Best trails near Stäffelsbergturm
4.4(52 reviews)
Want to check out Stäffelsbergturm 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Stäffelsbergturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (24)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly theme trail on the southern Wine Route. The circular route starts in the romantic wine village of Dörrenbach and leads through the picturesque town center to the Stäffelsberg, passing 7 stations with well-known fairy tale characters. Frog King, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Sterntaler, Hansel and Gretel, Tischlein Deck Dich and Rapunzel were all designed by regional artists. Highlights of the hike: - medieval town center of Dörrenbach - 7 fairy tale characters - Observation...
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCertified, fantastic quality hiking trail near Dörrenbach, Rhineland-Palatinate. The name says it all on the fairytale hiking trail: on 9.6 kilometers you will encounter many characters from Grimm's fairy tales, designed by artists from the region. The hiking trail is therefore ideal for families with children. It goes through magnificent mixed forests, along idyllic half-timbered houses and to the castle fountain. A detour to the Guttenberg castle ruins is worthwhile. Highlights of the...
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hiking trail on the Southern Wine Route around Dörrenbach. Dörrenbach, the "Sleeping Beauty of the Palatinate", is a romantic wine village with old half-timbered houses and a medieval fortified church. The Path of Views leads from the town center across blooming meadows, quiet forests and vineyards to the most beautiful vantage points. Highlights of the hike: - Kolmerberg Chapel - Stäffelsberg tower --- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.4 (5)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Palatinate Wine Trail, a long-distance trail starting in Bad Bergzabern and ending in Schweigen-Rechtenbach. The path runs through the Dörrenbach fairy tale forest, passing timber-framed houses, the historic fortified church, and the Kolmerbergkapelle. It climbs the Stäffelsberg observation tower and passes the Guttenberg Castle ruins before finishing at the German Wine Gate. Overnight stays are available in local guesthouses and hotels in the towns; wild...
- Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr4th stage of the chapel pilgrimage route, Rhineland-Palatinate. This stage leads from Schweigen back to Bad Bergzabern. Along the edge of the Haard, the route leads back into the Palatinate Forest, where the ruins of the Staufer imperial castle of Guttenberg soon await. This is the highest point of the tour, which is why there is a great view over the Mundatwald forest and the Rhine plain. The Stäffelsberg tower also offers great views. The trail continues to the Kolmerberg chapel - a...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Stäffelsbergturm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Stäffelsbergturm. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Stäffelsbergturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Stäffelsbergturm is Brothers Grimm Fairy Tale Trail, which has a 4.5 star rating from 24 reviews. This trail is 3.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 728 ft.
What is the longest trail near Stäffelsbergturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Stäffelsbergturm is Guttenberg Castle - Staffelberg Tower. This trail is estimated to be 13.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Stäffelsbergturm?
Stäffelsbergturm: With an ascent of 2,568 ft, Guttenberg Castle - Staffelberg Tower has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Chapel Pilgrimage Route Stage 04: Schweigen-Rechtenbach - Bad Bergzabern with 1,935 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Stäffelsbergturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Stäffelsbergturm is Palatinate Wine Trail Stage 11: Bad Bergzabern - Schweigen-Rechtenbach with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.
