Best trails near Lauter
4.3(149 reviews)
Lauter: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 10 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. Lauter: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 10 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Lauter are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (60)·Moderate·2.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort hiking trail to the Wolfsstein castles near Wolfstein, RHeinland-Pfalz Hikers who embark on this hiking tour in Wolfsburg are rewarded with beautiful views and a visit to the castles of Alt- and Neu-Wolfstein. Thanks to the short route, the hike is ideal for children with a thirst for discovery. Highlights: - Old Wolfstein Castle - New Wolfstein Castle - Hiking along the Lauter river
- 4.5 (27)·Hard·8.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrOfficial hiking trail of the municipality of Wolfstein to Königsberg, Rhineland-Palatinate From Wolfstein, this hike climbs a good 300 metres to the Königstein mountain in the south-west of the municipality. In Wolfstein, it is also worth visiting the two castles Alt-Wolfstein and Neu-Wolfstein. Highlights: - Hiking on forest paths - dynamic ascent up to Königstein - Castles in Wolfstein
- 4.3 (14)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hiking route in the west of Wolfstein in Rhineland-Palatinate From Wolfstein, this hike runs along the imposing castles of Neu-Wolstein and Alt-Wolfstein and further west through the surrounding low mountain ranges. Highlights: - Visitor lime mine at Königsberg - Neu-Wolfstein Castle & Alt-Wolfstein - Hilly forest paths
- 4.8 (9)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail near Wolfstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. This loop trail in the Lauter valley, characterised by beautiful views, begins in Wolfstein. Here the ruins of Alt-Wolfstein Castle from the 12th century await hikers. The trail runs mostly through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - Castle Alt-Wolfstein - Neu-Wolfstein Castle - Leienberg - beautiful views - Vineyards
- 4.3 (10)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrAn easy circular route around Wolfstein that visits both the new and the old castle. The trail offers beautiful views of the town and the valley. It is a great activity for the family. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Neu-Wolfstein Castle - Old Wolfstein Castle
- 4.5 (4)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrA traditional hike in the forest around Wolfstein. This trail begins with a good ascent that offers a beautiful view at the top. On the way back, it passes a youth hostel and a pond. Highlights: - Neu Wolfstein Castle - Views of the Donnersberg - Poggrechweiher (Laufhausen) - The Königsland youth hostel
- 4.4 (4)·Hard·22 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrStage 7 of the long-distance hiking trail "Pfälzer Höhenweg", Rhineland-Palatinate. The seventh and final stage of the certified "Pfälzer Höhenweg" quality trail starts in Lauterecken (accessible by bus and train). It climbs high up to several peaks in the Königsland - the stage is also considered challenging because of these climbs. Towards the end of the hike, there are also two castle ruins. In Wolfstein there are not only several places to stay overnight and stop for refreshments, but...
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrA wonderful loop along the Blaue Halde forest lake, to the Leienberg and Neu-Wolfstein Castle. It starts in the old town centre, from here you walk uphill to the remains of Neu-Wolfstein Castle. Continue to the Dümmlerhütte, where you can take a break. Continue through the forest in the direction of Leienberg and from there in an arc back to the starting point.
- 3.9 (7)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful route from Wolfsstein to the CVJM hut in Rhineland-Palatinate The route leads from Wolfstein town centre via the visitor lime mine up to the YMCA hut. The route is easily accessible by bus and train. Highlights: - View of Neu-Wolfsstein Castle - Visitor limestone mine at Königsberg - YMCA hut
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Lauter?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Lauter. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Lauter?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Lauter is Wolfstein Castles, which has a 4.2 star rating from 60 reviews. This trail is 2.6 km long with an elevation gain of 128 m.
What is the longest trail near Lauter?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Lauter is Pfälzer Höhenweg Etappe 7: Von Lauterecken bis Wolfstein. This trail is estimated to be 22.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Lauter?
Lauter: With an ascent of 847 m, Pfälzer Höhenweg Etappe 7: Von Lauterecken bis Wolfstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Vom Segelflugplatz nach Wolfstein with 542 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Lauter?
The most popular and difficult trail near Lauter is Wolfstein - Gipfelsteig zum Königsberg with a 4.5-star rating from 27 reviews.
