Best trails near Maulkuppe
4.5(87 reviews)
Want to check out Maulkuppe from the trail? Good news: 8 trails will get you there, including camping and hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Maulkuppe from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Maulkuppe are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.8 (42)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular certified premium hiking trail in the Rhön, Hesse. This route is an archaeological nature trail located in the core zone of the UNESCO Rhön Biosphere Reserve. The trail is characterized by open meadow passages, offers magnificent views into the "land of the open distance" and leads along exciting rock formations. It takes hikers into the exciting history of the Rhön. Magnificent views, rock formations, idyllic waters and gastronomy make the trail an all-round great...
- 4.8 (15)·Hard·10.1 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic loop in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. Unique rock formations await on this route, including basalt rocks and scree slopes. The beautiful Rhön shows its best side here and offers nature lovers wonderful views over the surrounding landscape. There are many highlights on this eventful route - above all the Milseburg, known as the pearl of the Rhön, a unique phonolite stone wall, and the 200 m long basalt rock "Teufelsstein". Refreshments are possible on the way. Highlights of...
- 4.2 (8)·Easy·1.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrArtful hike in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Hesse. A unique hike that is one of the most popular walking trails in the Rhön. Artists have created several sculptures here, which are exhibited along the way. The Tourist Information Centre in Poppenhausen (Wasserkuppe) has a brochure with explanations and more information about the works of art. There is a charming snack bar in Eselsbrunn and the "Fuldaer Haus" to stopp off at, so that breaks and refreshments are also taken care of. The start...
- 4.9 (6)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Hessian Rhoen Nature Park, Hesse. Shaped like an eight, the Rhoen loop trail 14 runs from Steinwand through forest and meadows. To the Maulkuppe you walk through open landscapes, along the stone wall through idyllic forest. Highlights of the hike: - Maulkuppe - Steinwand ("stone wall") - Idyllic forest and meadow landscapes
- 3.9 (3)·Hard·10.7 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThe hike around the beautiful Bieber Valley has many highlights (art and nature) and is very scenic and varied. About broad forest roads, narrow forest roads, and rocky climbing passages you climb the summits of Milseburg (835 m), Stellberg (728 m) and Weiherberg (786 m) and can enjoy the magnificent views over Fulda, Neuhof, Hünfeld and the whole Hessian and Thuringian Rhön. Sturdy shoes are definitely recommended! By public transport you can reach the villages Kleinsassen, Danzwiesen and...
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike in the Hessian Rhoen Nature Park, Hesse. The Milseburger Malerrundweg gives a vivid impression of the local art scene. The hike runs around or over the Ludwig-Wolker-Haus, the Stellberg, the Maulkuppel and the Sternskueppel. You can stop for refreshments at the Fuldaer Haus near the route. Highlights of the hike: - Poppenhausen Sculpture Path - beautiful views of the Biebertal - Malerdorf Kleinsassen with Pound Museum
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Maulkuppe?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Maulkuppe. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Maulkuppe?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Maulkuppe is Milseburg, which has a 4.8 star rating from 42 reviews. This trail is 7.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,961 ft.
What is the longest trail near Maulkuppe?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Maulkuppe is Rhöner Extrem Wanderevent. This trail is estimated to be 36.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Maulkuppe?
Maulkuppe: With an ascent of 6,597 ft, Rhöner Extrem Wanderevent has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Summits and Huts Around the Bieber Valley with 2,244 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Maulkuppe?
The most popular and difficult trail near Maulkuppe is Rhöner Extrem Wanderevent with a 4.6-star rating from 6 reviews.