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Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg

3.1miLength
498ftElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Loop
Idyllic Loop in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Nature Park in Hesse. You start at the car park at the Schmelzmühle. The hike leads along the badger tree path through the beautifully expansive forest between Ober-Klingen and Hassenroth in the nature park. At a small stream you get back to the starting point. At the Schmelzmühle there is also a restaurant where you can stop off.
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Frequently asked questions

What’s helpful to know about this trail?

Try this 3.1-mile loop trail near Otzberg, Hesse. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

What is the expected weather this week for Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Expected weather for Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg for the next 5 days is:
  • Mon, September 21 - 62 degrees/clear
  • Tue, September 22 - 68 degrees/clear
  • Wed, September 23 - 66 degrees/showers
  • Thu, September 24 - 63 degrees/foggy
  • Fri, September 25 - 69 degrees/clear

Where is Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg located?

Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is a trail located in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.

How hard is Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is considered an easy hike that covers 3.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 498 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.

What is the elevation gain for Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is considered an easy hike that covers 3.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 498 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.

Is Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg a loop?

Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is a loop trail that covers 3.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 498 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 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 Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is a loop trail that covers 3.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 498 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 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 Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Dogs may be allowed on Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.

Is Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg paved?

Yes, according to trailgoers, Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is partially paved.

Are there forests at Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Yes, Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg is a forest trail in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.

Are there wildflowers at Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg?

Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Rundwanderweg Schmelzmühle 1: Märkerwaldweg, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 19, 2026 at 11:39 pm GMT+0