Best partially-paved trails in Heidelberg

Popular, multifaceted walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to its proximity to Heidelberg, nature and the city can be enjoyed at the same time on the Philosopher´s Walk. The warm climate in this area, which is untypical for Germany, allows all kinds of exotic plants to grow: Japanese mistletoe, Spanish broom, Portuguese cherries, everything blooms a few weeks earlier on this path than in the valley. The path leads along the southern part of the Heiligenberg, on the banks of the...

Popular city hike in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful city walk takes you past many of Heidelberg's most famous sights. The hike also convinces with great views over the Neckar and up to the Michelsberg. There are countless places to stop. Highlights of the hike: - Theodor Heuss Bridge - Old town Heidelberg - Philosopher's path with philosopher's garden - View from the snake path - Old bridge - Heidelberger Castle - Church of the Holy Spirit

Popular historical hiking trail in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This loop hike goes to the Heiligenberg in the north of Heidelberg. On the way, it passes the Bismarck column, the Heidelberg Thingstätte and the ruins of the Michaelskloster. The Bismarck Column is a listed observation tower located above the Philosophenweg. The Thingstätte is an open-air amphitheater and an example of Nazi architecture. The Michaelskloster was founded as a branch of the Lorsch monastery in the 9th century on...

A wonderful tour along Heidelberg's old town and to the famous Philosophenweg into the green. You pass the Philosphengärtchen, the Bismarck Column and the Fuchsrondell Hut, from which you have a beautiful view of Heidelberg and its surroundings. We continue on the Chaisenweg, past the Heldenloch towards Heiligenberg with the Heiligenberg tower. Shortly after the Waldschenke, turn right onto the Heiligenbergweg, which you follow to the Kühruhweg. Follow this until it crosses the Odenwälder Weg...

Historical & promising hiking trail near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This famous hiking trail along various historical sites such as the Bismarck Tower offers a great view over Heidelberg and the Neckar. On the way you can rest under the Mönchberghütte and the Fuchsrondellhütte. Highlights of the tour: - Thingsstätte Heidelberg - Bismarck Column - Philosopher's Garden - Monk mountain hut - Fox roundel hut

Popular hike in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This route, which is suitable for running or hiking, leads from the bus stop at Friedrich-Ebert-Platz via the Gaisberg to the Koenigstuhl. Those who prefer a leisurely walk into the valley can take the cable car up the Koenigstuhl and then enjoy the 4 km long descent. Highlights of the hike: - Koenigstuhl - Blockhaus - Sprunghaus - Gaisberg tower - Rondelle - Riesenstein

Popular, varied route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The climb to Königstuhl starts behind the cemetery (bus arrival possible and parking available). In Königsstuhl, of course, the climb is rewarded with magnificent views. Afterwards, the steep descent to Heidelberg begins - via the Valerieweg it goes down to the Neckar River. On the opposite side of the Neckar, the route leads as a small round over a beautiful serpentine trail until it finally goes towards the starting...

Challenging loop trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With more than 30 km and numerous ascents and descents, this hiking or jogging tour is demanding, but a nice challenge for well-trained athletes. It starts directly in Heidelberg, where you can also stop for refreshments after the tour. After crossing the Neckar, it goes up and down through the panoramic mountain ranges and romantic valleys of the Odenwald - including the Michelsberg, the Heiligenberg and of...

Popular, panoramic loop near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is easy to reach Heidelberg-Altstadt railway station by S-Bahn. The route gradually climbs up through the forest to the Königstuhl with its inn and falconry. The marvellous view of Heidelberg, the Rhine Valley and the Odenwald can be enjoyed from here. The steps of the "Himmelsleiter" ("ladder to heaven") lead downhill to Heidelberg's beautiful Old Town. It is possible to take the mountain railway to the castle or back to the Old...

Scenic running tour in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This is the route of the GELITA Trail Marathon 2018. Please note the road traffic regulations. It may be that some parts of this route have been closed especially for the marathon and are now integrated back into normal road traffic. The route is of course also suitable as a hike. Highlights of the tour: - Heidelberg Castle - Corn Market - Upper Prince's Fountain - Königstuhl - Fairytale paradise Heidelberg - Molkenkur - Friesenweg with...