Best trails near Schiffenberg
3.6(27 reviews)
Want to check out Schiffenberg from the trail? Good news: 6 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. Explore Schiffenberg from one of 3 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schiffenberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (19)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop near Giessen, Hesse. This beautiful, easy loop starts at the Schiffenberg monastery and leads from there through the forest and along forest edges. The route is ideal for families with children. The Schiffenberg Monastery restaurant invites to stop for a bite to eat. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Schiffenberg Monastery - nice place to stop for refreshments
- Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk near Pohlheim, Hesse. This short route leads around the Schiffenberg monastery, which is located on Giessen's local mountain "Schiffenberg". There is a restaurant right by the monastery complex. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Schiffenberg monastery
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Schiffenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schiffenberg is Schiffenberg Monastery, which has a 4.3 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 2.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 331 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schiffenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schiffenberg is Watzenborn Loop. This trail is estimated to be 12.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schiffenberg?
Schiffenberg: With an ascent of 1,463 ft, Watzenborn Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Schiffenberg Monastery - Muehlberg - Giessener Bergwerkswald with 1,269 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schiffenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schiffenberg is Watzenborn Loop with a 4.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
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Attractions
Points of interest
- Schwanenteich
- Lahnfenster
- Kloster Schiffenberg
- Schiffenberg
- Gaststätte Badenburg Ritterkeller
- Badenburg
- Bootsrutsche
- Kletterwald
- Bismarckturm Gießen
- Wasserspielplatz
- Wissenschaftsgärten
- INGE - Initiative für nachhaltigen Gartenbau und Ernährungssouveranität
- Mühlberg
- Männerbadeverein Gießen
- Bund der Natur- und Sonnenfreunde Giessen