Best trails near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
3.6(11 reviews)
Want to check out Naturfreundehaus Elmstein 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. Explore Naturfreundehaus Elmstein from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (2)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrCharming circular hike from the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. The hike begins at the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein and leads through the hilly landscape of the Palatinate Forest. From the starting point, head in the direction of Esthal, where you can stop for refreshments. From Esthal it goes on forest paths along the gold fountain and the thick oak to Elmstein. From Elmstein it's finally back to the starting point. Highlights: - Idyllic forest paths - Gold Fountain - Thick oak
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried circular hiking trail through the Elmstein Valley in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park. The hike from Elmstein to Breitenstein can easily be combined with a one-time trip on the historical museum train "Kuckucksbähnel". Highlights of the hike: - Möllbach pond - deer rock - Naturfreundehaus Harzofen - Wolf Canyon Hut - Breitenstein Castle --- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park from Elmstein to the Friends of Nature House. The short, family-friendly hike starts at the Kuckucksbähnel terminus in Elmstein and leads through the forest to the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein in Harzhofen, where you can comfortably stop off. The way back is through the forest past several viewpoints. --- Accessible by bus and train
- 3.5 (2)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop hike in the middle of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park from Elmstein. The short round, which is also suitable for running, starts at the Kuckucksbähnel terminus in Elmstein and leads through the forest to Harzhofen, where the Naturfreundehaus Elmstein with a place to stop is located. The way back leads back to the starting point via paved paths. --- Accessible by bus and train
- 1.0 (1)·Easy·27.8 mi·Est. 11.5–13 hr44km route of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park bike tours from Neustadt an der Weinstraße. Like the other Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTFs, the 44 route leads from Neustadt via Lambrecht and Esthal to Elmstein. There it turns around and follows the Speyerbach via Breitenstein to Sattelmühle, where it meets the initial route again. ---- Accessible by bus and train
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein is Pfaelzer Wald, which has a 5.0 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 25.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 4,586 ft.
What is the longest trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route. This trail is estimated to be 27.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein: With an ascent of 4,586 ft, Pfaelzer Wald has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route with 3,343 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Naturfreundehaus Elmstein is Pfaelzer Wald with a 5.0-star rating from 4 reviews.
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- Burg Elmstein
- Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
- Ritterstein 107 "Wolfsgrube"
- Rehfels
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- Nibelungenfelsen
- Schindhübelturm
- Bloskülb
- Ritterstein 118 "Dicke Eiche 600 Schr."
- Ritterstein 120 "R. Jagdhaus Breitscheid"
- Ritterstein 96 "Ins Legeltal"
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- Ehrenfels
- Ritterstein 251 "Hecker-Brücke"
- Ruine Geiskopfhof
- Bierenberg
- Johannisquelle
- Emil-Haupt-Brunnen
- Schüllermannsbrunnen
- Legel-Berg