Best trails near Spaltblock
4.5(113 reviews)
Want to check out Spaltblock 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 Spaltblock are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (37)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hike Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This almost 10 km long hike begins at the Roemersteine car park. It can be a bit crowded right next to the Felsenmeer, especially on weekends and when the weather is nice. Another highlight is the bird nature trail, which is looked after by the Reichenbacher bird conservationists. Highlights of the hike: - Felsenmeer ("Sea of rocks") - Felsberg nature reserve near Reichenbach - Bird trail
- 4.7 (32)·Moderate·2.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. The Great Sea of Rocks near Lautertal is one of the most popular excursion destinations in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park. There is a lot to discover here, especially for families; the unique stone landscape consisting of mighty boulders is a real adventure playground. Highlights of the hike: - familyfriendly - Great sea of rocks - Owl Tower - Eat at the Koboldklause (seasonal, note opening times)
- 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
- 4.6 (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
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·26.1 miBased on its classic model in ancient Greece, the run is a straight-ahead marathon and therefore unique in Germany. It leads in a north-south direction from the northernmost municipality of the Darmstadt-Dieburg district to the southern border in the Odenwald, crosses this and ends a few kilometers further south at one of the most popular excursion points in the Hessian Odenwald.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Spaltblock?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Spaltblock. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Spaltblock?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Spaltblock is Lautertal-Staffel: L1 Felsenmeer-Rundweg, which has a 4.5 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 5.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,207 ft.
What is the longest trail near Spaltblock?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Spaltblock is Nord-Süd-Marathon. This trail is estimated to be 26.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Spaltblock?
Spaltblock: With an ascent of 5,196 ft, Heppenheim nach Seeheim-Jugendheim has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Nibelungensteig Stage 1: Zwingenberg - Lindenfels with 4,550 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Spaltblock?
The most popular and difficult trail near Spaltblock is Felsenmeer – Melibokus – Riesenstuhl with a 4.5-star rating from 15 reviews.
