Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
9miLength
1,312ftElevation gain
4–4.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse.
The Obstwiesenweg (Moerlenbach loop 4) begins at the Buergerhaus car park. It goes over some mountain ranges of the Odenwald and past several orchards. You can return to Moerlenbach.
Highlights of the hike:
- Orchards
- Views over the Weschnitz valley
- great looks at the Tromm
- Forest lake
- Kreiswaldstausee
- Fruit educational trail
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Top sights
Bismarkskopf
Peak
Burggrafenrast
Picnic site
Opfersteine
Attraction
Bügeleisen
Attraction
Höhnberg
Peak
Salzkopf
Peak
Taschengrube
Peak
Zigeunerkopf
Peak
Steinböhl
Peak
Kreiswaldstausee
Reservoir
Salzkopf-Hütte
Weather shelter
Kräutergarten
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 9.0-mile loop trail near Mörlenbach, Hesse. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 57 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 Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Expected weather for Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 64 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 65 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 73 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 65 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 70 degrees/clear
Where is Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg located?
Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg is a trail located in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.
How hard is Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg is considered a moderate hike that covers 9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,312 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg is considered a moderate hike that covers 9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,312 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg a loop?
Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg is a loop trail that covers 9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,312 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 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 Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg is a loop trail that covers 9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,312 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 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 Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Dogs may be allowed on Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg is partially paved.
Are there wildflowers at Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Moerlenbach Loop 4: Obstwiesenweg in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 17, 2026 at 4:03 am GMT+0