Best waterfall trails in Idar-Oberstein
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Idar-Oberstein 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
- 4.4 (4)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 13 of the certified Saar-Hunsrück-Steig premium trail, connecting Idar-Oberstein with the picturesque village of Herrstein on a demanding and rugged section. The overall distance and numerous steep climbs make this hike a true athletic challenge. Right at the start in Idar-Oberstein, the famous Felsenkirche (Church of the Rock), spectacularly built directly into a cliff face, serves as an iconic highlight. After leaving the gemstone town, the trail follows natural...
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·36.1 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hr3rd stage of the Nahe cycle path from Idar-Oberstein to Kirn This day's stage begins in the idyllic Idar-Oberstein and continues along the course of the Nahe river. The route then runs in a north-easterly direction to Kirn. The signposting of the stage corresponds to that of the long-distance cycle path and shows a bicycle and the text "Radweg Nahe" on a yellow background. Highlights: - Visit to the Gemstone Museum in Idar-Oberstein - Detour to the Nahe Skywalk and the Kirner Dolomites -...
- 1.0 (1)·Moderate·35.8 mi·Est. 16.5–18 hrA varied bike tour in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate Nice loop on partly unpaved stretches from Weierbach to Fischbach, Niederhosenbach, Sulzbach, Hellertshausen, Asbach, Schauren, Kempfeld, Herborn, Veitsrodt, Regulshausen and Georg-Weierbach. The route can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the tour: - beautiful views - Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park - Detour to the wildlife reserve Wildenburg (optional)
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Idar-Oberstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Idar-Oberstein is Idar Oberstein Rennradstrecke. This trail is estimated to be 36.1 mi long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Idar-Oberstein?
Idar-Oberstein: With an ascent of 5,853 ft, Nationalpark Hunsrück-Hochwald und Sulzbach ab Fischbach-Weierbach has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Idar Oberstein Rennradstrecke with 5,160 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Idar-Oberstein?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Idar-Oberstein is Saar-Hunsrück-Steig Etappe 13: Idar-Oberstein - Herrstein with a 4.4-star rating from 4 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Krechelsfels
- Hoppstätter Achatschleife
- Nahepanorama
- Götzplatz
- Schloss Oberstein
- Schloss Oberstein
- Burg Bosselstein
- Felsenkirche
- Ehemaliges Freibad
- Struth-Felsen
- Weiherschleife
- St. Barbara Stollen
- Wasserfall Fischbach
- Ballenberg
- Staumauer Kammerwoog
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Weiherschleife Idar-Oberstein
- Edelsteinkreisel
- TuS Tiefenstein
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Oberstein
- Edelsteinmine Steinkaulenberg