Best trails near Herzberg
4.3(104 reviews)
Want to check out Herzberg from the trail? Good news: 8 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 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Herzberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike starts at the car park right next to Saalburg Fort. It goes up the Herzberg with its viewing tower. The way back leads along the Limes adventure trail, where all kinds of things about the imposing Roman border fortifications can be learned, which are particularly well preserved here in the Taunus. After the hike, it is of course worth visiting the fort. Guided tours can be booked here and there are refreshment stops on the...
- 4.7 (20)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This beautiful hike starts at the Saalburg car park. Before or after the hike, a visit to the museum in the reconstructed Roman fort (admission charge applies) is definitely worth the time! At the weekend, activities such as archery and bread baking take place around the Saalburg. Particularly beautiful views of the Spessart and the Frankfurt skyline can be enjoyed from the Herzberg tower. The Limes with the small fort of Heidenstock is also...
- 4.5 (9)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A direct route over the Willy-Maaß-Weg from the historic fort to the Herzberg observation tower. There is a restaurant on the Herzberg Highlight of the hike: - Saalburg Roman fort - Herzberg with observation tower - beautiful forest paths
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route starts at the Saalburg Roman fort, which is worth a visit on its own. Overall, this is a very leisurely hike, the inclines on the elevation profile often look worse than they are in reality. In addition to many interesting relics from Roman times, there are also some nice places to stop for a break for hikers. Highlights of the hike: - Saalburg Roman fort - Herzberg Tower - NSG Marmorstein - Limes - rock formations
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistorical circular hiking trail near Homburg von der Höhe, Hesse This easy loop is a real treat for all hikers interested in history. The route starts at the parking lot of the Saalburg Roman fort on the UNESCO Limes World Heritage Site in the Taunus. After the hike, it is worth making a detour to the Saalburg Museum located here, where you can admire many interesting relics from Roman times and learn interesting facts about the Roman emperors and the former border of the Roman Empire that...
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistorical hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. In the footsteps of the ancient Romans, follow the Limes path up to the Herzberg. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Bladehead Path - blade head - Limes adventure trail - Oakhead - Rosskopf - Rosskopfweg - Herzberg - Limes tower - Parking available
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Herzberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Herzberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Herzberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Herzberg is Kastell Saalburg - Herzberg, which has a 4.5 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 4.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 905 ft.
What is the longest trail near Herzberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Herzberg is Hohemark zu Saalburg. This trail is estimated to be 10.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Herzberg?
Herzberg: With an ascent of 1,853 ft, Hohemark zu Saalburg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kastell Saalburg - Herzberg - Oberhain with 1,391 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Herzberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Herzberg is Hohemark zu Saalburg with a 4.8-star rating from 14 reviews.