Best short trails in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald

Popular, 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...

Exciting route with great views near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This short route has it all: more than 1200 steps made of natural stone are mastered here on the ascent to the Königstuhl. Once at the top, the fantastic view rewards the effort. The route lives up to its name. Highlights of the route: - Views over Heidelberg and the castle - Idyllic panorama

Historic loop in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful walk, the highlight of which is the Fürstenlager, built in 1790. The former summer residence of the Grand Dukes of Hesse-Darmstadt invites to stroll around with its stately buildings and parks. There are free car parks in Bachgasse and public bathrooms. There are also several bathrooms and places to stop for refreshments along the way. It is possible to take the bus from "Bensheim Auerbach" station to the...

Popular loop in Baden-Württemberg. A great loop for the whole family - it leads through the gorge along the Flursbach stream, which has cut its way through the red sandstone over the years. Along the way, ten stations explain interesting facts about the formation of the rocks. The trail starts at Neckargerach railway station, making it easy to travel by public transport. Highlights: - wild and romantic gorge - beautiful views - Ten information stations

Popular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. The Great Sea of Rocks near Lautertal is one of the most popular excursion destinations in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park. There is a lot to discover here, especially for families; the unique stone landscape consisting of mighty boulders is a real adventure playground. Highlights of the hike: - familyfriendly - Great sea of rocks - Owl Tower - Eat at the Koboldklause (seasonal, note opening times)

Picturesque, 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

Family-friendly walk in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Tannenberg castle ruins are located on a 200 m high Odenwald spur east of Seeheim. This route leads to the Tannenberg and to the still imposing ruins, which were built by Kuno von Muenzenberg around 1210 and later expanded by his son Ulrich into a well-fortified medieval castle and the seat of the Seeheim office. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Ruins of Tannenberg Castle - great views over the Odenwald

Relaxed 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...

Varied, popular circular route in Erbach, Hesse. This scenic route takes you around the Marbach reservoir. Here you have many recreational and leisure opportunities, such as swimming, boating, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and hiking. Highlights: - Great views over the dam - Native fish species - Parking facilities - Arrival by bus possible

Family-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