Best backpacking trails in Marburg
4.6(13 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Marburg 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
- 4.7 (8)·Hard·15 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrIdyllic section of the "Lahnwanderweg" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. At 24 km, the seventh stage is the longest and most demanding section of the Lahn hiking trail. After leaving Marburg behind you, you usually hike through lonely meadows and fields, which are now and then interspersed with small villages or idyllic wooded areas. Although there are refreshment stops, you should definitely have enough water and provisions in your backpack due to the length of the stage. The start and...
- 4.0 (4)·Hard·31.4 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail in the Burgwald, Hesse This route is a certified premium hiking trail that leads from Marburg to Frankenberg. In addition to remote forest meadows, mystical moors, forests and babbling brooks, there are historic town centers, half-timbered villages and castles to discover - a perfect balance between nature and culture. There are restaurant and overnight accomodation. The direction of travel is freely selectable. Highlights of the hike: - 10 possible extra...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·15.8 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried hike or MTB tour in the Lahn valley, Hesse. This route can be started at the car park on Moischter Straße or in Marburg, for example. On the last few kilometers, it is worthwhile to linger a little in Marburg, to take a look at the old town or to stop by a restaurant there. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic Lahn valley - Marburg - beautiful forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Marburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Marburg is Burgwald Trail. This trail is estimated to be 31.4 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Marburg?
Marburg: With an ascent of 5,252 ft, Burgwald Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen with 2,217 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Marburg?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Marburg is Lahnwanderweg stage 7: Marburg - Fronhausen with a 4.7-star rating from 8 reviews.