Best trails near Roter Turm
4.3(26 reviews)
Want to check out Roter Turm 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Roter Turm 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...
- 4.0 (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 Roter Turm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Roter Turm 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 Roter Turm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Roter Turm is Weinlagenwanderung (2019). This trail is estimated to be 11.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Roter Turm?
Roter Turm: With an ascent of 2,109 ft, Weinlagenwanderung (2019) 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 Roter Turm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Roter Turm is Burgensteig Bergstraße Stage 3: Bensheim-Auerbach - Heppenheim with a 4.0-star rating from 8 reviews.
