Best backpacking trails in Mainz
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Mainz 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 (3)·Hard·107 mi·Est. 24 hr+Stage 1 of the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle route. The first day tour of the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle route is no picnic with almost 170km and should be started early enough. It goes from Mainz along the Rhine to the south. On mostly asphalt and flat roads, you pass well-known cities such as Worms, Mannheim and Speyer to the stage destination in Neuburg am Rhein. Highlights: - Mainz: Gutenberg Museum, Mainz Cathedral - Mannheim: Luisenpark, baroque palace - Speyer: Technology Museum, Cathedral
- 2.6 (2)·Hard·48 mi·Est. 17.5–19 hrWonderful bike route on the banks of the Rhine near Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate Along the beautiful course of the Rhine, this route leads from the city center of Mainz to Bingen and offers beautiful river views as well as the opportunity to cross the ferry at Bingen Highlights: - Ride a bike on the river - Ferry crossing at Bingen - level guidance
- Hard·654 mi·Est. 24 hr+Diverse long-distance cycle path around Rhineland-Palatinate. From Mainz this long-distance cycle path takes you back to the starting point in Mainz in 9 day stages along the border of Rhineland-Palatinate. The cycle path, which is marked throughout, predominantly follows existing themed routes and thus has many special cultural and scenic sights to offer. Highlights: - Mainz: Gutenberg Museum, Mainz Cathedral - Palatinate Forest - Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park - Hunsrück-Hochwald National...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Mainz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Mainz is Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute (Radfernweg) [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 654.0 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Mainz?
Mainz: With an ascent of 69,730 ft, Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute Etappe 1: Mainz - Neuburg am Rhein with 8,566 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Mainz?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Mainz is Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute Etappe 1: Mainz - Neuburg am Rhein with a 4.2-star rating from 3 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Malakoff Caponier
- Kurfürstliches Schloss
- Holzturm
- Zitadelle
- Erthaler Hof
- Roman Theatre
- Roman Theatre Archaeological Site
- Dreigemarkborn
- Laubenheimer Polderblick
- Bernhardsborn
- Dagoberttor
- Templar Gate
- Weintor
- Fischtor
- Holztor
- Fort Weisenau
- Einlassbauwerk Polder Bodenheim/Laubenheim
- Wiegehäuschen
- Am Steinbruch
- Am Steinbruch