Best walking trails in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park
The Neckertal-Odenwald Nature Park is characterized by colourful forests, steep slopes, wide fields and red sandstone. Many fascinating landscape elements can be discovered here on foot, by bike or in a canoe.
In addition to the beautiful, varied landscape, there are also many cultural and culinary highlights to discover in the nature park.
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- 4.7 (335)·Easy·1.9 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular, multifaceted walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to its proximity to Heidelberg, nature and the city can be enjoyed at the same time on the Philosopher´s Walk. The warm climate in this area, which is untypical for Germany, allows all kinds of exotic plants to grow: Japanese mistletoe, Spanish broom, Portuguese cherries, everything blooms a few weeks earlier on this path than in the valley. The path leads along the southern part of the Heiligenberg, on the banks of the...
- 4.7 (155)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular city hike in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful city walk takes you past many of Heidelberg's most famous sights. The hike also convinces with great views over the Neckar and up to the Michelsberg. There are countless places to stop. Highlights of the hike: - Theodor Heuss Bridge - Old town Heidelberg - Philosopher's path with philosopher's garden - View from the snake path - Old bridge - Heidelberger Castle - Church of the Holy Spirit
- 4.2 (37)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed walk in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The towpath runs along the north bank of the Neckar in Heidelberg. Here it goes along the foot of the Heiligenberg. Since this mountain is subject to unique climatic conditions, the temperature here averages 1.5 degrees warmer than in the city area. From here, there is a beautiful view of Heidelberg's old town on the other side of the Neckar. To make a loop out of this route, the Philosopher's Path on the mountain's southern slope can be hiked...
- 4.4 (27)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPicturesque, natural hiking trail in the Neckar Valley-Odenwald, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Starting in a well-tended park, this route leads to the Wendthaus. You hike on natural paths through the idyllic forest landscape and are rewarded with great views. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape - Nice prospects
- 4.6 (26)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This loop trail leads hikers from Hemsbach to the beautiful Schafhof-Teufelsloch nature reserve. The natural landscapes in the protected area are very typical of the Bergstrasse Odenwald: meadow orchards, dry grassland, wet meadows and stream meadows characterize the area. A stop at the Waldner Tower is recommended to enjoy the views of the Odenwald and the western Rhine plain. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.4 (11)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Stadtpark Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route is one of the many beautiful routes in the Heidelberg city forest. The route can begin and end at the "Königsstuhl" information point. Passing the 568 m high Königsstuhl, it goes through the forest to the Felsenmeer. After visiting this exciting accumulation of rocks, we go to the "Hohler Kästenbaum", where lovingly placed picnic benches invite you to linger. The way back leads along the Hohler...
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With the exception of a slightly longer uphill section, this is a very leisurely forest loop south of Heidelberg. It starts at the bus stop or at the "Drei Eichen" car park. At the Leopoldsteinhuette, which invites you to take a sheltered break even in bad weather, you walk on the Posseltsweg to the Hubertus Felsen. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest trails - Leopoldsteinhuette - Hubertus Rock - Shelter...
- 4.0 (16)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This hiking trail circles the Steinberg between Ursenbach and Oberflockenbach over a short distance. About half of the route runs through the forest. The rest of the way meanders through fields and meadows. Highlights of the hike: - Steinberg - Ursenbacher height - idyllic country lanes
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. Thanks to the favorable climate and weather conditions, numerous foreign tree species such as giant sequoias or Chilean Andean firs thrive in the forest between Weinheim and Gorxheim, which is known as the "exotic forest". After the hike on the Weinheimer Rundweg 3, a detour to the nearby castle park is worthwhile. Highlights of the hike: - exotic tree species - numerous information boards - nice...
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Hesse. From Neckarsteinach train station you walk up to the Dilsberg mountain fortress. Great views of the Neckar sweeten the sometimes strenuous ascent. Highlights of the hike: - views into the Neckar Valley - Dilsberg mountain fortress - St. Bartholomew Church
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Where is the best trail for walking in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is Heidelberg Philosopher´s Walk, which has a 4.7 star rating from 335 reviews. This trail is 1.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 341 ft.
What is the longest walking trail in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is Small tour around Epfenbach (2). This trail is estimated to be 6.0 mi long.
How many walking trails are in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
There are 41 walking trails in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 750 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park?
Rundwanderweg Weinheim Raubschloss 3: Exotenwald-Weg has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 862 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rund um Waldhilsbach, which has 830 ft of elevation gain.
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