Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus
50% of reviewers say this trail is hard
12.1miLength
2,385ftElevation gain
6–7hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular loop in the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse.
This hike to Auerbach Castle is an insider tip in the region. With a fantastic view of the surrounding area, the route leads from Zwingenberg to the Melibokus, the highest mountain on the Bergstrasse in southern Hesse. Most of the route leads through the forest.
Highlights of the hike:
- Auerbach Castle
- Zwingenberg Old Castle
- Zwingenberg old town
- Melikbokus
- Great views
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Top sights
Schloss Auerbach
Castle
Alsbacher Schloss Burgturm
Viewpoint
Alsbacher Schloss
Ruins
Luciberg
Weather shelter
Melibokus
Peak
Ehem. Bezirksgefängnis
Building
ehemalige Jugendherberge "Carl Ulrich"
Building
Bergkirche
Church
Darsberghütte
Hut
Gasthaus zum bunten Löwen
Building
Schlößchen Zwingenberg
Building
Jagdschloss Zwingenberg
Castle
Ehemaliges Amtsgericht
Building
Ehem. Synagogue
Building
Förster Brück Brunnen
Spring
Aussichtsturm Melibokus
Viewpoint
Kaserne
Building
Dr. Wilhelm Hahn-Hütte
Weather shelter
Schatztruhe
Attraction
Walbrunner Hof
Building
Stadtbücherei
Building
Kiliansblick
Viewpoint
Gasthaus 'Zum Adler'
Building
Ehem. Gasthaus 'Krone'
Building
Paul Forster-Hütte
Weather shelter
Altes Brauhaus
Building
Darsberg
Peak
Folterwerkzeuge
Attraction
Ehem. Amtsgebäude
Building
Gasthaus 'Zum Ochsen'
Building
Hobokenhütte
Weather shelter
Ehem. Großherzogliche Hofapotheke
Building
Ehemaliger Faselstall
Building
Ehem. Backhaus, 'Mägdleinschule'
Building
Ehemaliges Pfarrhaus
Building
Top sights
Schloss Auerbach
Castle
Alsbacher Schloss Burgturm
Viewpoint
Alsbacher Schloss
Ruins
Luciberg
Weather shelter
Melibokus
Peak
Ehem. Bezirksgefängnis
Building
ehemalige Jugendherberge "Carl Ulrich"
Building
Bergkirche
Church
Darsberghütte
Hut
Gasthaus zum bunten Löwen
Building
Schlößchen Zwingenberg
Building
Jagdschloss Zwingenberg
Castle
Ehemaliges Amtsgericht
Building
Ehem. Synagogue
Building
Förster Brück Brunnen
Spring
Aussichtsturm Melibokus
Viewpoint
Kaserne
Building
Dr. Wilhelm Hahn-Hütte
Weather shelter
Schatztruhe
Attraction
Walbrunner Hof
Building
Stadtbücherei
Building
Kiliansblick
Viewpoint
Gasthaus 'Zum Adler'
Building
Ehem. Gasthaus 'Krone'
Building
Paul Forster-Hütte
Weather shelter
Altes Brauhaus
Building
Darsberg
Peak
Folterwerkzeuge
Attraction
Ehem. Amtsgebäude
Building
Gasthaus 'Zum Ochsen'
Building
Hobokenhütte
Weather shelter
Ehem. Großherzogliche Hofapotheke
Building
Ehemaliger Faselstall
Building
Ehem. Backhaus, 'Mägdleinschule'
Building
Ehemaliges Pfarrhaus
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 12.1-mile loop trail near Zwingenberg, Hesse. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 59 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Expected weather for Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 73 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 20 - 68 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 69 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 73 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 72 degrees/clear
Where is Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus located?
Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is a trail located in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.
How hard is Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is considered a hard hike that covers 12.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,385 ft. It takes about 6–7 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is considered a hard hike that covers 12.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,385 ft. It takes about 6–7 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus a loop?
Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is a loop trail that covers 12.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,385 ft. It takes about 6–7 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 Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is a loop trail that covers 12.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,385 ft. It takes about 6–7 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 Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Dogs may be allowed on Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
According to trailgoers, Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is usually somewhat busy. Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there scenic views at Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Alsbacher Schloss Burgturm, Aussichtsturm Melibokus, and Kiliansblick.
Is Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is partially paved.
Are there forests at Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus?
Yes, Zwingenberg: Auerbach Castle and Melibokus is a forest trail in Geo-Nature Park Bergstrasse-Odenwald.
Last updated on September 16, 2026 at 1:55 am GMT+0