Best historic site trails in Reichelsheim
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Reichelsheim 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
- 4.8 (8)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. From the center of Reichelsheim, the Wildweibchenstein legend trail leads along several historical buildings and ruins and of course to the eponymous rock formation, where, according to legend, two wild females once lived. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Neunkirchner Höhe - Reichenberg Castle - Ruins of Rodenstein Castle - Wildweibchenstein - Fallbacher waterfall
- 4.5 (8)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly hike to the Rodenstein castle ruins, Hesse. From the Freedom car park you dive into a relaxing forest area. A nice hiking highlight on the way is the Falling Bach, a small waterfall. Relaxed and downhill, we continue to the Rodenstein ruins with a great opportunity to stop off at Hofgut Rodenstein. After visiting the castle, the path leads below the Rodenstein estate past the forest path back to the car park. Highlights: - great forest landscape - Falling creek - Rodenstein...
- 3.8 (12)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular, panoramic hiking trail near Reichelsheim, Hesse. The hike begins in Reichelsheim and leads via the Röders hut to the Rodenstein estate and the Rodenstein castle ruins. From here you can enjoy wonderful views of the surrounding area. On the way back you pass the Fallbach waterfall and if you want, you can pay a visit to the Odenwald Regional Museum. Highlights of the hike: - Fallbach waterfall - Eichbrünnchen
- 4.4 (2)·Moderate·14.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows the second stage of the Alemannenweg and connects Reichelsheim with Lautertal. From Reichelsheim, the trail leads uphill through dense forests, past the mystical Rodenstein Castle ruins and the Fallender Bach natural landmark. After the ascent to the Neunkircher Höhe, the Kaiserturm offers panoramic views of the Odenwald, before the descent takes you past the source of the Modau River and through idyllic villages such as Lützelbach and Beedenkirchen to Lautertal. Overnight...
- 4.2 (2)·Hard·14.8 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrChallenging Loop in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful circular hike that leads up and down through the varied landscape in the geo-nature park. It goes through forests and across fields. You should take enough provisions with you for the quite long tour. There are places to stop for refreshments in Lindenfels, Laudenau, at the Rodenstein ruins and in Reichelsheim. Highlights: - Odenwald regional museum - Bismarck Observatory near the route - Rodenstein Castle -...
- 4.6 (2)·Hard·13.4 mi·Est. 6–7 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This hike leads through a picturesque forest for a good 21 km. Great views over the Gersprenztal and some historical attractions such as the Beerfurther Schloesschen are not neglected either. Highlights of the hike: - romantic Gersprenz valley - Franconian Crumbach - Beerfurther Schloesschen (castle ruins)
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Reichelsheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Reichelsheim is Alemannenweg Stage 2: Reichelsheim – Lautertal. This trail is estimated to be 14.9 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Reichelsheim?
Reichelsheim: With an ascent of 2,975 ft, Reichelsheim 6 Loop: Nibelungen tour has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Alemannenweg Stage 2: Reichelsheim – Lautertal with 2,847 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Reichelsheim?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Reichelsheim is Reichelsheim 6 Loop: Nibelungen tour with a 4.2-star rating from 2 reviews.