Best trails near Herberg
4.2(103 reviews)
Want to check out Herberg from the trail? Good news: 13 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping 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 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Herberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·20.8 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrHiking trail rich in castles in the German-French border area near Schönau, Rhineland-Palatinate This route is a certified premium hiking trail. It starts in Schönau and leads to several old castle ruins in Germany and France. There are eight ruins in total and many interesting rock formations to discover. Often narrow paths, it goes up and down through the beautiful natural landscape, several times close to impressive rock formations with the typical colors and weathered shapes of the...
- 4.6 (18)·Hard·13.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrHiking trail rich in castles in the German-French border region near Nothweiler, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads across the Franco-German border, through the Dahner Felsenwand, in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park and through the Parc Naturel de Vosges du Nord. As the name suggests, the castle hike leads to seven castles, all of which bear witness to the Middle Ages in the 12th and 13th centuries. But it's not just these highlights that make the tour so special - the varied...
- 4.6 (14)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 8–9 hrCross-border hike between Palatinate and Alsace, Rhineland-Palatinate. This popular hiking trail on the German-French border in the Dahner Felsenland leads to 7 castles. These are testimonies of the Middle Ages from the 12th century. The landscape also offers picturesque views over the hilly landscape of the Palatinate Forest. The start is on the German side in Schönau. There are several parking spaces and you can also travel there by bus. It first goes past Brackenberg and Sindelsberg to...
- 4.7 (17)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis beautiful hike in the Regional Natural Park of the Northern Vosges starts from Obersteinbach in the Bas-Rhin. The path mainly in the forest evolves on the foothills of Maimont. The path climbs to the Château du Wasigenstein. Built on a rocky outcrop the ruins of the castle rise in the vegetation and the site can be visited. You will then take the direction of the Kindelsweiher ponds and then reach the Col de Florenberg. Along the way you will have very beautiful views of the reliefs of...
- 4.8 (7)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrEmbark on a medieval adventure deep in the forest, starting from Obersteinbach, as you follow this beautiful, rolling trail that takes you on a journey to discover fascinating pink sandstone giants. Your hike begins in the cool shade of a majestic forest of beech and Scots pine trees before revealing the impressive ruins of Wasigenstein Castle, split into two rocky outcrops by a narrow fissure and made famous by the medieval epic poem, the Legend of Walther. Continuing along these pleasant...
- 4.1 (7)·Hard·9.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried loop in the Northern Vosges, Rhineland-Palatinate. The loop begins in Schönau and leads past the Königsweiher pond into the forest. It goes up and down along forest paths to Blumenstein Castle and a short, steep section further on to Opferschale. After great views, the next descent to Wasigenstein Castle awaits. This is the ruin of a medieval rock castle. It owes its name to the rock on which it stands, the Wasigenstein, a double castle consisting of the castles Groß-Wasigenstein and...
- 4.8 (7)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrCircuit in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Northern Vosges located in the border zone between France and Germany. Starting from the hill of Judenhuebel (340m), with the castle of Lutzelhardt, the first part of the loop is done on the German side. Return to France via Maimont and the castles of Wasigenstein and Petit-Arnsberg.
- 4.1 (3)·Hard·12.7 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail around Gebüg, Rhineland-Palatinate This hiking trail runs from Gebüg through the hilly countryside to Ludwigswinkel. There are a number of abandoned castles and castle ruins along the route. The hiking trail runs almost exclusively through forest areas. Highlights: - hilly forest paths - Hiking at the Sägmühlweiher - lost castle at Lindelskopf
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Herberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Herberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Herberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Herberg is German-French Castle Trail, which has a 4.5 star rating from 24 reviews. This trail is 20.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 5,085 ft.
What is the longest trail near Herberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Herberg is Hauenstein - Erfweiler - Dahn. This trail is estimated to be 38.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Herberg?
Herberg: With an ascent of 6,397 ft, Hauenstein - Erfweiler - Dahn has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is German-French Castle Trail with 5,085 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Herberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Herberg is German-French Castle Trail with a 4.5-star rating from 24 reviews.