Best trails near Schauenburg
4.4(198 reviews)
Want to check out Schauenburg from the trail? Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schauenburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (107)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrInteresting, 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...
- 4.4 (44)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrGreat BMX route that leads through the forest of the Dresden heath. Starting near the Kurpfalzblick and the ray castle, the route leads to several vantage points, the quarry Vatter to the white stone. Sometimes you drive parallel to small rivers and pass some old fountains.
- 4.5 (38)·Hard·12.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrCultural-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...
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Vineyards, forest, fantastic views and a castle ruin worth seeing - a lot of variety is guaranteed on this loop trail. The route is marked with a white 1 in a half-open circle with a white "Do" above it. Highlights of the hike: - Vineyards - Panoramic view Leference quarry - Castle ruins of Schauenberg - Three Oaks Fountain
- 4.4 (2)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is the 8th stage of the Burgensteig Bergstraße, a long-distance hiking trail on the edge of the Odenwald. This specific section begins in Schriesheim and ends in Dossenheim. The trail leads through mixed forests and vineyards to the massive Schriesheim quarry and the Schauenburg ruins, which offer sweeping views across the Rhine Valley all the way to the Palatinate Forest. Hikers cross the ridge of the Ölberg before descending into the village. Overnight accommodations are...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schauenburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schauenburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schauenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schauenburg is Dossenheim 3 Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 107 reviews. This trail is 6.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,456 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schauenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schauenburg is Dossenheim, Weißer Stein, and Thingstätte. This trail is estimated to be 12.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schauenburg?
Schauenburg: With an ascent of 2,421 ft, Dossenheim, Weißer Stein, and Thingstätte has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Schriesheim nach Heidelberg über Burgenweg Bergstrasse with 1,624 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schauenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schauenburg is Dossenheim, Weißer Stein, and Thingstätte with a 4.5-star rating from 38 reviews.