Best trails near Grube Maria
4.8(16 reviews)
Want to check out Grube Maria from the trail? Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Grube Maria are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.9 (13)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrpromising Theme trail through the Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate This circular route definitely scores with its numerous wonderful views of the Beutelfels, the Löwenbergs-Strasse and Hohenfels Castle, which can be visited as an option. The themed trail owes its name to two mighty ore veins that provided plenty of iron over the course of many years. You embark on a mining history hike and encounter more than 2000 years of mining history in the forests around Imsbach. Right from the start at...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·15.9 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrThis route climbs from Dannenfels to the summit of the Donnersberg, the highest peak in the Palatinate. Dense forests of beech and oak cover the slopes, passing stands of sweet chestnut trees. The path leads to the Ludwigsturm, a stone tower built in the 19th century, and the Königsstuhl rhyolite rock formation. Sections follow the Celtic ring wall, a massive fortification from an ancient settlement. The course serves as the route for the annual Donnersberg Trail run.
- 4.4 (2)·Hard·10.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrStage 1 of the "Pfälzer Höhenweg" long-distance hiking trail, Rhineland-Palatinate. The certified Palatinate High Trail quality trail begins in the tranquil town of Winnweiler. Even the first stage promises a lot of variety. Great views of the surrounding hilly landscape open up from the summit of the Kreuzberg. In the further course of the hike one learns a lot about the settlement and industrial history of the region; A farming educational trail, a mining village and a Celtic village...
- Hard·27.2 mi·Est. 12–13.5 hrLong road bike tour from Gölheim. This long road bike tour is a classic endurance challenge around the Donnersberg, the highest mountain in the entire Palatinate. The route is almost entirely asphalted and takes road bike enthusiasts on a challenging tour from Göllheim. A very hilly profile, culminating in the significant, long climb to the summit of the Donnersberg can be expected. The difficulty is solely due to the considerable elevation gain and the distance, which requires excellent...
- Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route invites a walk through thick beech and oak forests on the Donnersberg. On the forest floor, wild berries and typical local plants can often be discovered, while birds of prey circle in the sky above. The ground here is made of reddish porphyry rock in many places, which gives the path a unique color. In the cooler wooded sections, guests find a quiet escape and might even spot roe deer with a bit of luck. Since the paths can be a little slippery after rain, shoes with good tread...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Grube Maria?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Grube Maria is Eisenweg, which has a 4.9 star rating from 13 reviews. This trail is 3.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 853 ft.
What is the longest trail near Grube Maria?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Grube Maria is Winnweiler über Imsbach und Donnersberg. This trail is estimated to be 30.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Grube Maria?
Grube Maria: With an ascent of 6,650 ft, Winnweiler über Imsbach und Donnersberg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Auf den Donnersberg with 4,639 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Grube Maria?
The most popular and difficult trail near Grube Maria is Donnersberg Trail - Dannenfels with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.