Best trails near Geiersteine
4.6(40 reviews)
Want to check out Geiersteine from the trail? Good news: 3 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Geiersteine are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (28)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrCertified premium hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest in Rhineland-Palatinate The Geiersteine tour is a certified premium hiking trail. Over a short distance, it goes over narrow paths through forests and past impressive rock formations. Every now and then, short cul-de-sacs lead to great views. This route is ideal as a day trip from Karlsruhe or Mannheim. Premium hiking trails are certified by the Deutsches Wanderinstitut eV and are hiking trails that are characterized by a particularly...
- 4.8 (8)·Hard·7.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrHilly hike near Wernersberg in Rhineland-Palatinate From the hikers' car park on the L495, this hiking trail runs on beautiful forest paths, first through Wernersberg and then on the Rothen Berg - before heading south to the Heischberg and back to the hikers' car park. Beautiful panoramic views are therefore guaranteed. Highlights: - View from the Red Mountain and Heischberg - beautiful forest trails on slopes - Panorama from Wachtfels
- 4.5 (4)·Moderate·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrAt just 5.4 kilometers, the Geiersteine tour from Lug is the shortest premium hike in the municipality of Hauenstein, but offers unforgettable views over the Palatinate Forest. The ascent to the Hornstein (with a white summit cross) is steep, but can be completed in under half an hour and rewards you with your first fantastic view. The trail leads through fragrant pines and deciduous trees to the highlight: the mighty Luger Geierstein. This 45-metre-high rock monument offers a unique...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Geiersteine?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Geiersteine is Geiersteine-Tour, which has a 4.6 star rating from 28 reviews. This trail is 4.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 935 ft.
What is the longest trail near Geiersteine?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Geiersteine is Wernersberg: Heimelstein - Wachtfels - Runder Hut - Geierstein. This trail is estimated to be 7.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Geiersteine?
Geiersteine: With an ascent of 1,860 ft, Wernersberg: Heimelstein - Wachtfels - Runder Hut - Geierstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Geiersteine-Tour with 935 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Geiersteine?
The most popular and difficult trail near Geiersteine is Wernersberg: Heimelstein - Wachtfels - Runder Hut - Geierstein with a 4.8-star rating from 8 reviews.
