Best backpacking trails in Kaub
4.6(104 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Kaub 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
- 4.6 (100)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows stage 16 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Kaub and ends in Lorch. Starting in Kaub, famous for the Pfalzgrafenstein toll castle, the trail ascends into the densely forested hills of the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Hikers cross the state border from Rhineland-Palatinate into Hesse, entering the historic Freistaat Flaschenhals area. The path features the Wirbellay viewpoint and the Clemenskapelle, navigating a brief cable-secured rocky section that can...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Kaub?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Kaub is Rheinsteig Stage 16: Kaub to Lorch. This trail is estimated to be 8.6 mi long.
