Best river 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

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 hiking trail near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This route starts at the foot of the Schlangenweg and leads through the historic Heidelberg Thingstätte, an open-air theatre built during the Third Reich. The trail finally leads to St Michael's Monastery. After the hike, it is definitely worth taking a stroll through Heidelberg's Old Town. There is plenty to discover here, as well as cafés and restaurants. There is a car park at the starting point. Highlights of the hike: -...

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

This route follows stage 1 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Heidelberg and ending in Neckargemünd. Right after the start, the trail ascends the Himmelsleiter, the historic sandstone steps leading up to the Königstuhl, which is the highest point of this stage. Afterwards, the route continues past the rocky scenery of the Felsenmeer and reaches the managed Neckarriedkopfhütte. Beyond that, the city forest opens up into a vast green woodland before the climb to the...

Panoramic hike in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The hike begins at the Königsstuhl. It is possible to visit the Fairy Tale Paradise, an amusement park for children. It goes past the Auerhahnenhütte, the Felsenmeerhütte and then along the Schlossvereinsweg to the Rombach fountain. Passing the castle, it goes into the historic old town, where numerous sights, cafés and restaurants await. The starting point can be reached with the Heidelberg cable car (see tips). Highlights: - View of...

Relaxed walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The towpath runs along the north bank of the Neckar in Heidelberg. Here it goes along the foot of the Heiligenberg. Since this mountain is subject to unique climatic conditions, the temperature here averages 1.5 degrees warmer than in the city area. From here, there is a beautiful view of Heidelberg's old town on the other side of the Neckar. To make a loop out of this route, the Philosopher's Path on the mountain's southern slope can be hiked...

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...