Best trails near Weißenberg
4.7(25 reviews)
Weißenberg: 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. Weißenberg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Weißenberg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (10)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrWooded hiking trail east of Merzalben in Rhineland-Palatinate Starting in the east of Merzalben, this route runs along shady forest paths through the unique natural landscape of the Palatinate Forest. The Luitpold Tower, when open, offers a wonderful view of the surrounding countryside. Highlights: - Idyllic forest paths in the Palatinate Forest - View from the Luitpold Tower - Hiking along the Wartenbach
- 4.7 (3)·Hard·22.5 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrStage 6 of the long-distance hiking trail "Pfälzer Waldpfad", Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the sixth stage of the certified quality trail "Pfälzer Waldpfad", which leads from Kaiserslautern to the German Wine Gate in Schweigen-Rechtenbach through the Palatinate Forest. The longest stage of the long-distance hiking trail, which is also considered quite challenging, starts in Merzalben and ends in Hauenstein. Hiking past castles and ruins, the trail climbs high up to the Weißenberg, the...
- 4.7 (4)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThe Weißenberg is the highest mountain in the Palatinate Forest. The Luitpold Tower was built on it at the beginning of the 20th century - from here you have a wonderful view of the surrounding area. If visibility is good, no fewer than 457 well-known destinations in the Palatinate, Baden-Württemberg, Alsace and Saarland can be identified from there. Depending on the weather conditions, you can see the Donnersberg, Kalmit, Donon and Hornisgrinde.
- 4.1 (4)·Hard·20.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This circular hiking trail runs through the heart of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park. Due to the distance of the hike, you should be physically fit. Sturdy shoes are also an advantage. You can enjoy fantastic views across the Palatinate Forest from the Luitpold Tower on the Weißenberg, for example. The almost 35 metre high observation tower was inaugurated in 1909. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·41.7 km·Est. 11.5–13 hrPanoramic circular trail near Hauenstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. This fantastic cycle route leads from Hauenstein in a north-westerly direction through the Palatinate Forest. The route leads along idyllic forest paths that offer shade up to the 521 metre high Winschertfels. From there, a magnificent view of the region and the surrounding mountains awaits. The route returns to Hauenstein via Hinterweidenthal. You pass the villages of Hinterweidenthal and Hermersbergerhof, where you can stop...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Weißenberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Weißenberg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Weißenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Weißenberg is Luitpoldturmrunde, which has a 4.5 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 17.4 km long with an elevation gain of 559 m.
What is the longest trail near Weißenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Weißenberg is Winschberg. This trail is estimated to be 41.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Weißenberg?
Weißenberg: With an ascent of 1,195 m, Winschberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Wilgartswiesen - Weißenberg with 837 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Weißenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Weißenberg is Luitpoldturmrunde with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.
Top sights in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve
Explore in the Merzalben area
Points of interest
- Ritterstein 54 Schäferei
- Burg Gräfenstein
- Luitpoldturm
- Ritterstein 70 "Prinzregent Luitpold"
- Winschertfels
- Schloßberg
- Auf der Wasserschöpf
- Kieneckfelsen
- Hinterer Winschertkopf
- Weißenberg
- Kreuzweg
- Jagdfelsen
- Hubertusfelsen
- Dreibrunnental
- Husarenfelsen
- Schmaler Hals
- Kufenberg
- Imsenkopf
- Ritterstein 71 "Am Holländerklotz"
- AltrebQuelle