Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster
18kmLength
745mElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Point-to-point
This route follows stage 9 of the Palatinate Wine Trail, a long-distance trail starting in Annweiler and ending in Klingenmünster. The path climbs toward Trifels Castle and passes the Barbarossa inn and the Fensterfelsen rock formations. It descends steeply before ascending through chestnut forests to the Neukastell Castle ruins, then continues through Leinsweiler and Eschbach up to the Madenburg Castle ruins. A narrow path leads down into the Kaiserbachtal and past the Landeck Castle ruins into Klingenmünster.
Overnight stays are available in local guesthouses and hotels in the villages; wild camping is prohibited on this route. Reliable drinking water is found at businesses and castle taverns along the trail, while natural sources require filtration. Both endpoints are accessible by train and bus via https://www.bahn.de. The Pfälzer Weinsteig is a premium trail from Bockenheim to Schweigen-Rechtenbach, typically completed in 11 stages.
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Part of a multi-day route
Palatinate Wine Trail
Top sights
Jungturm
Peak
Sonnenberg (Wasgau)
Peak
Reichsburg Trifels
Castle
Naturfreunde Annweiler
Campsite
Konzertmuschel
Hut
Ritterstein 221 "Windhof"
Attraction
Brunnen
Ruins
Rothenberg
Peak
Föhrlenberg
Peak
Anebos
Castle
Ritterstein 43 "Cramer-Pfad 1904"
Attraction
Burg Landeck
Castle
Bergfried
Castle
Nikolauskapelle
Attraction
Burgruine Neukastel
Castle
Am Brünnel
Picnic site
Madenburg
Castle
Kloster Klingenmünster
Attraction
Bindersbacher Turm
Peak
Fensterfels
Peak
Scharfenberg
Peak
Ritterstein 41 "Prinzen-Weg 1911"
Attraction
Waldgalerie Annweiler
Attraction
Burg Scharfenberg
Castle
Münzfels
Peak
Johanna-Quelle
Spring
Quelle Burg Landeck
Spring
Schipkapass, Wasserrad
Attraction
Alte Wingerte am Adelberg
Attraction
Ritterstein 222 "Ahlmühle"
Attraction
Stellplatz Klingenbachhalle
Caravan site
Top sights
Jungturm
Peak
Sonnenberg (Wasgau)
Peak
Reichsburg Trifels
Castle
Naturfreunde Annweiler
Campsite
Konzertmuschel
Hut
Ritterstein 221 "Windhof"
Attraction
Brunnen
Ruins
Rothenberg
Peak
Föhrlenberg
Peak
Anebos
Castle
Ritterstein 43 "Cramer-Pfad 1904"
Attraction
Burg Landeck
Castle
Bergfried
Castle
Nikolauskapelle
Attraction
Burgruine Neukastel
Castle
Am Brünnel
Picnic site
Madenburg
Castle
Kloster Klingenmünster
Attraction
Bindersbacher Turm
Peak
Fensterfels
Peak
Scharfenberg
Peak
Ritterstein 41 "Prinzen-Weg 1911"
Attraction
Waldgalerie Annweiler
Attraction
Burg Scharfenberg
Castle
Münzfels
Peak
Johanna-Quelle
Spring
Quelle Burg Landeck
Spring
Schipkapass, Wasserrad
Attraction
Alte Wingerte am Adelberg
Attraction
Ritterstein 222 "Ahlmühle"
Attraction
Stellplatz Klingenbachhalle
Caravan site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Try this 18.0-km point-to-point trail near Klingenmünster, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 47 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through November.
What is the expected weather this week for Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Expected weather for Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 26.2 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 27.4 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 26.6 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 27.2 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 19.8 degrees/showers
Where is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster located?
Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is a trail located in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
How hard is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is considered a hard hike that covers 18 km, with an elevation gain of 745 m. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is considered a hard hike that covers 18 km, with an elevation gain of 745 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster a point-to-point trail?
Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is a point to point trail that covers 18 km, with an elevation gain of 745 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is a point to point trail that covers 18 km, with an elevation gain of 745 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Dogs may be allowed on Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
March to November is the most popular time of year to visit Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster.
How busy is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
According to trailgoers, Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is usually not too busy. March to November is the most popular time of year to visit Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster.
Is camping allowed at Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Camping is allowed on Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is backpacking allowed at Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Backpacking is allowed on Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Are there forests at Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Yes, Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster is a forest trail in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
Are there wildflowers at Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 9: Annweiler - Klingenmünster, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 22 September 2026 at 23:31 GMT+0