GermanyBlack Forest Westweg
55.9 km4 stagesModerate
7 trails
Hiking trails in Germany
7 trails in Germany, 561 km in total. Each trail has its own page with stages, map and the months people walk it most.
Germany
GermanyBlack Forest Mittelweg
41.3 km3 stagesModerate
GermanyBlack Forest Ostweg
41.3 km3 stagesModerate
Germany
Rothaarsteig
87.4 km4 stagesModerate
GermanyRheinsteig
214 km11 stagesModerate
GermanyAltmühl Valley Panorama Trail
80.0 km6 stagesModerate
GermanyPainter's Way
40.9 km3 stagesModerate
Compare the trails
| Trail | Distance | Stages | Difficulty | Best months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Forest Westweg | 55.9 km | 4 | Moderate | Aug, Oct |
| Black Forest Mittelweg | 41.3 km | 3 | Moderate | Aug, Oct |
| Black Forest Ostweg | 41.3 km | 3 | Moderate | Aug, Oct |
| Rothaarsteig | 87.4 km | 4 | Moderate | Aug, Oct |
| Rheinsteig | 214 km | 11 | Moderate | May, Jun |
| Altmühl Valley Panorama Trail | 80.0 km | 6 | Moderate | — |
| Painter's Way | 40.9 km | 3 | Moderate | Apr, Aug |
Places worth the detour
- Çoban PlajıBeach · Lycian Way
- Simena KalesiRuins · Lycian Way
- Korsan KoyuCove · Lycian Way
- Dayısı GeçidiPass · Lycian Way
- Mount AraratPeak · Mount Ararat Ascent Route
- Isa CaveRuins · Carian Trail
- LetoonRuins · Lycian Way
- AlakiliseRuins · Lycian Way
- Kapırı CamiiLocality · Carian Trail
- Taşlık PlajıBeach · Carian Trail
Hiking in Germany: frequently asked questions
What is the longest hiking trail in Germany?
Among the listed trails, the longest is Rheinsteig at about 214 km.
Which trail in Germany is best for beginners?
The trail with the lowest overall difficulty is Black Forest Westweg (Moderate). You can start by walking a single stage.
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