König-Albrecht-Wanderweg
17.4kmLength
535mElevation gain
5–5.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Official hiking trail in the south of Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatinate
This hiking trail runs for 17 kilometres from the south of Kaiserslautern into the Palatinate Forest and past the Betzenberg game reserve. There are refreshment stops at the starting point.
The path is marked with a red crown on a white background.
Highlights:
- Betzenberg Wildlife Park
- Hiking in the Palatinate Forest
- View from the Humberg
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Top sights
Großer Humberg
Peak
Humbergturm
Viewpoint
Hühner
Attraction
Auerochse
Attraction
Biertal
Valley
Wisent
Attraction
Schwarzwild
Attraction
Kleiner Humberg
Peak
Letzbachbrunnen
Spring
Wildkatze
Attraction
Wienertal
Valley
Kleines Heckental
Valley
Saupferchtal
Valley
Rot- und Muffelwild
Attraction
Tarpan
Attraction
Damwild
Attraction
Luchs
Attraction
Ritterstein 152 "Jungfernstein"
Attraction
Ritterstein 266 "Eichenkranz"
Attraction
Kiefernkopf
Peak
Axertal
Valley
Hüttenkopf
Peak
Vogelbrünnchen
Spring
Kleiner Krebser
Peak
Rehwild
Attraction
Kaninchen
Attraction
Ritterstein 294 "Lauterspring"
Attraction
Ritterstein 157 "Axershäuschen"
Attraction
Top sights
Großer Humberg
Peak
Humbergturm
Viewpoint
Hühner
Attraction
Auerochse
Attraction
Biertal
Valley
Wisent
Attraction
Schwarzwild
Attraction
Kleiner Humberg
Peak
Letzbachbrunnen
Spring
Wildkatze
Attraction
Wienertal
Valley
Kleines Heckental
Valley
Saupferchtal
Valley
Rot- und Muffelwild
Attraction
Tarpan
Attraction
Damwild
Attraction
Luchs
Attraction
Ritterstein 152 "Jungfernstein"
Attraction
Ritterstein 266 "Eichenkranz"
Attraction
Kiefernkopf
Peak
Axertal
Valley
Hüttenkopf
Peak
Vogelbrünnchen
Spring
Kleiner Krebser
Peak
Rehwild
Attraction
Kaninchen
Attraction
Ritterstein 294 "Lauterspring"
Attraction
Ritterstein 157 "Axershäuschen"
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 17.4-km circular trail near Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 56 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
Expected weather for König-Albrecht-Wanderweg for the next 5 days is:
- Fri 25 September - 25.7 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 27.5 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 28 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 28.1 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 27.4 degrees/clear
Where is König-Albrecht-Wanderweg located?
König-Albrecht-Wanderweg is a trail located in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
How hard is König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
König-Albrecht-Wanderweg is considered a hard hike that covers 17.4 km, with an elevation gain of 535 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
König-Albrecht-Wanderweg is considered a hard hike that covers 17.4 km, with an elevation gain of 535 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is König-Albrecht-Wanderweg a circular?
König-Albrecht-Wanderweg is a circular trail that covers 17.4 km, with an elevation gain of 535 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
König-Albrecht-Wanderweg is a circular trail that covers 17.4 km, with an elevation gain of 535 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
Dogs may be allowed on König-Albrecht-Wanderweg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
Yes, Humbergturm is located on König-Albrecht-Wanderweg.
Are there forests at König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
Yes, König-Albrecht-Wanderweg is a forest trail in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
Are there wildflowers at König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on König-Albrecht-Wanderweg, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at König-Albrecht-Wanderweg?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at König-Albrecht-Wanderweg in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on 23 September 2026 at 03:11 GMT+0