Best mountain biking trails in Hesse
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Explore the most popular mountain biking trails in Hesse 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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- 4.5 (141)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse The starting point of this wonderful hike is the Hohemark train station (reachable by bus and train). Accompanied by the babbling of the Urselbach, the path leads through the heathland, birch and coniferous forests of the Altkönig nature reserve to the White Wall. The impressive quartzite field was formed during the last ice age and owes its name to the fact that the boulders glow white when the sun shines on them. Halfway there is a nice rest...
- 4.2 (44)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. The Ettelsberg is a popular destination for active people all year round; Here, depending on the season, you can go mountain biking or skiing, hiking and enjoying nature. Highlights of the hike: - fantastic views - Summit of the Ettelsberg - Hochheideturm - reservoir - Willingen wildlife and leisure park
- 4.6 (29)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrFlow trail for enthusiastic mountain bikers Mountain bikers can really let off steam on this flow trail. The Großer Feldberg flow trail runs over a total of 3 sections and leads from the Windeck below the Feldberg summit down to the Oberurseler Hohenmark. The total length of the trail is around 3.6 kilometers. In addition to flowing berms, there are crisp root passages, but tables, ramps and drops can also be found on the route. The first section leads to the Fuchstanz Pass, where there...
- 4.6 (26)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route explores several peaks around the Altkoenig nature reserve. In addition to the many peaks, the route also passes the Gilboa Temple and Victoria Temple, all of which are beautiful view points. Highlights of the hike: - Altkoenig nature reserve - Huenerbergswiesen nature reserve - White wall - Buergelplatte
- 4.7 (21)·Moderate·39.4 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrPopular bike tour near Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. This beautiful bike tour along the Frankfurt Green Belt can be undertaken by mountain bike or other off-road bikes and starts in Neu-Isenburg. From there it goes in a wide loop around Frankfurt. In the forested areas, the paths on fine gravel or hard sand are easy to ride on. Within the city, there are usually separate cycle paths. There are beautiful asphalt paths on the Main and the ferry crosses in Hoecht. Highlights of the route: -...
- 4.1 (85)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrScenic loop trail in maintal, Hesse, Germany This relaxed loop can be done on foot or by bicycle. The Enkheimer Ried is a retreat for many endangered animals and plants, which is why parts of the area around the Riedteich are protected. Botanical highlights can be discovered, e.g. orchids, European pond turtles and also pintail, teal and spoonbill ducks can be found here. Near the Berger Hang you have a fantastic view over Offenbach, Frankfurt and the Odenwald. A stop for refreshments is...
- 4.3 (15)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This route combines the experience of a hike close to nature with exploring well-known attractions. The Alemannenweg, a certified quality hiking trail, leads through the Odenwald over a distance of 144 km. If this distance is too long for you, the route suggested here gives you a wonderful insight into the long-distance hiking trail, which is characterized by magnificent palaces and mighty castles. The highlight of the...
- 4.5 (21)·Hard·19.8 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrChallenging MTB tour in the UNESCO Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. From the starting point in Alsbach, the route leads through the Hasselbach Valley up to Hubertus-Schröder-Blick and on through the Balkhausen Valley past Heiligenberg Castle. After crossing the Stettbacher Valley, the route runs above the Lufthansa Training Center into the Ober-Beerbach Valley. After the Märchenteich pond, the trail leads to Hutzelstraße and on to Kuralpe. The highest point of the tour is reached...
- 4.1 (16)·Moderate·31.3 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrA varied hike or bike ride in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This route always runs along the Neckar. The start is the Hirschhorn train station. If 50 km is too long for you, you can simply get on the train in Heidelberg. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelberg - Neckarsteinach - Hirschhorn - Views oft the Neckar
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Frequently asked questions
What national parks in Hesse have mountain biking trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in Hesse. Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is home to 4 mountain biking trails with an average 1.3 star rating from 1 community reviews.
What is the longest mountain biking trail in Hesse?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest mountain biking trail in Hesse is TaTa 5000 MTB - Taunustaler. This trail is estimated to be 136.2 mi long.
Which mountain biking trail has the most elevation gain in Hesse?
Hesse: With an ascent of 22,864 ft, TaTa 5000 MTB - Taunustaler has the most elevation gain of all of the mountain biking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for mountain biking trails is Fulda - Neuhof - Bischofsheim an der Rhön with 12,312 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult mountain biking trail in Hesse?
The most popular and difficult mountain biking trail in Hesse is MTB Circuit Nördliche Bergstraße with a 4.5-star rating from 21 reviews.
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