Best trails near Heidelstein
4.5(53 reviews)
Want to check out Heidelstein from the trail? Good news: 13 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping 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 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Heidelstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (19)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrClose-to-nature premium hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This extra tour, characterized by a lot of peace and seclusion, has its starting point at the Moordorf parking lot. From there, the tour leads once through the Rotes Moor nature reserve, which is part of the Rhön UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, on well-signposted boardwalks and paths. The tour is marked with a red "R" on a white background. The entire tour around the largest raised bog in Hesse shines with solitude and...
- 4.1 (5)·Hard·34.2 mi·Est. 16.5–18.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park This demanding MTB tour leads to four peaks of the Rhön. A good level of fitness is required as there are many climbs to be mastered. There are rest and refreshment opportunities. Highlights of the tour: - Sky Dunk Mountain - Kreuzberg - Heidelstein - Wasserkuppe - Red Moor
- 4.3 (13)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Bavarian Rhoen Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike in the Langen Rhoen leads to the Heidelstein, which is visible from afar thanks to its transmitter mast. The source of the Ulster is located on the north-western slope of the almost 1,000 m high summit. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelstein - Kesselrain nature reserve - beautiful views over the Bavarian Rhoen
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·31.6 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hrStarting in the air cure resort of Wüstensachsen, the Buchoniarundweg explores the core of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön. The route is marked by a black "B" logo and is best split into two or three daily stages, with regional inns and guesthouses providing overnight stops along the way. Walking across the open plateau of the Lange Rhön, hikers encounter natural highlights like the Schafstein basalt boulder field, the quiet boardwalks of the Schwarzes Moor, and the cascading Eisgraben...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·36.7 mi·Est. 18–20 hrVaried bike tour in the Bavarian Rhoen Nature Park, Bavaria. This tour can be started, for example, in Sondernau or in Wuestensachsen. Several nature reserves, including the Stirnberg near Wuestensachsen nature reserve and the Lange Rhoen nature reserve, line the path. Highlights of the bike tour: - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein - Long Rhoen nature reserve
- 4.2 (2)·Moderate·9.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrWooded circular hiking trail in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park near Oberelsbach. The beautiful circular hike leads from the Schornhecke over the Heidelstein to the Holzberghof, where there are refreshments, and back over the Hohe Dalle. -------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------ Reachable by bus and train (Schornhecke car park / bus stop)
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·19.5 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrA tour that leads partly over the Hochrhönstraße, which is characterized by a pleasant height profile in an otherwise hilly landscape. In the nature reserve Schwarzes Moor it is recommended to take a short break, leave your bicycles and explore the Bohlensteg on foot.
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·13.8 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPremium hiking trail and section of the Hochrhöner (east route) It goes through forests and across wide fields in the nature reserve Lange Rhön. In the Black Moor you can take a circular plank path and enjoy the unique landscape in peace. At the height of the Red Moor, the certified premium hiking trail is divided into an east and a west route. If you want to follow the west route, stick to the Kuppenrhön routes, the Lange-Rhön routes lead to the east. Highlights: - Schwedenwall from the 30...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Heidelstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Heidelstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Heidelstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Heidelstein is Rotes Moor, which has a 4.1 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 11.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,050 ft.
What is the longest trail near Heidelstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Heidelstein is Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein. This trail is estimated to be 36.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Heidelstein?
Heidelstein: With an ascent of 6,998 ft, Sondernau - Wasserkuppe - Heidelstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rhöner Extrem Wanderevent with 6,597 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Heidelstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Heidelstein is Rotes Moor with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.
