Best long trails in Neckarsteinach
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Explore the most popular long trails near Neckarsteinach 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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- 4.2 (29)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Neckarsteinach and ending in Hirschhorn. The trail runs through beautiful mixed forests, passing the historic Mittelburg and the ruins of Hinterburg Castle before ascending a steep path toward the Goetheblick viewpoint. Along the way, hikers encounter cultural landmarks like the Rote Bild and the Freischärlergrab before finishing at the well-preserved Hirschhorn Castle. Overnight stays are accommodated in local...
- 4.4 (8)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. Most hikers need around 3 hours for the almost 10 km long route. Numerous castles line the path, almost half of which leads directly along the Neckar. Highlights of the hike: - Vorderburg, Mittelburg and Hinterburg in Neckarsteinach - Ruhsteinhütte - Hiking trail along the Neckar
- 4.4 (53)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop near Neckarsteinach, Baden-Württemberg. As the name suggests, four castles and castle ruins await you on this tour, including the ruins of the Swallow's Nest (also known as Castle Schadeck). Fantastic views of the Neckar and great forest trails round off the varied hiking experience. There are places to stop. The route is accessible by bus and train. There is a fairly steep ascent to the Hoher Darsberg, which is why a basic level of fitness and sturdy shoes are an...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·18.7 mi·Est. 10–11 hrVierburgenparkplatz - Mittelburg - Hinterburg - Sportplatz - Eichelberg - Kaisereiche - High Darsberg - Bänkleweg - Stangenberghalle - lock - Dilsberg - Lochmühle - Bockfelsen - Bronner hut - Friedensbrücke - Büdel Ebert Heim - Am Ruhestein - Lammerskopf - Steinengatter - Am Ruhestein - Burgenweg - Bliggerlinde - Teufelstein - Schwalbennest - Hinterburg - Vierburgenparkplatz