Best trails near Ulster
4.3(11 reviews)
Want to check out Ulster 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 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ulster 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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ulster?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ulster 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 Ulster?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ulster is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg. This trail is estimated to be 16.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ulster?
Ulster: 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 Point-Alpha-Trail with 1,522 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ulster?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ulster is Rhoenklubweg Geisweg: Geisa - Milseburg with a -star rating from 0 reviews.
