Best long trails in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald

Interesting, varied loop in the Odenwald, Baden-Württemberg. This loop offers a number of highlights and plenty of variety. The start is at the parking lot at the end of the "Oberer Burggarten" path, very close to the bus stop "Oberer/Unterer Burggarten". There are also a few other parking options along the way through the town. The old quarry and the ruins of Schauenburg Castle are on the way. This was built at the beginning of the 12th century by the "noblemen of Schauenburg". There are...

This route follows stage 1 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Heidelberg and ending in Neckargemünd. Right after the start, the trail ascends the Himmelsleiter, the historic sandstone steps leading up to the Königstuhl, which is the highest point of this stage. Afterwards, the route continues past the rocky scenery of the Felsenmeer and reaches the managed Neckarriedkopfhütte. Beyond that, the city forest opens up into a vast green woodland before the climb to the...

Popular loop trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This is a great forest hike just outside Heidelberg. The starting point of the route is near Heidelberg Castle. You hike around the Koenigstuhl and the Gaisberg over a distance of almost 12 km. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelberger Castle - Gaisberg - Koenigstuhl (King's chair) - Leopoldstein - Arboretum

Popular, varied route near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The climb to Königstuhl starts behind the cemetery (bus arrival possible and parking available). In Königsstuhl, of course, the climb is rewarded with magnificent views. Afterwards, the steep descent to Heidelberg begins - via the Valerieweg it goes down to the Neckar River. On the opposite side of the Neckar, the route leads as a small round over a beautiful serpentine trail until it finally goes towards the starting...

Scenic loop in the Geo Nature Park in Heidelberg. The start is in the cozy village-like Handschuhsheim in Heidelberg. There are occasional parking spaces here, but traveling by public transport is a little more relaxed thanks to the good connections. It goes to the well-known Fuchsrondell with its famous view of beautiful Heidelberg. The trail continues on forest paths to the historic St. Michael Monastery. There is a place to stop for refreshments and a toilet along the way. Highlights: -...

Challenging loop trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. With more than 30 km and numerous ascents and descents, this hiking or jogging tour is demanding, but a nice challenge for well-trained athletes. It starts directly in Heidelberg, where you can also stop for refreshments after the tour. After crossing the Neckar, it goes up and down through the panoramic mountain ranges and romantic valleys of the Odenwald - including the Michelsberg, the Heiligenberg and of...

Cultural-historical, picturesque loop in the Dossenheim region, Baden-Württemberg. The Dossenheim, Weißer Stein, and Thingstätte route takes you to the Weißen Stein, a high mountain in the Odenwald. There is the Weiße-Stein tower, which at 23 meters high offers a fabulous view. Along the route is the Heidelberger Thingstätte, an open-air stage on the Heiligenberg, which was built during the National Socialist period on the model of ancient Greek theaters and used for propaganda purposes. The...

This route is stage 3 of the Neckarsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Neckarsteinach and ending in Hirschhorn. The trail runs through beautiful mixed forests, passing the historic Mittelburg and the ruins of Hinterburg Castle before ascending a steep path toward the Goetheblick viewpoint. Along the way, hikers encounter cultural landmarks like the Rote Bild and the Freischärlergrab before finishing at the well-preserved Hirschhorn Castle. Overnight stays are accommodated in local...

Popular, panoramic loop near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is easy to reach Heidelberg-Altstadt railway station by S-Bahn. The route gradually climbs up through the forest to the Königstuhl with its inn and falconry. The marvellous view of Heidelberg, the Rhine Valley and the Odenwald can be enjoyed from here. The steps of the "Himmelsleiter" ("ladder to heaven") lead downhill to Heidelberg's beautiful Old Town. It is possible to take the mountain railway to the castle or back to the Old...