Best trails near Schatztruhe
4.3(128 reviews)
Want to check out Schatztruhe from the trail? Good news: 11 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 10 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schatztruhe are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.8 (55)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried adventure hiking trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. The Auerbacher Schlossweg, marked with the A1 hiking sign, enchants with a variety of attractions, dense forests and wonderful views. After the first ascent to Auerbach Castle, you can take a breather by visiting the cultural monument. You can also enjoy great views of the Melibokus and the Bergstrasse from here. Another beautiful vantage point during the first half of the hike is the Hermann Schaefer Oak. The...
- 4.7 (27)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–7 hrPopular loop in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This hike to Auerbach Castle is an insider tip in the region. With a fantastic view of the surrounding area, the route leads from Zwingenberg to the Melibokus, the highest mountain on the Bergstrasse in southern Hesse. Most of the route leads through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - Auerbach Castle - Zwingenberg Old Castle - Zwingenberg old town - Melikbokus - Great views
- 4.8 (7)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrDemanding MTB loop near in the Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. The starting point is the Fuerstenlager in Bensheim. The Muehlbacher gravel road leads to the Hochstädter Marmorit plant. From here you cycle steadily uphill to Auerbach Castle, where you finally follow a forest path downhill to the Zwingenberg quarry. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful view of the Upper Rhine Plain - varied trails - Restaurants
- 4.8 (7)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is stage 2 of the Burgensteig Bergstraße, a long-distance trail along the edge of the Odenwald. This specific section starts in Seeheim-Jugenheim and ends in Bensheim-Auerbach. The path leads through dense forests to the ruins of Alsbach Castle and Auerbach Castle, both offering grand views across the Rhine plain. The route follows forest trails through the Melibokus region, combining cultural heritage with natural beauty. Overnight stays are available at guesthouses and hotels in...
- 4.0 (9)·Hard·12.7 mi·Est. 6–7 hrPopular loop trail in the UNESCO Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. The hike starts at the Bensheim-Auerbach train station (for those arriving by car: Fuerstenlager car park), from where it goes to the Fuerstenlager State Park, which was built between 1787 and 1795 by Landgrave Ludwig X of Hesse-Darmstadt. At the "Ada's Buka" garden bar, follow the signs for the Nibelungensteig and soon you will reach the Ohly Tower. Here it goes downhill into the Balkhaustal and then slightly...
- 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
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·18.1 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrPopular bike tour in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This almost 30 km long bike tour through the western Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald can be started in Lorsch, Bensheim or Zwingenberg. In addition to the nice towns, there are also scenic places such as the Erlache nature reserve near Bensheim. Highlights of the bike tour: - Lorsch - Bensheim - Zwingenberg - Melibokus - Valley of the Weschnitz
- Hard·11.8 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 3 of the Alemannenweg and connects Lautertal with Zwingenberg. From Lautertal, the trail ascends Felsberg through the famous Felsenmeer granite boulders and continues into Staatspark Fürstenlager with its historic landscape garden. Hikers pass Auerbach before tackling steep climbs to Auerbach Castle and the summit of Melibokus, where an observation tower offers sweeping views of the Rhine Plain. A final descent leads into the historic town of Zwingenberg. Overnight...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schatztruhe?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schatztruhe. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schatztruhe?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schatztruhe is Auerbacher Schlossweg, which has a 4.8 star rating from 55 reviews. This trail is 4.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 987 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schatztruhe?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schatztruhe is Schloss Auerbach - Kirchberghäuschen - Felsenmeer. This trail is estimated to be 18.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schatztruhe?
Schatztruhe: 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 Lorsch - Melibokus - Zwingenberg with 2,414 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schatztruhe?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schatztruhe is Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus with a 4.7-star rating from 27 reviews.
