Best trails near Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm
4.7(106 reviews)
Want to check out Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm 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 Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (54)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Rheinburgenweg, a long-distance trail starting in Oberwesel and ending in Bacharach. The path climbs past the Elfenlay to Burg Schönburg and traverses a vineyard-lined plateau featuring the Skulpturenpark and Flaggenwiese viewpoint before descending via the Stadtmauerpfad into Bacharach's historic old town near Burg Stahleck. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in the towns; wild camping is prohibited on this route. Reliable drinking...
- 4.7 (28)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route, part of the RheinBurgenWeg circular tours, is a certified premium hiking trail of a special kind. The steep rocky slopes of the picturesque Rhine Valley provide a dramatic backdrop and nature lovers can enjoy the view of the Oberbach side valley from the higher elevations. The diverse cultural and historical attractions along the way include, for example, the medieval town wall ensemble of Oberwesel and a wonderful view of the Schönburg. There are refreshment stops and the path...
- 4.3 (19)·Moderate·30.4 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hrStage 11 of the Rhine Cycle Route (D-Route 8). The eleventh day's stage of the Rhine Cycle Route leads from Bacharach to Koblenz through the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley, which is famous as the breakthrough valley of the Rhine. This fairytale-like section of the long-distance cycle path offers impressive castle ruins and the world-famous Loreley rock. Highlights: - Bacharach: Werner Chapel, Stahleck Castle - Castles cat and mouse - Loreley rocks - Liebenstein Castle and...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful hike along the Rhine in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The start is right at Oberwesel railway station. The route first takes a short detour to the Turm Museum, then continues through the village to the banks of the Rhine. The destination is St. Goar, from here the journey can be continued by bus or a break can be taken in a café. Highlights: - Tower Museum at Schönburg Castle - Beautiful views of the Rhine
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·39 mi·Est. 14.5–15.5 hrStage 9 of the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle route. On the last stage of the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle route, it goes from Sankt Goarshausen along the Rhine past numerous vineyards via Bingen back to the starting point and thus also the final destination Mainz. The last section of the long-distance cycle path is pleasant to ride without significant gradients and follows the Rhine cycle path throughout. Highlights: - Loreley statue - Romantic castle Rheinstein - Drosselgasse in Rüdesheim
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm is RheinBurgenWeg Stage 11: Oberwesel - Bacharach, which has a 4.5 star rating from 54 reviews. This trail is 8.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,564 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm is Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute Etappe 9: Sankt Goarshausen - Mainz. This trail is estimated to be 39.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm?
Wehrturm / Schönburger Turm: With an ascent of 3,520 ft, Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 11: Bacharach - Koblenz has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute Etappe 9: Sankt Goarshausen - Mainz with 2,910 ft of elevation gain.
