Best trails near Hochstein
4.6(58 reviews)
Want to check out Hochstein 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hochstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.4 (37)·Hard·11.8 mi·Est. 6–7 hrCertified premium hiking trail around Dahn in Rhineland-Palatinate. This certified premium hiking trail leads through the typical scenic and cultural-historical facets of Dahner Felsenland. The route follows idyllic paths past sandstone formations, castles and vantage points. Bubbling streams and small ponds are also located along the route and provide variety. The route leads over the Hochstein rock massif to the largest castle complex in the Palatinate, the Alt-Dahn-Grafendahn-Tanstein...
- 4.5 (8)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrStage 1 of the long-distance hiking trail "Felsenland Sagenweg", Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the first stage of the certified premium hiking trail "Felsenland Sagenweg", which leads from Dahn to Bärenbach through the Palatinate Forest. Already on this section, which connects Dahn and Erfweiler, you can expect a lot of variety; it goes past the Jungfernsprung rock, the alleged scene of a legend about the ominous encounter between a maiden and a fiend, through a picturesque nature reserve...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hike near Dahn, Rhineland-Palatinate. This short hike leads along the eastern part of the Dahn loop to the Altdahn castle group in the Palatinate Forest, with several impressive viewpoints and the Altdahn castle group along the way. The loop is also suitable for children.
- 4.4 (9)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Palatinate Forest-Northern Vosges Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Hochstein in the Dahner Felsenland is particularly popular with climbers. But there is also a lot to discover when hiking: From the Burgenmassiv Altdahn car park, you walk through the heart of the Dahner Felsenland and enjoy great views of the Hochstein. Highlights of the hike: - Hochstein (345 m above sea level) - dense forest - Views over the Palatinate Forest - Dahn honorary cemetery
- 4.6 (3)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrStage 8 of the "Palatinate Forest Path" long-distance hiking trail, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the eighth stage of the certified quality path "Palatinate Forest Path", which leads through the Palatinate Forest from Kaiserslautern to the German Wine Gate in Schweigen-Rechtenbach. Shortly after the start in Dahn, the first impressive rock massif awaits, the Hochstein. In general, the hike captivates with numerous imposing rock formations and castle ruins at least as impressive. There are...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Hochstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hochstein is Dahner Loop, which has a 4.4 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 11.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,454 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hochstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hochstein is Dahner Loop. This trail is estimated to be 11.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hochstein?
Hochstein: With an ascent of 2,454 ft, Dahner Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Pfälzer Waldpfad Etappe 8: Dahn - Erlenbach with 2,201 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hochstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hochstein is Dahner Loop with a 4.4-star rating from 37 reviews.
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