Best trails near Ohlyturm
4.4(52 reviews)
Want to check out Ohlyturm from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ohlyturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (15)·Hard·9.5 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis spectacular route leads through the front Odenwald and connects two of the most famous landmarks in the Bergstraße region. The trail opens up the famous Felsenmeer near Lautertal-Reichenbach and leads up to the Melibokus (517 m), the highest mountain on the Hessian Bergstraße. The route is a challenging mix of steep forest trails, historic paved paths, and the granite boulders of the Felsenmeer. A central highlight is the ascent through the huge rock formations, past Roman structures...
- 4.7 (13)·Hard·17.8 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrForest and culture-rich stretch of the Nibelungensteig, Hesse. This is the first stage of the "Nibelungensteig" long-distance hiking trail. Breathtaking mountain ranges, idyllic valleys and wonderful viewpoints characterize this hike, the starting point of which can be reached by train and bus. Highlights of the hike: - Historic old town of Zwingenberg - Mountain Church - Local museum - Summit of Melibokus - View of the Rhine plain - Felsenmeer ("Sea of rocks") - Lindenfels Castle - Dragon...
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. A nice loop in the Odenwald Felsenmeer with start and finish in Reichenbach. Most hikers will need between 2 and 2.5 hours to complete this route. Highlights of the hike: - 18 rock seas made of granite, gneiss and quartz diorite blocks - Felsberg nature reserve - Riesenstuhl ("giants` chair) - Koboldklause
- 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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ohlyturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ohlyturm is Felsenmeer – Melibokus – Riesenstuhl, which has a 4.5 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 9.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,798 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ohlyturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ohlyturm is Lorsch, Felsenberg, Fürstenlager. This trail is estimated to be 19.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ohlyturm?
Ohlyturm: With an ascent of 4,550 ft, Nibelungensteig Stage 1: Zwingenberg - Lindenfels has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Schloss Auerbach - Kirchberghäuschen - Felsenmeer with 3,618 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ohlyturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ohlyturm is Felsenmeer – Melibokus – Riesenstuhl with a 4.5-star rating from 15 reviews.
