Best forest trails in Lautertal
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Lautertal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hike Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This almost 10 km long hike begins at the Roemersteine car park. It can be a bit crowded right next to the Felsenmeer, especially on weekends and when the weather is nice. Another highlight is the bird nature trail, which is looked after by the Reichenbacher bird conservationists. Highlights of the hike: - Felsenmeer ("Sea of rocks") - Felsberg nature reserve near Reichenbach - Bird trail
- 4.7 (32)·Moderate·2.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. The Great Sea of Rocks near Lautertal is one of the most popular excursion destinations in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park. There is a lot to discover here, especially for families; the unique stone landscape consisting of mighty boulders is a real adventure playground. Highlights of the hike: - familyfriendly - Great sea of rocks - Owl Tower - Eat at the Koboldklause (seasonal, note opening times)
- 4.5 (15)·Hard·9.5 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis spectacular route leads through the front Odenwald and connects two of the most famous landmarks in the Bergstraße region. The trail opens up the famous Felsenmeer near Lautertal-Reichenbach and leads up to the Melibokus (517 m), the highest mountain on the Hessian Bergstraße. The route is a challenging mix of steep forest trails, historic paved paths, and the granite boulders of the Felsenmeer. A central highlight is the ascent through the huge rock formations, past Roman structures...
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. A nice loop in the Odenwald Felsenmeer with start and finish in Reichenbach. Most hikers will need between 2 and 2.5 hours to complete this route. Highlights of the hike: - 18 rock seas made of granite, gneiss and quartz diorite blocks - Felsberg nature reserve - Riesenstuhl ("giants` chair) - Koboldklause
- 4.7 (4)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. The starting point of the Lautertal loop trail 4 is the Schannenbacher Eck car park. You will find a hiking map for better orientation right near the parking lot. As the name suggests, the panorama trail is known above all for its beautiful views. You hike through the forest or along the edges of the forest the entire time. Highlights of the hike: - magnificent panoramic views - Picnic at the Matildenhoehe - Krehberg
- 4.4 (9)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed walk in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. Cars can be parked at the cemetery in Elmshausen. After less than half a kilometer you reach the edge of the forest and walk from there on beautiful forest paths. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - Hohberg
- 3.9 (7)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed circular hike in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. A very leisurely round that begins and ends at the cemetery in Reichenbach. This route is well suited for a walk or run with the dog and/or children. Highlights of the route: - Ferdinandenhöhe - Children and dog friendly - Quiet forest trails
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Lautertal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Lautertal is Felsenmeer-Kirchberghäuschen-Bensheim. This trail is estimated to be 17.9 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Lautertal?
Lautertal: With an ascent of 2,798 ft, Felsenmeer – Melibokus – Riesenstuhl has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Felsenmeer-Kirchberghäuschen-Bensheim with 2,700 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Lautertal?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Lautertal is Felsenmeer – Melibokus – Riesenstuhl with a 4.5-star rating from 15 reviews.