Best trails near Elbertsberg
4.6(17 reviews)
Want to check out Elbertsberg from the trail? Good news: 3 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Elbertsberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (12)·Hard·11.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVogelberg extra tour This route is a certified premium hiking trail. The circular route leads over the meadows of the Vogelsberg, past picturesque lakes and historical boundary stones. There are also some beautiful rock formations to discover along the route, but the pretty views and the Vogelsberg village of Lanzenhain are more likely to be remembered.
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·14.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrA scenic section of the route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse Stage 5 of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg hiking trail is the most demanding of the six sections and combines fascinating cultural sights with unforgettable natural moments. You get to the Totenköppel near Meiches, a former cult site of the Chatti and past the beautiful Schalksbach ponds from the 19th century, which are home to dragonflies, great crested grebes and rare aquatic plants. It goes over meadows and fields and you...
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrA varied hike in the Vogelsberg volcanic region, Hesse. Following the Lauter and the Eisenbach, you leave Lauterbach in a southerly direction. Although you cross some pretty wooded areas, the route mainly takes you through open landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - Schalksbachteiche nature reserve - Eisenbach Castle (short detour) - Lauterbach - Herbstein
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Elbertsberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Elbertsberg is FelsenTour, which has a 4.6 star rating from 12 reviews. This trail is 11.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,440 ft.
What is the longest trail near Elbertsberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Elbertsberg is Vulkanring Vogelsberg Stage 5: Herbstein - Ulrichstein. This trail is estimated to be 14.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Elbertsberg?
Elbertsberg: With an ascent of 2,437 ft, Vulkanring Vogelsberg Stage 5: Herbstein - Ulrichstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is FelsenTour with 1,440 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Elbertsberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Elbertsberg is FelsenTour with a 4.6-star rating from 12 reviews.
