Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg
7miLength
997ftElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse.
A really nice hike around the Stiefelhoehe, to the ruins of the pilgrimage chapel St. Maria in Lichtenklingen and to the Stiefelhuette. About 90% of the route runs through the forest.
Highlights of the hike:
- Stiefelhuette
- The ruins of the Lichtenklingen chapel
- quiet forest paths
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Top sights
Stiefelhütte
Cliff
Kapellenruine St. Maria
Archaeological site
Hardberg
Peak
10-Wege-Platz
Picnic site
Abraumhalde
Cliff
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 7.0-mile loop trail near Abtsteinach, Hesse. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 3 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Expected weather for Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 59 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 63 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 72 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 75 degrees/clear
Where is Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg located?
Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg is a trail located in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.
How hard is Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg is considered a moderate hike that covers 7 mi, with an elevation gain of 997 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg is considered a moderate hike that covers 7 mi, with an elevation gain of 997 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg a loop?
Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg is a loop trail that covers 7 mi, with an elevation gain of 997 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg is a loop trail that covers 7 mi, with an elevation gain of 997 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Dogs may be allowed on Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there forests at Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Yes, Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg is a forest trail in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.
Are there wildflowers at Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Loop trail Abtsteinach 3: Lichtenklinger-Weg, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 22, 2026 at 2:16 am GMT+0