Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein
36.2miLength
2,890ftElevation gain
13.5–15hrEstimated time
Point to point
Stage 9 of the Rhine Cycle Path (D-Route 8).
The ninth section of the Rhine Cycle Path starts out from Ludwigshafen to Lutherstadt Worms with the Nibelungen Museum and Nibelungen Bridge. On the remaining part of the route to the destination Nierstein it is pure nature, because you pass three multifaceted nature reserves: "Steiner Wald von Nordheim", "Eich-Gimbsheimer Altrhein" and "Kühkopf-Knoblochsaue".
Highlights:
- Ludwigshafen: “Parkinsel”, Reissinsel nature reserve, Miró wall at the Wilhelm Hack Museum
- Silver Lake
- Lampertheimer Altrhein nature reserve
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Top sights
Nibelungenturm
Attraction
Begütenweiher
Lake
Großparthweiher
Lake
Hungersteine im Rhein
Monument
Stauschleuse Frankenthaler Kanal
Attraction
Pegel Worms
Attraction
GZV Oppau-Edigheim 1921
Garden
Stricklerweiher
Lake
Norbert-Fischer-Unterstand
Weather shelter
Scheidegrabeb
Pond
Scheidegraben
Lake
Versteinerter Stumpf eines Mammutbaumes
Attraction
Liebfrauenbuckel
Peak
Neuloch
Pond
Sandloch
Pond
Gehlenweiher
Lake
Kanu-Verein Worms
Campsite
ehemaliges Dalberg-Herdingsches Schloss
Castle
Glockenspiel
Attraction
Kaninchenzuchtverein P 52
Garden
Pfälzerwald-Verein Oppau-Edigheim
Garden
Sironabad
Archaeological site
Ammenheisje
Building
Top sights
Nibelungenturm
Attraction
Begütenweiher
Lake
Großparthweiher
Lake
Hungersteine im Rhein
Monument
Stauschleuse Frankenthaler Kanal
Attraction
Pegel Worms
Attraction
GZV Oppau-Edigheim 1921
Garden
Stricklerweiher
Lake
Norbert-Fischer-Unterstand
Weather shelter
Scheidegrabeb
Pond
Scheidegraben
Lake
Versteinerter Stumpf eines Mammutbaumes
Attraction
Liebfrauenbuckel
Peak
Neuloch
Pond
Sandloch
Pond
Gehlenweiher
Lake
Kanu-Verein Worms
Campsite
ehemaliges Dalberg-Herdingsches Schloss
Castle
Glockenspiel
Attraction
Kaninchenzuchtverein P 52
Garden
Pfälzerwald-Verein Oppau-Edigheim
Garden
Sironabad
Archaeological site
Ammenheisje
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 36.2-mile point-to-point trail near Ludwigshafen, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 19 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and bike touring, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Expected weather for Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 26 - 83 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 84 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 84 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 29 - 83 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 30 - 70 degrees/showers
Where is Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein located?
Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is a trail located in Ludwigshafen, Rhineland-Palatine, Germany.
How hard is Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is considered a moderate hike that covers 36.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,890 ft. It takes about 13.5–15 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is considered a moderate hike that covers 36.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,890 ft. It takes about 13.5–15 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein a point to point trail?
Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is a point to point trail that covers 36.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,890 ft. It takes about 13.5–15 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is a point to point trail that covers 36.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,890 ft. It takes about 13.5–15 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Dogs may be allowed on Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there lakes at Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Yes, Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is near Begütenweiher, Großparthweiher, Stricklerweiher, Scheidegraben, and Gehlenweiher.
Is camping allowed at Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Camping is allowed on Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is backpacking allowed at Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Backpacking is allowed on Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is partially paved.
Are there forests at Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein?
Yes, Rheinradweg (D-Route 8) Etappe 9: Ludwigshafen am Rhein - Nierstein is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 12, 2026 at 5:16 am GMT+0