Best trails near Ludwigsturm
4.2(45 reviews)
Want to check out Ludwigsturm 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 Ludwigsturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (20)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis popular circular route leads from the southern outskirts of Darmstadt up into the wooded foothills of the Odenwald. The path explores the recreational area surrounding the Ludwigshöhe and follows a diverse mixture of wide forestry tracks, shaded forest trails, and paved viewpoints. A central highlight is the historic Ludwig Tower, whose observation platform offers a spectacular panoramic view over the Rhine Plain, the Taunus mountains, and the Frankfurt skyline. Most of the time teh...
- 4.7 (12)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hike in the UNESCO Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This hike, which can be reached by public transport, starts in Eberstadt. As the name of the route suggests, it goes around and over seven hills, including the Herrgottsberg and the Prinzenberg, to the Rosenhoehe Park in Darmstadt. Highlights of the hike: - Darmstadt - Ludwigshoehe - Prinzenberg - Dommerberg - Bismarck Tower - Eberstadt
- 3.5 (6)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hike in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This beautiful hike leads from Darmstadt to Eberstadt over several hills from which marvellous views can be enjoyed. Forest, fields and town alternate along the way. There is a refreshment stop at the start and finish of the hike. Highlights of the hike: - St. Martin's Chapel on the Herrgottsberg - Ludwigshöhe with viewing tower - Goethe pond - Wilbrandshöhe - Moldau - Prinzenberg
- 3.9 (7)·Moderate·20.6 mi·Est. 8–9 hrVaried MTB tour in the Geo-Natupark Bergstraße-Odenwald, Hesse. This exciting tour in the forest near Darmstadt surprises above all with its many springs. The route passes 13 of them. However, a good physical condition for this route is necessary, as there are a few inclines. The route ends on the Ludwigshöhe with a fantastic view over Darmstadt to Frankfurt and the Taunus. Highlights of the hike: - thirteen fountains - Ludwigshöhe - Views over Darmstadt and the Taunus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ludwigsturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ludwigsturm is Darmstadt Circular Hiking Trail 1: Ludwigshöhen Trail, which has a 4.7 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 672 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ludwigsturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ludwigsturm is 13 Fountains: Darmstadt - Roßdorf - Ober-Ramstadt. This trail is estimated to be 20.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ludwigsturm?
Ludwigsturm: With an ascent of 2,047 ft, 13 Fountains: Darmstadt - Roßdorf - Ober-Ramstadt has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Seven Hill Trail with 1,138 ft of elevation gain.
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