Best trails near Peterskopf
4.0(110 reviews)
Want to check out Peterskopf from the trail? Good news: 13 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 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Peterskopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (44)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried premium hiking trail in the Freinsheim vacation region, Rhineland-Palatinate. This circular trail is a certified premium hiking trail. The circular trail is marked throughout with a black axe on a yellow background. The hiking trail was recognized by the German Hiking Institute in 2019. It leads through the eponymous Ganerben forest district. There are many historical features to discover along the way, such as the old boundary stones, legendary rock formations and a 36-metre-high...
- 4.6 (12)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPromising circular hike around Bad Dürkheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a beautiful circular hike with great views. It starts in Bad Dürkheim at Wurstmarkt-Platz. Bad Dürkheim train station is very close by. From there, the path begins with a climb towards the forest, where the first great vantage points are already waiting - it goes past the Schäferwarte, Kaiser-Wilhem-Höhe, Herzogweiherblick, Opeferstein to the Heidenfels. The highest point has been reached. The descent runs past...
- 4.7 (11)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful hiking trail from Bad Dürkheim to Heidenfels in Rhineland-Palatinate. From Bad Dürkheim, this route runs in a northwesterly direction to the Heidenfels and passes the former Roman quarry Kriemhildenstuhl and the Heidenfels. Further highlights await along the route. It starts at Wurstmart-Platz in Bad Dürkheim. From there the path into the forest and goes slightly but steadily uphill past the Schäferwarte, Kaiser-Wilhem-Höhe and the "Herzogweiherblick" vantage point up to the...
- 4.3 (17)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful hike through the Palatinate Forest near Weisenheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads from Weisenheim in a southerly direction to the Ungeheuersee Natural Monument and through the Palatinate Forest Nature Park to the Peterskopf. It goes steadily uphill over beautiful forest paths. Shortly before the Peterskopf, there is an opportunity to stop - the Restaurant Lindemannsruhe. From the Peterskopf, it goes back to the starting point, with a little up and down. This section of...
- 4.3 (11)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route follows stage 2 of thePalatinate Wine Trail, starting in Neuleiningen and ending in Bad Dürkheim. The path passes the historic Neuleiningen Castle ruins and Saint Nikolaus Church before winding through vineyards toward the Battenberg Castle ruins. The trail leads past the Forsthaus Lindemannsruhe woodland inn, the Bismarckturm tower, the ancient Heidenmauer ring wall, and the Kriemhildenstuhl Roman quarry. Overnight stays are available in local guesthouses and hotels in the...
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate. This hike, for which most hikers need a good 3 hours, begins at the car park at Forsthaus Weilach. There are great views from the Bismarck Tower on the Peterskopf, and you can enjoy a relaxing break at the Ungeheuersee. The physical well-being is also taken care of - you pass several restaurants (note opening times). Highlights of the hike: - Bismarck Tower - nice places to stop for refreshments - Ungeheuersee ("Monster Lake")
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis loop leads visitors through the lush natural landscapes of the Haardt mountain range on the eastern edge of the Palatinate Forest. Gentle forest tracks weave past sweet chestnut trees and moss-lined sandstone formations as the route climbs toward the Peterskopf peak. At the high point stands the Bismarck Tower, a grand monument built at the turn of the twentieth century that offers panoramic views over the surrounding vineyards and valleys. The route loops back through quiet woodland...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Peterskopf?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Peterskopf. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 11 hiking trails, 5 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Peterskopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Peterskopf is Ganerbenweg, which has a 4.3 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 6.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 938 ft.
What is the longest trail near Peterskopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Peterskopf is Über Weinberge ins Leininger Land MTB. This trail is estimated to be 34.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Peterskopf?
Peterskopf: With an ascent of 4,498 ft, Über Weinberge ins Leininger Land MTB has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Frankenthal zum Peterskopf im Pfälzerwald with 3,782 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Peterskopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Peterskopf is Views around Bad Dürkheim with a 4.6-star rating from 12 reviews.