Best trails near Gaisberg
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Want to check out Gaisberg from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Gaisberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (35)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.5 (44)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hike in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This route, which is suitable for running or hiking, leads from the bus stop at Friedrich-Ebert-Platz via the Gaisberg to the Koenigstuhl. Those who prefer a leisurely walk into the valley can take the cable car up the Koenigstuhl and then enjoy the 4 km long descent. Highlights of the hike: - Koenigstuhl - Blockhaus - Sprunghaus - Gaisberg tower - Rondelle - Riesenstein
- 4.5 (25)·Hard·9.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried loop near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful loop in the south-western Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park runs through the forest throughout. The starting point is at the parking lot near the Klingenteich Falls, which can be visited optionally. The beautiful loop runs around Königstuh & Gaisberg via Leopoldstein and the Ehrenfriedho. The Bierhelderhof invites to take a leisurely break. Highlights of the hike: - Ameisenbuckel - View of the Königstuhl - Klingenteich...
- 4.5 (22)·Hard·26.5 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrPopular hiking event near Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. This is the official route of the 42 km long Heidelberg Mammutmarsch from 2022. From Dossenheim, the route leads through Heidelberg, the Neckar Valley and to the Königstuhl. All the latest information can be found on the organiser's website (see tips). If the route is discovered with a little more time, numerous sights can be visited. The start is at the Schauenburghalle car park. Dossenheim Süd railway station is nearby, making it...
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis scenic trail connects the historic Old Town of Heidelberg with the forested summit of the Königstuhl mountain in the Odenwald range. Starting near the Neckar River, the path climbs past the famous red sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle and continues upward through shaded mixed woodlands. Open viewpoints along the ridge offer panoramic vistas across the valley below. Hikers can choose to climb the entire route on foot or ride the historic funicular railway to shorten the ascent. Lush...
- 4.1 (3)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hike to the Gaisberg Tower in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The Gaisberg Tower in Heidelberg is a monument that stands at the transition from the small plateau of the high Gaisberg to the north-western slope. It starts in Gaisbergstrasse at the parking lot. From there, shady forest paths lead up to the tower and back along the same route. Highlights: - beautiful views
- 3.2 (5)·Moderate·26.9 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrVaried mountain bike tour near Heidelberg, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Over a distance of a good 42 km, this MTB route leads through the wooded mountain ranges between Heidelberg and the Kuemmelbacher Hof. If you don't want to drive too much in Heidelberg, you can start the tour at the Heidelberg Weststadt/Suedstadt stop. Highlights of the hike: - Gaisberg - Rhododendron grove - King's chair - Sea of rocks - Capercaillie head - Heidelberg old town
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Gaisberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Gaisberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Gaisberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Gaisberg is Heidelberg Castle - Königstuhl Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 35 reviews. This trail is 7.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,614 ft.
What is the longest trail near Gaisberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Gaisberg is Heidelberg - Koenigsstuhl - Auerhahnenkopf - Kuemmelbacher Hof. This trail is estimated to be 26.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Gaisberg?
Gaisberg: With an ascent of 6,174 ft, Heidelberg - Koenigsstuhl - Auerhahnenkopf - Kuemmelbacher Hof has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Mammutmarsch Heidelberg 2022 - 42 km with 4,347 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Gaisberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Gaisberg is Heidelberg - Königstuhl - Ameisenbuckel with a 4.5-star rating from 25 reviews.
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