Best hard trails in Lorch
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Explore the most popular hard trails near Lorch 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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- 4.6 (101)·Hard·13 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis route follows stage 17 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Lorch and ends in Rüdesheim am Rhein. The trail traverses the Upper Middle Rhine Valley UNESCO World Heritage site, climbing through expansive vineyards from the Wisper Bridge. It passes the historic church in Lorch, follows a panoramic path to the Paul-Claus-Hütte, and features expansive castle views from the Ecksteinkopf. Hikers pass through the red wine village of Assmannshausen before reaching the Niederwald hunting lodge, a...
- 3.8 (7)·Hard·13.7 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrCircular hiking trail in the cultural landscape of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, Hesse. On this circular hike you hike partly on the Rheinhöhenweg and the Gebückwanderweg. At first it goes uphill, past Waldeck Castle to Sauerthal with a view of the Sauerburg. On the way back you can enjoy wonderful views over the Rhine and to Rhineland-Palatinate. In addition, numerous viewpoints and restaurants invite you to rest and linger. Highlights of the hike: - Clement Chapel - Grenzvogt inn -...
- 4.1 (3)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThe second stage of the premium hiking trail Wispertaunussteig is also worthwhile and shows the beautiful low mountain range with castles and ruins at its best. The ruins of Blideneck Castle (which was a fortress in the 13th century) and Rheinberg Castle (private property) are located on the Werkerbachtal. If you want to linger briefly in Ransel, you can visit the country museum: Here you can not only discover historical equipment, agricultural machinery and a forge, but also taste wine from...
- 4.4 (5)·Hard·14.1 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrMiddle Rhine Valley, Hesse. This demanding hike first leads along the Nollig and Engweger Kopf and always offers incredible views. Around the halfway point you can stop and eat at the Grenzvogt. On the way back along the banks of the Rhine, you will be rewarded with views over the Rhine. You hike on this circular route partly on the Rheinsteig hiking trail. Highlights of the hike: - Gutenfels Castle - Nollig ruins - Clemens Chapel - View of Pfalzgrafenstein Castle - Grenzvogt inn
- 3.6 (2)·Hard·28.3 mi·Est. 15–16.5 hrThis WIsper Trail, certified as a premium hiking trail, leads you in two stages through two countries, over three peaks and five valleys to the Rhine. Varied, demanding hike with many unforgettable views. Accessible by bus and train, refreshment stops along the way.
- 3.9 (6)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular circular hike in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A wonderful forest hike, during which hikers will find untouched nature and one or the other castle ruin waiting for them. Sturdy shoes (it goes over partly muddy forest paths) and a good basic level of fitness (due to the distance of the route) are an advantage. Highlights of the hike: - Geroldsteiner window - View of Geroldstein Castle - quiet forest - Lauksburg ruins