Best trails near Ölberg
4.4(64 reviews)
Want to check out Ölberg from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ölberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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 (10)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This is a varied loop trail that starts near the ruins of Strahlenburg in the Odenwald. You walk around the Schriesheim quarry, which is part of the Oelberg nature reserve. Since the quarry was shut down in 1967, nature has reclaimed the landscape and many rare animal and plant species can be found here today. Highlights of the hike: - Radiant castle - Stop for refreshments in Schriesheim - Schriesheim quarry -...
- 4.6 (4)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrA varied hike in the Odenwald from Schriesheim to Heidelberg. Duration: approx. 5 hours Highlights of the hike: - Weinstadt Schriesheim with its historic Strahlenburg - Possibility to stop at the Weißer Stein inn - historic Michaelskloster on the Heidelberger Heiligenberg - Bismark column - Old town of Heidelberg
- 4.7 (5)·Moderate·4.7 miDemanding running event in the Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. The 9.6 miles long version of the Strahlenburg trail starts at the car park at the Strahlenburg. The popular trail running event leads over forest roads as well as natural paths. There is not much time to warm up: the run includes an ascent to the highest point of the route right at the start. All details about the "engelhorn sport King of the Hill Race" are available from the organizer (see...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrThis route is stage 7 of the Burgensteig Bergstraße, a long-distance trail along the edge of the Odenwald. This specific section starts in Hirschberg-Großsachsen and ends in Schriesheim. The path leads through vineyards and mixed forests past the Hirschburg ruins and the Schanzenköpfle to the impressive Strahlenburg Castle. Hikers enjoy panoramic views across the Rhine plain to the Palatinate Forest. Overnight stays are available at hotels and guesthouses in Großsachsen or Schriesheim; wild...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ölberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ölberg is Zum Weißen Stein, which has a 4.4 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 3.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 725 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ölberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ölberg is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 7: Hirschberg-Großsachsen - Schriesheim. This trail is estimated to be 10.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ölberg?
Ölberg: With an ascent of 2,306 ft, Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 7: Hirschberg-Großsachsen - Schriesheim has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Schriesheim nach Heidelberg über Weißer Stein with 2,043 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ölberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ölberg is Von Schriesheim nach Heidelberg über Weißer Stein with a 4.6-star rating from 4 reviews.
