Best trails near Karlstein
4.2(157 reviews)
Want to check out Karlstein from the trail? Good news: 19 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. Explore Karlstein from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 17 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Karlstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (75)·Hard·16.5 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Heidschnuckenweg, a long-distance trail through northern Germany, starting in Hamburg-Fischbek and ending in Buchholz in der Nordheide. The segment traverses the scenic Fischbeker Heide, characterized by rolling heather landscapes, pine forests, and glacial valleys. Hikers pass the Fischbeker Segelflugplatz for wide views toward the Elbe before crossing the border into Lower Saxony. The path leads through the dense mixed forests of the Harburg Hills, past the...
- 4.3 (21)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour in the beech forests in the Rosengarten nature reserve, Lower Saxony. A fantastic MTB tour, well signposted and suitable for both beginners and experienced mountain bikers. It goes over forest roads and some single trails with longer downhill parts. Highlights of the tour: - varied trails - beech forests in the rose garden nautre reserve - Karlstein - Schulenburg oak - Großmoddereiche - great downhill trails
- 4.6 (10)·Moderate·13.2 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular hike in the beech forests in the rose garden nature reserve, Lower Saxony. A beautiful hike through the beech forests in the rose garden. The loop is also suitable for horse riding. Highlights of the hike: - Stuvenwald - State Forest Rosengarten - Hardesbuettel desert - Detour to Huelsenberg (optional)
- 4.5 (9)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike in the nature reserve beech forests in the rose garden, Lower Saxony. The hike begins at the parking lot near the Karlstein. You walk through the heart of the nature reserve in the direction of Sottorf and from there over the Oheweg back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Karlstein - Grossmodder Oak - Paul-Roth-Stein
- 4.4 (8)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the nature reserve beech forests in the rose garden, Lower Saxony. This nice hike through the dense forests of the rose garden is almost 10 km long. On the way you pass the Karlstein, an impressive boulder from the Ice Age. Highlights of the hike: - Karlstein - beautiful forest paths - NSG beech forests in the rose garden
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike near Rosengarten, Lower Saxony. The start of this hike is the hiking car park on the Kiekeberg. From here it goes through the picturesque nature reserve beech forests in the rose garden. The route can be ended at the car park on Rosengartenstrasse or you can simply walk back to the car. Highlights of the hike: - Beech forests nature reserve in the rose garden - Großmodder oak - City view observation tower - Visit to the open-air museum on the Kiekeberg (optional)
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the nature reserve beech forests in the rose garden, Lower Saxony. The name suggests it: This route leads over or past four elevations in the beech forests in the rose garden nature reserve. Many idyllic forest paths complete the hiking experience. Highlights of the hike: - beech forests in the rose garden nature reserve - Karlstein - Stuvenwald - Huelsenberg
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Karlstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Karlstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, 5 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Karlstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Karlstein is Heidschnuckenweg Stage 1: Fischbek - Buchholz in der Nordheide, which has a 4.3 star rating from 75 reviews. This trail is 16.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,912 ft.
What is the longest trail near Karlstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Karlstein is Von Finkenwerder nach Buchholz. This trail is estimated to be 38.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Karlstein?
Karlstein: With an ascent of 4,219 ft, 1. RUHM - Rosengarten-ULTRA Heide Marathon 31.10.2021 has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kreuz und Quer durch den Staatsforst Rosengarten with 4,156 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Karlstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Karlstein is Heidschnuckenweg Stage 1: Fischbek - Buchholz in der Nordheide with a 4.3-star rating from 75 reviews.
