and a Celtic village await you. Once you...
- Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route invites a walk through thick beech and oak forests on the Donnersberg. On the forest floor, wild berries and typical local plants can often be discovered, while birds of prey circle in the sky above. The ground here is made of reddish porphyry rock in many places, which gives the path a unique color. In the cooler wooded sections, guests find a quiet escape and might even spot roe deer with a bit of luck. Since the paths can be a little slippery after rain, shoes with good tread...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Weiße Grube?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Weiße Grube is Eisenweg, which has a 4.9 star rating from 13 reviews. This trail is 5.6 km long with an elevation gain of 260 m.
What is the longest trail near Weiße Grube?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Weiße Grube is Winnweiler über Imsbach und Donnersberg. This trail is estimated to be 49.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Weiße Grube?
Weiße Grube: With an ascent of 2,027 m, Winnweiler über Imsbach und Donnersberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Auf den Donnersberg with 1,414 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Weiße Grube?
The most popular and difficult trail near Weiße Grube is Donnersberg Trail - Dannenfels with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.