Best trails near Rittersberg
4.6(66 reviews)
Rittersberg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 8 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. Rittersberg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Rittersberg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (29)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail from Hambach Castle to Hohen Loog in Rhineland-Palatinate Starting at Hambach Castle, this hiking trail runs westerly to the Bergstein and the Hohen Loog. This hiking trail is ideal for a nature excursion after a visit to Hambach Castle. Highlights: - beautiful forest paths of the Palatinate Forest - National Monument Hambach Castle - beautiful view from the Hohen Loog
- 4.5 (14)·Hard·19.6 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrThis route is stage 5 of the Palatinate Wine Trail, a long-distance trail starting in Neustadt an der Weinstraße and ending in St. Martin. The path ascends past the Zigeunerfelsen and Hambacher Bergstein rock formations, heading near the historic Hambacher Schloss. It continues upward to the Hohe-Loog-Haus and onto the Kalmit, the highest peak in the Palatinate Forest, before passing the Felsenmeer stone field and descending into St. Martin. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·24.5 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrDemanding circular trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. Anyone looking for a challenging hike in the Palatinate Forest has come to the right place. The route through the Haardt can be started in Neustadt an der Weinstraße (recommended if you arrive by public transport) or in Maikammer. The circular hiking trail is characterized by magnificent vantage points and mountain peaks, including the Hohe Loog and the Kalmit, at a good 672 m above sea level. NN the highest...
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular route around Hambach Castle in the Palatinate. The circular route starts at Hambach Castle and leads through beautiful countryside past the Ritterberg in the direction of Hohe Loog Haus. It goes uphill accompanied by great views. Through the forest and with a beautiful view of the Sommerberg, the route returns to the starting point. Highlights: - Hambach Castle - Hambach mountain stone - High loog - Magnificent views
- 4.8 (5)·Hard·28.2 km·Est. 9–10 hrPanoramic circular hike from St. Martin to Neustadt an der Weinstraße in Rhineland-Palatinate The outward journey takes you along the fourth stage of the Palatinate Wine Trail. Over a distance of almost 21 kilometres, you climb up to the Nollensattel to admire the Ziegeunerfelsen natural monument and the viewing platform there. Along the way, you can be impressed by the wonders of nature and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The return journey leads from Neustadt an der...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Rittersberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Rittersberg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Rittersberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Rittersberg is Hambacher Castle and Hohe-Loog-Haus Short Trail, which has a 4.7 star rating from 29 reviews. This trail is 6.4 km long with an elevation gain of 272 m.
What is the longest trail near Rittersberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Rittersberg is MTB Tour: Hambach - Hohe Loog - Schwalbeneck - Neustadt. This trail is estimated to be 33.5 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Rittersberg?
Rittersberg: With an ascent of 1,154 m, MTB Tour: Hambach - Hohe Loog - Schwalbeneck - Neustadt has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Maikammer - Hohe Loog - Zigeunerfels with 1,134 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Rittersberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Rittersberg is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 5: Neustadt a. d. Weinstraße - St. Martin with a 4.5-star rating from 14 reviews.
Top sights in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve
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- Gimmeldingen - Weinbiet loop
- Hohe Loog, Kalmit and Hohberg Circular Route from Neustadt
- Von Haardt zum Weinbiet
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- Neustadt, Sühnekreuz, and Hambacherschloß
- High Trail from Neustadt an der Weinstrasse
- Gimmeldingen zum Weinbiet
- Kaltenbrunner Hütte - Hellerhütte
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