Best trails near Carillon
4.3(11 reviews)
Want to check out Carillon 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Carillon are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, certified circular hiking trail in the Rhön, Thuringia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that starts at the castle park in Geisa and leads along an open corridor. You hike on small paths and can enjoy the views of the surroundings. The highlight of the route is the former Point Alpha border facility, which is now a border museum. Highlights of the circular hike: - Cross of the Geiserämter - Geisa Castle - At Siebenborn
- Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis route begins in Geisa at the Kulturhaus. It immediately crosses the Ulster and leads to Gänsegurgel via the creek path. Eventually he arrives in the area of the former border between East and West Germany. In the area there are lookout towers and historical information. It is worth stopping at Point Alpha, where there is an exhibition.
- Hard·16.3 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail in the Rhoen, Thuringia/Hesse. The Geisweg begins at the Kulturhaus in Geisa and ends at the legendary Milseburg. The route runs across the Thuringian-Hessian state border and enchants with great views of the Ulstertal, Geisbachtal and Rhoen valleys. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Hessian Kegelspiel - Milseburg ("Pearl of the Rhoen") - Ulster view (viewpoint) - Oberbernhardser Hoehe nature reserve
- Moderate·10.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrInteresting hike in the Rhön biosphere reserve. For decades, part of the German-German border ran through the biosphere reserve. Today, this special hiking trail leads through the unique nature and combines nature experience and history. 16 information boards provide background information and interesting facts about this part of history. There are opportunities to stop for refreshments in Geisa. The route can be started from Geisa as well as from Wenigentaft. Both towns can be reached via...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Carillon?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Carillon is Point-Alpha-Trail, which has a 4.3 star rating from 11 reviews. This trail is 9.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,522 ft.
What is the longest trail near Carillon?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Carillon is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg. This trail is estimated to be 16.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Carillon?
Carillon: With an ascent of 3,654 ft, Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Grenzlehrpfad Point Alpha with 1,561 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Carillon?
The most popular and difficult trail near Carillon is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg with a -star rating from 0 reviews.
