Best forest trails in Groß-Umstadt

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Groß-Umstadt with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

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#1 - Loop Trail Gross-Umstadt 1: Umstadt Panorama Tour
4.1 (12)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Panoramic hiking trail in the Geo-Nature Park Bergstraße-Odenwald, Hesse. The Umstadt Panorama Trail (loop trail 1) is a relaxed route that enchants with great views over the Odenwald, the vineyards, the Veste Otzberg and the wine town of Gross-Umstadt. The hike runs primarily through field landscapes and offers much more than just great panoramic views. Hikers with a head for heights dare to take a detour to the suspension bridge on the Neunkircher Hoehe, lovers of beautiful landscapes...
#2 - Groß-Umstadt Loop (GU 1)
4.3 (13)·Hard·22.1 mi·Est. 10–11 hr
Popular mountain bike tour in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This varied mountain bike tour begins near the Groß-Umstadt market square. From here, there is MTB fun and a few meters of altitude to overcome. The first serious climb starts in the Klein-Umstadt vineyards (good fitness is required). Once on the saddle, the route follows the signs through the vineyards towards Ziegelwald and into the Raibacher Valley. The path then flattens towards the Rödelshäuschen – time to...
#3 - Groß-Umstadt: Weininsel hiking trail
4.6 (7)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Popular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. Several vineyards, idyllic forests and forest edges and of course many great views - a lot of variety is guaranteed on this hike from Groß-Umstadt. Highlights of the hike: - Umstaedter Herrnberg with an educational wine trail - Umstaedter stone back - Umstaedter Stachelberg - Ziegelwald
#4 - Parking area loop trail Hainrich 4: Hardberg-Weg
4.5 (5)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Popular circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Hardberg trail begins at the Hainrich hiking car park east of Groß-Umstadt. The circular route is marked with a yellow 4 in a yellow circle and runs mostly through open countryside. Highlights of the hike: - Umstadter Herrnberg - Wächtersbach - beautiful views
#5 - Waldesruh inn from Groß-Umstadt
4.4 (4)·Hard·13.7 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
#6 - Dieburg - Wersau - Eberbach - Brensbach
5.0 (3)·Moderate·37.1 mi·Est. 14.5–15.5 hr
#7 - Loop trail Klein-Umstadt 2: Raibach-Weg
5.0 (3)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Popular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This 8 km long loop leads through the meadows and fields between Klein-Umstadt, Groß-Umstadt and Raibach. It goes up and down a bit, but overall the route does not pose too much of a challenge for hikers. Highlights of the hike: - Umstaedter Stachelberg - St. Wendelinus Chapel - Klein-Umstadt
#8 - Loop trail Gross-Umstadt Kleine Zinshecke 7: To the Roedelshaeuschen
3.6 (10)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. A short distance of 4.5 km and very small differences in altitude make circular hiking trail 7 a great route for a family walk. The whole time you hike through the forest - perfect for switching off and taking a deep breath. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - Rödelshäuschen (rest area)
#9 - Loop Trail Gross-Umstadt Alter Steinbruch 2: Laubdoellen-Weg
5.0 (1)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Relaxed loop trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. If you are looking for a relaxing break surrounded by quiet nature, then loop trail 2 from the Alter Steinbruch hiking car park is the right place for you. Over a short distance, the route leads along well-developed hiking trails through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest trails - quiet nature
#10 - Klein Umstadt - Kleestadt
5.0 (1)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Groß-Umstadt?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Groß-Umstadt is Dieburg - Wersau - Eberbach - Brensbach. This trail is estimated to be 37.1 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Groß-Umstadt?

Groß-Umstadt: With an ascent of 3,379 ft, Dieburg - Wersau - Eberbach - Brensbach has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Groß-Umstadt Loop (GU 1) with 3,366 ft of elevation gain.