Best camping trails in Mainz

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Explore the most popular camping 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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#1 - Bridge Tour Mainz
4.6 (203)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Popular 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...
#2 - Main Riverbank: Castle Park - Customs Harbor - Castle Park
4.7 (15)·Moderate·14.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
#3 - Upper bridge tour
3.8 (30)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Popular 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
#4 - Schloss Biebrich (Palace) - Schierstein Hafen
4.3 (20)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
#5 - Odenwaldklub HW61 Rheinauenweg
Hard·13.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest camping trail in Mainz?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest camping trail in Mainz is Main Riverbank: Castle Park - Customs Harbor - Castle Park. This trail is estimated to be 14.9 mi long.

Which camping trail has the most elevation gain in Mainz?

Mainz: With an ascent of 990 ft, Odenwaldklub HW61 Rheinauenweg has the most elevation gain of all of the camping trails in the area. The next highest ascent for camping trails is Main Riverbank: Castle Park - Customs Harbor - Castle Park with 961 ft of elevation gain.