Best forest trails in Deidesheim
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Deidesheim 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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- 4.4 (53)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrNice circular route to the Wachtenburg near Deidesheim, Rhineland-Palatinate This route runs on the edge of the Palatinate Forest to the Wachtenburg. The route also passes the Michaelskapelle and offers a wonderful view over the landscape of the Palatinate Forest. Highlights: - Michael's Chapel - Heidenlöcher castle ruins - basalt lake - Wachtenburg - Possibility to stop in Thomas' Waldweinstube
- 4.3 (23)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrHistorical and promising hike in Deidesheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. This charming tour leads through vines and along beautiful hiking trails to the Eckkopf. You can park at the Waldschänke forest car park. There are places to stop for refreshments along the route. Highlights of the tour: - Michael's Chapel - corner head - Walberghütte at the Turner Memorial - Forest tavern - Palatinate view
- 4.8 (15)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried circular hike in the Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate. This round northwest of Deidesheim can be started either from the Sensental car park or from the car park in Burgstraße (Wachenheim). In some places it is quite steep uphill to the Eckkopf, from whose 25 m high lookout tower you have great views of the Palatinate Forest and the surrounding vineyards. In part you hike here on the Palatinate Wine Trail and on the last few kilometers the route is identical to the German Wine...
- 4.7 (10)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 4 of the Palatinate Wine Trail, which begins in Deidesheim and ends in Neustadt an der Weinstraße. The trail passes vineyards, the Klausen Chapel and the wine village of Königsbach. It climbs through the Gimmeldinger Valley up to the summit of the Weinbiet, with its viewing tower and the Weinbiethaus, before descending past the Bergstein natural monument and the Wolfsburg ruins to Neustadt. Accommodation is available in guesthouses and hotels in the villages; wild...
- 4.8 (18)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest near Deidesheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads west of Deidesheim through the beautiful Palatinate Forest and, in addition to the usual flora and fauna of the nature park, also offers panoramic views of the region. It starts from the Mühltal hiking car park. From there the path leads steadily uphill through the forest to the Stabenberg and the Stabenbergwarte from where you can enjoy a great view. From there it goes downhill and quite...
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a varied round through the Middle Palatinate Forest. After a first ascent to the Kirchberg, head in the direction of the Eckkopf with the tower of the same name (fantastic views!). Following the babbling Weinbach it then goes through the Martental back to the starting point. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Eckkopf mit Eckkopfturm - Michael's...
- 4.1 (5)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrWooded hiking trail in the heart of the Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate. This wonderful circular route starts at the "Alte Schanze" car park and leads along forest and woodland paths through wooded low mountain ranges to the Waldhaus Lambertskreuz restaurant. A stop off here is possible from Wednesday to Sunday. Palatinate home cooking and seasonal delicacies can be enjoyed here (see "Tips"). Highlights: - Stop off at the Waldhaus Lambertskreuz - Shady forest paths
- 4.5 (2)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful circular hiking trail near Deidesheim in Rhineland-Palatinate, From the hiking car park, it goes up past the Heidenlöcher to the Eckkopfturm. It is open on Sundays and public holidays. On the way back past the Waldheim back to the parking lot. Highlights of the tour: - Hellholes - Eve in the Garden of Paradise - Kirchberg - Eckkopf (516 m) - Moosbach - Michael's Chapel
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Deidesheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Deidesheim is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 4: Deidesheim - Neustadt a. d. Weinstraße. This trail is estimated to be 12.2 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Deidesheim?
Deidesheim: With an ascent of 2,152 ft, Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 4: Deidesheim - Neustadt a. d. Weinstraße has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Benjental and Teufelsfelsen with 1,666 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Deidesheim?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Deidesheim is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 4: Deidesheim - Neustadt a. d. Weinstraße with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.