Best beach trails in Mainz
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- 4.6 (203)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop over three of the most famous bridges in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads over three of the most famous bridges in Mainz: Theodor Hüss (North Bridge), Kostheimer Bridge and South Bridge. This mostly level path leads along the Rhine and the Main. The Main flows into the Rhine at the Mainspitze. Along the way you pass the Maaraue outdoor pool with its huge sunbathing areas and the raftsmen's museum in the Schönborn bastion. Numerous places to stop for refreshments...
- 4.3 (26)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort walk on the banks of the Rhine near Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate The walking route runs along the beautiful Mainz River, with the southern section offering the opportunity to visit the city center of Mainz. Highlights: - Nice view of the Rhine - Electoral palace in Mainz - Detour to the old town of Mainz
- 3.8 (30)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a shortened version of the popular Mainzer Drei-Bridge-Weg. From the "Mainz Roman Theater" train station, you always walk or jog along the Rhine. History buffs can visit Gustavsburg Castle Park, where some remains of the 17th-century Swedish Fortress can be found. Highlights of the hike: - Rhine - Roman Theater Mainz (optional) - Relics of the Swedish Fortress Gustavsburg
- 3.7 (10)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed walk along the Rhine, Rhineland-Palatinate. This loop trail always follows the Rhine, starting in Mainz-Neustadt. The Rhine is crossed at the Kaiser Bridge and you walk past the Rhine meadows to the Theodor-Heuss Bridge. Here it is worth making a short detour to the Castellum Museum, a small local history museum in a historic fortress, before walking back to the car park at Goetheplatz. Highlights of the walk: - Rhine - Petersaue - Detour to the old town of Mainz - Castellum...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Mainz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Mainz is Von Mainz nach Bad Vielbel. This trail is estimated to be 16.9 mi long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Mainz?
Mainz: With an ascent of 1,292 ft, Von Mainz nach Bad Vielbel has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Odenwaldklub HW61 Rheinauenweg with 990 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult beach trail in Mainz?
The most popular and difficult beach trail in Mainz is Odenwaldklub HW61 Rheinauenweg with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.
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- 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
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