Best trails near Burg Stahleck
4.6(261 reviews)
Want to check out Burg Stahleck from the trail? Good news: 6 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burg Stahleck are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (60)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrScenic hiking trail along the river Rhine near Bacharach in Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads east of the Rhine from Bacharach via Nauheim into the surrounding valleys. Due to its location on the Rhine, the area is heavily influenced by viticulture. From the starting point, the hike begins with an ascent on dirt roads. Beautiful views accompany the ascent. Through forest and meadow it goes dominantly forward. At the end of the round awaits the historical highlight of the tour - the...
- 4.6 (47)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort circular route from Bacherach to Stahleck Castle in Rhineland-Palatinate The route runs from Bacharach train station up to Stahleck Castle and along the course of the Münzbach. The route is easily accessible by bus and train. Highlights: - View of the course of the Rhine - Stahleck Castle - beautiful wine-growing areas
- 4.5 (54)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Rheinburgenweg, a long-distance trail starting in Oberwesel and ending in Bacharach. The path climbs past the Elfenlay to Burg Schönburg and traverses a vineyard-lined plateau featuring the Skulpturenpark and Flaggenwiese viewpoint before descending via the Stadtmauerpfad into Bacharach's historic old town near Burg Stahleck. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in the towns; wild camping is prohibited on this route. Reliable drinking...
- 4.6 (48)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis premium hiking trail is part of the RheinBurgenWeg circular tours. Those who like the typical feeling of the Rhine Valley will get their money's worth here. Bacharach itself is a pearl that is certainly worth it even without the tour. And it is a great beginning and an equally fine end for a tour, which initially demands something, but is rewarded with impressive pictures and keeps a high level of impressions. The variety of old town, Rhine, vineyards, forest and meadow paths, climbs,...
- 4.7 (30)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried loop in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate Vineyards, forests, panoramic views of the Rhine, castle ruins - it's hard to find more variety than on this circular walk. The starting point of the hike is the train station in Bacharach (accessible by bus and train). From here, the route leads up into the woods south of Steeg, along the Borbach stream and back through the picturesque slopes of the St. Jost, Lennenborn and Posten vineyards. There are refreshment stops in...
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route is stage 12 of the Rheinburgenweg, a long-distance trail starting in Bacharach and ending in Trechtingshausen. The path climbs through the Binger Wald, passing the Fürstenberg and Hohneck castle ruins, and leads to the Siebenburgenblick observation tower, which overlooks Burg Sooneck and several other historical fortresses. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in the towns; wild camping is prohibited on this route. Reliable drinking water is found at businesses...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Burg Stahleck?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Burg Stahleck. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Burg Stahleck?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burg Stahleck is Bacharach Wine Trail, which has a 4.7 star rating from 60 reviews. This trail is 6.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,420 ft.
What is the longest trail near Burg Stahleck?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burg Stahleck is RheinBurgenWeg Stage 12: Bacharach - Trechtingshausen. This trail is estimated to be 12.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burg Stahleck?
Burg Stahleck: With an ascent of 2,588 ft, RheinBurgenWeg Stage 12: Bacharach - Trechtingshausen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Stahlberg Loop with 1,899 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Burg Stahleck?
The most popular and difficult trail near Burg Stahleck is RheinBurgenWeg Stage 12: Bacharach - Trechtingshausen with a 4.5-star rating from 24 reviews.