Best trails near Hospizgarten
4.4(35 reviews)
Want to check out Hospizgarten from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hospizgarten 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 (5)·Moderate·18.8 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrPopular bike or mountain bike tour in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This is a route full of highlights. From Auerbach Castle you bike over the Melibokus to the sea of rocks and past several observation towers. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Auerbach Castle - Kirchberghaeuschen - beautiful views - Ohly tower - Sea of rocks - Lookout tower on the Melibokus
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried loop trail near Bensheim, Hesse This hike starts at the train station in Bensheim, from where it goes via Elmshausen to Auerbach and back to the starting point. Forest and field paths alternate so that you never get bored. There are also some great viewpoints and nice restaurants along the way. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful views - vineyards - Bensheim - Nature trail "Hohlwege-Lehrpfad" - Schoenberger Cross - State Park Fuerstenlager near Auerbach - Zedernblick viewpoint
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Bensheimer Rundweg 1 leads from the valley of the Lauter into the forested areas and vineyards north-east of Bensheim. The highest point of the route is on the Kirchberg, which gives the trail its name. The Bensheimer Kirchberg is above all known as a first-class Riesling-growing area. Highlights of the hike: - Kirchberg - Lauter - Bensheim city forest - Vineyards
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Hospizgarten?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hospizgarten 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 Hospizgarten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hospizgarten is Schloss Auerbach - Kirchberghäuschen - Felsenmeer. This trail is estimated to be 18.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hospizgarten?
Hospizgarten: With an ascent of 3,618 ft, Schloss Auerbach - Kirchberghäuschen - Felsenmeer has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Felsenmeer-Kirchberghäuschen-Bensheim with 2,700 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hospizgarten?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hospizgarten is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 3: Bensheim-Auerbach - Heppenheim with a 4.0-star rating from 8 reviews.
