Best trails near Ulster
4.3(11 reviews)
Ulster: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 3 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. Ulster: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 2 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ulster are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, certified circular hiking trail in the Rhön, Thuringia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that starts at the castle park in Geisa and leads along open fields. You walk along small paths and can enjoy the views of the surrounding area. The highlight of the route is the former Point Alpha border facility, which now houses a border museum. Highlights of the circular hike: - Cross of the Geiserämter - Geisa Castle - At the Siebenborn
- Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis route starts in Geisa at the culture centre. It immediately crosses the Ulster and leads along the Bachweg to the Gänsegurgel. Finally, it reaches the area of the former border between East and West Germany. There are observation towers and historical information in the area. It is worth stopping at Point Alpha, where there is an exhibition.
- Hard·26.2 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail in the Rhön, Thuringia/Hesse. The Geisweg starts at the culture centre in Geisa and ends at the legendary Milseburg. The route crosses the Thuringian-Hessian border and enchants with magnificent views over the Ulster Valley, Geisbach Valley and Rhön. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Hessian Kegelspiel - Milseburg ("Pearl of the Rhön") - Ulsterblick (viewpoint) - Oberbernhardser Höhe nature reserve
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ulster?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ulster is Point-Alpha-Trail, which has a 4.3 star rating from 11 reviews. This trail is 14.5 km long with an elevation gain of 464 m.
What is the longest trail near Ulster?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ulster is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg. This trail is estimated to be 26.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ulster?
Ulster: With an ascent of 1,114 m, Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Point-Alpha-Trail with 464 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ulster?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ulster is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg with a -star rating from 0 reviews.
