Best trails near Bismarckturm Bensheim
4.5(20 reviews)
Want to check out Bismarckturm Bensheim from the trail? Good news: 4 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Bismarckturm Bensheim are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (8)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Burgensteig Bergstraße, a long-distance trail along the edge of the Odenwald. This specific section starts in Auerbach (Bensheim) and ends in Heppenheim. The path leads through lush vineyards and mixed forests, passing the Fürstenlager State Park and the Kirchberg heights, offering panoramic views across the Rhine plain to the Vosges mountains. Overnight stays are available at hotels and guesthouses in Auerbach or Heppenheim; wild camping is prohibited in the...
- 4.6 (3)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic circular route to the Hemsberg, Hesse There is a car park and a bus stop at the starting point on Gronauer Straße. A stretch through the village of Zell leads this beautiful route up to the 262 m high Hemsberg. There you can enjoy the magnificent view from the Bismarck Tower. The way back is easy to walk across fields and meadows. Caution: The first part leads along a busy road. Highlights: - Bismarck Tower - Hemsberg - great view
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Bismarckturm Bensheim?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Bismarckturm Bensheim is Bensheim nach Schönberg über dem Kirchberg, which has a 4.4 star rating from 8 reviews. This trail is 8.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,591 ft.
What is the longest trail near Bismarckturm Bensheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Bismarckturm Bensheim is Heiligenberg - Hemsberg - Waldweg. This trail is estimated to be 23.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Bismarckturm Bensheim?
Bismarckturm Bensheim: With an ascent of 4,199 ft, Heiligenberg - Hemsberg - Waldweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 3: Bensheim-Auerbach - Heppenheim with 1,955 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Bismarckturm Bensheim?
The most popular and difficult trail near Bismarckturm Bensheim is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 3: Bensheim-Auerbach - Heppenheim with a 4.0-star rating from 8 reviews.
