Best views 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 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: -...

Exciting route with great views near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This short route has it all: more than 1200 steps made of natural stone are mastered here on the ascent to the Königstuhl. Once at the top, the fantastic view rewards the effort. The route lives up to its name. Highlights of the route: - Views over Heidelberg and the castle - Idyllic panorama

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, idyllic loop in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. A very pleasant loop on the Königstuhl with slight inclines. There is a lot of fresh air, tranquility and the route is comfortable to walk in all seasons. From the Königstuhl you can enjoy great views of the picturesque landscape. For children, in addition to great forest playgrounds, there is also the fee-based fairytale paradise at the starting point. Refreshments are available. Highlights of the round: -...

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...