Best trails near Hinterer Winschertkopf
4.5(31 reviews)
Want to check out Hinterer Winschertkopf from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hinterer Winschertkopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (10)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrForested hiking trail east of Merzalben in Rhineland-Palatinate Starting in the east of Merzalben, this route runs on shady forest paths through the unique natural landscape of the Palatinate Forest. The Luitpold Tower, when open, offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area. Highlights: - Idyllic forest paths of the Palatinate Forest - View from the Luitpold Tower - Hiking at the Wartenbach
- 4.1 (11)·Moderate·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrShort walk on the Wunschertsfels near Merzalben in Rhineland-Palatinate This short walk leads on shady forest paths to the Wunschertfels and the Winschertköpf and is ideal as a short Sunday walk from Merzalben. Highlights: - View from the Winschertfels - Forest paths on a hillside
- 4.7 (3)·Hard·14 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrStage 6 of the "Palatinate Forest Path" long-distance hiking trail, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the sixth stage of the certified quality path "Palatinate Forest Path", which leads from Kaiserslautern through the Palatinate Forest to the German Wine Gate in Schweigen-Rechtenbach. The longest stage of the long-distance hiking trail, which is also considered to be quite demanding, starts in Merzalben and ends in Hauenstein. Walking past castles and ruins, it goes high up to the Weißenberg,...
- 4.1 (4)·Hard·12.8 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This circular hiking trail runs through the heart of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park. Due to the distance of the hike you should be physically fit. Sturdy shoes are also an advantage. Great views far beyond the Palatinate Forest can be enjoyed, for example, from the Luitpold Tower on the Weißenberg. The almost 35 m high observation tower was inaugurated in 1909. Highlights of the hike: - Mühlenberg -...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·25.9 mi·Est. 11.5–13 hrPanoramic circular route near Hauenstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. This great cycle route leads from Hauenstein in a northwesterly direction through the Palatinate Forest. The route goes along idyllic forest paths that offer shade to the 521 meter high Winschertfels. A magnificent view of the region and the surrounding mountains awaits you there. The route goes back to Hauenstein via Hinterweidenthal. The villages of Hinterweidenthal and Hermersbergerhof are passed where there are...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Hinterer Winschertkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hinterer Winschertkopf is Luitpoldturmrunde, which has a 4.5 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 10.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,833 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hinterer Winschertkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hinterer Winschertkopf is Winschberg. This trail is estimated to be 25.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hinterer Winschertkopf?
Hinterer Winschertkopf: With an ascent of 3,920 ft, Winschberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Pfälzer Waldpfad Etappe 6: Merzalben - Hauenstein with 2,381 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hinterer Winschertkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hinterer Winschertkopf is Luitpoldturmrunde with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.
Top sights in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve
Explore in the Merzalben area
Points of interest
- Ritterstein 54 Schäferei
- Burg Gräfenstein
- Luitpoldturm
- Ritterstein 70 "Prinzregent Luitpold"
- Winschertfels
- Schloßberg
- Auf der Wasserschöpf
- Kieneckfelsen
- Hinterer Winschertkopf
- Weißenberg
- Kreuzweg
- Jagdfelsen
- Hubertusfelsen
- Dreibrunnental
- Husarenfelsen
- Schmaler Hals
- Kufenberg
- Imsenkopf
- Ritterstein 71 "Am Holländerklotz"
- AltrebQuelle