Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route
27.8miLength
3,343ftElevation gain
Loop
44km route of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park bike tours from Neustadt an der Weinstraße.
Like the other Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTFs, the 44 route leads from Neustadt via Lambrecht and Esthal to Elmstein. There it turns around and follows the Speyerbach via Breitenstein to Sattelmühle, where it meets the initial route again.
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Accessible by bus and train
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Top sights
Wolfsburg
Castle
Burg Spangenberg
Castle
Burg Breitenstein
Castle
Ritterstein 113 "R. Breitenstein 500 Schr."
Attraction
Floßbach
River
Speyerbach
River
Speyerbach
River
Casimirianum
Attraction
Burg Erfenstein
Castle
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
Caravan site
Ritterstein 107 "Wolfsgrube"
Attraction
Dorfbrunnen
Attraction
Ritterstein 251 "Hecker-Brücke"
Attraction
Paul-Selbach-Ruh
Picnic site
Reisemobilstellplatz Neustadt/Weinstraße
Caravan site
Nebelsbrunnen
Spring
Tränkenbrunnen
Spring
Kleiner Tränkenbrunnen
Spring
Wögelbrunnen
Spring
Alt-Erfenstein
Attraction
Spitzensteiner Quelle
Spring
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
Alpine hut
Glockenturm
Attraction
Elmstein
Caravan site
"Alt Dorn" (ehem. Wallfahrtskapelle)
Ruins
Comptoir der ehemaligen Papierfabrik
Ruins
Spitzensteiner Tal
Valley
Top sights
Wolfsburg
Castle
Burg Spangenberg
Castle
Burg Breitenstein
Castle
Ritterstein 113 "R. Breitenstein 500 Schr."
Attraction
Floßbach
River
Speyerbach
River
Speyerbach
River
Casimirianum
Attraction
Burg Erfenstein
Castle
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
Caravan site
Ritterstein 107 "Wolfsgrube"
Attraction
Dorfbrunnen
Attraction
Ritterstein 251 "Hecker-Brücke"
Attraction
Paul-Selbach-Ruh
Picnic site
Reisemobilstellplatz Neustadt/Weinstraße
Caravan site
Nebelsbrunnen
Spring
Tränkenbrunnen
Spring
Kleiner Tränkenbrunnen
Spring
Wögelbrunnen
Spring
Alt-Erfenstein
Attraction
Spitzensteiner Quelle
Spring
Naturfreundehaus Elmstein
Alpine hut
Glockenturm
Attraction
Elmstein
Caravan site
"Alt Dorn" (ehem. Wallfahrtskapelle)
Ruins
Comptoir der ehemaligen Papierfabrik
Ruins
Spitzensteiner Tal
Valley
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 27.8-mile loop trail near Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered an easy route. This trail is great for road biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
What is the expected weather this week for Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
Expected weather for Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route for the next 5 days is:
- Fri, September 25 - 76 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 80 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 81 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 80 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 29 - 77 degrees/clear
Where is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route located?
Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route is a trail located in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
Are dogs allowed on Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
Dogs may be allowed on Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
April to October is the most popular time of year to visit Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route.
How busy is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
According to trailgoers, Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route is usually not too busy. April to October is the most popular time of year to visit Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route.
Are there rivers at Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
Is road biking allowed at Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
Road biking is allowed on Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
Is Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route is paved.
Are there forests at Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route?
Yes, Palatinate Forest Nature Park RTF - 44 Route is a forest trail in Palatinate Forest-Vosges du Nord Biosphere Reserve.
Last updated on September 13, 2026 at 10:59 pm GMT+0