Best trails near Altes Heer
4.4(32 reviews)
Want to check out Altes Heer from the trail? Good news: 4 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 Altes Heer are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·20.8 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrHiking trail rich in castles in the German-French border area near Schönau, Rhineland-Palatinate This route is a certified premium hiking trail. It starts in Schönau and leads to several old castle ruins in Germany and France. There are eight ruins in total and many interesting rock formations to discover. Often narrow paths, it goes up and down through the beautiful natural landscape, several times close to impressive rock formations with the typical colors and weathered shapes of the...
- 4.8 (7)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrCircuit in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Northern Vosges located in the border zone between France and Germany. Starting from the hill of Judenhuebel (340m), with the castle of Lutzelhardt, the first part of the loop is done on the German side. Return to France via Maimont and the castles of Wasigenstein and Petit-Arnsberg.
- Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrStage 4 of the "Felsenland Sagenweg" long-distance hiking trail, Rhineland-Palatinate. Stage four of the certified premium hiking trail "Felsenland Sagenweg", which leads from Dahn to Bärenbach through the Palatinate Forest, starts in Schönau (Palatinate) and ends in Fischbach. As on the previous stages, legendary castle ruins and idyllic valleys ensure an exciting hiking experience. Towards the end of the route, which also runs through France for a little less than two kilometers, there is...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Altes Heer?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Altes Heer is German-French Castle Trail, which has a 4.5 star rating from 24 reviews. This trail is 20.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 5,085 ft.
What is the longest trail near Altes Heer?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Altes Heer is German-French Castle Trail. This trail is estimated to be 20.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Altes Heer?
Altes Heer: With an ascent of 5,085 ft, German-French Castle Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Ludwigswinkel Loop with 2,536 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Altes Heer?
The most popular and difficult trail near Altes Heer is German-French Castle Trail with a 4.5-star rating from 24 reviews.
