Best trails near Orensfels
4.4(166 reviews)
Orensfels: 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. Orensfels: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Orensfels are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (35)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Orensberg with its impressive rock formations in the summit region is a popular hiking destination in the Palatinate Forest. The hike starts at the car park at the Dernbach orchards. From there, the route leads gently but steadily uphill on forest paths. There are refreshment stops along the route, such as the Dernbacher Haus and the Naturfreundehaus Kiesbuckel (note opening times). Those interested in...
- 4.7 (33)·Hard·18.5 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrDemanding premium hiking trail in the Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Palatinate Hut Tour is a certified premium hiking trail that leads past the four hiking huts Ringelsberghütte, St.-Anna-Hütte, Trifelsblick-Hütte, and Landauer Hütte am Zimmerbrunnen and thus offers the best opportunities for a break. The route reflects everything that can be experienced in the Palatinate, what it tastes, and how pleasant it is. There is hardly a hiking trail that represents the Palatinate so well in...
- 4.7 (21)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrShort version of the popular premium hiking trail from St. Johann. The short southern tour starts at the hikers' car park in Albersweiler-St. Johann and leads past three of the Palatinate Forest huts and Orenfels. The huts offer refreshment stops, mostly at weekends. Highlights of the hike: - Ringelsberghütte with viewing terrace - Landau hut at the Zimmerbrunnen fountain - Opportunity to visit the historic Gleisweiler forest shower - Orensfels viewpoint - Kiesbuckel Friends of Nature...
- 4.6 (20)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hike near Ramberg, Rhineland-Palatinate. Start at the "Drei Eichen" car park directly on the L506. There is a cosy place to stop for refreshments right at the start. The route continues through the forest to the Neuscharfeneck ruins and then to the Landauer Hut. A break can be taken here. A unique view awaits at Orenfels. Highlights of the hike: - Waldhaus Drei Buchen - 5-Castle view - Neuscharfeneck castle ruins - Oren rock
- 4.5 (31)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrScenic hiking trail to the Neuscharfeneck ruins near Frankweiler in Rhineland-Palatinate This route leads from the starting point at the foot of the Palatinate Forest through the Hainbach valley. At the ruins of Neuscharfeneck Castle, you return to the starting point via Orenfels. Highlights: - Neuscharfeneck ruins - Kiesbuckel Friends of Nature Centre - Waterfall Water shower
- 4.3 (12)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate. The St. Johann hiking car park can be the starting and finishing point for this charming circular hike. After a solid ascent, you reach the Orensfels viewing platform. Here you can enjoy an amazing panoramic view from the sea of vines in the east, across the Queich Valley, into the Palatinate Forest and over Annweiler. The second great highlight is the ruins of Neuscharfeneck Castle. You return through lush forest past Eichberg and...
- 4.1 (8)·Hard·17.1 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route follows stage 7 of the Palatinate Wine Trail, which begins in Burrweiler and ends in Dernbach. The trail runs along the slopes of the Teufelsberg and leads to the St. Anna Hut, the Trifelsblick Hut, the Ramberger Waldhaus and the Landauer Hut. Hikers pass the Neuscharfeneck ruins and climb to the Orensfelsen on the Orensberg before heading to Dernbach. Accommodation is available in guesthouses in the villages; wild camping is prohibited. Drinking water is reliably available in...
- 4.2 (5)·Hard·15.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail from Gleisweiler to Neuscharfeneck Castle in Rhineland-Palatinate This route runs from Gleisweiler through the beautiful Palatinate Forest. First to Orenfels and then to the idyllic Neuscharfeneck Castle. The route then leads past Kalkofenberg and Kittenberg back to Gleisweiler. Highlights: - Orenfels - Neuscharfeneck Castle - Palatinate Forest Nature Park
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Orensfels?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Orensfels. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Orensfels?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Orensfels is Orensfels and Landauer Hütte, which has a 4.7 star rating from 35 reviews. This trail is 8.0 km long with an elevation gain of 374 m.
What is the longest trail near Orensfels?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Orensfels is Orensfelsrunde MTB. This trail is estimated to be 22.5 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Orensfels?
Orensfels: With an ascent of 839 m, Orensfelsrunde MTB has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Pfälzer Hüttentour with 768 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Orensfels?
The most popular and difficult trail near Orensfels is Pfälzer Hüttentour with a 4.7-star rating from 33 reviews.